How many accidents has the North American AT-6D had?

The NTSB has recorded 27 events involving the North American AT-6D: 9 fatal, 1 serious, 3 minor injuries, and 14 incidents with no injuries.

Is the North American AT-6D a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The North American AT-6D has 27 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

North American AT-6D Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 27 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.

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Fatal (13 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
May 02, 2022	Huntington, IN	N515SA	Incident	substantial	Loss of directional control during landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.
Apr 30, 2022	Fredericksburg, TX	N29947	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to a failure of the No. 1 cylinder.
Oct 24, 2021	Pickens, SC	N3771M	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with rocky terrain.
Sep 09, 2005	Chehalis, WA	N3617F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to follow the checklist to switch to the fullest fuel tank prior to departure which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engi… The pilot's failure to follow the checklist to switch to the fullest fuel tank prior to departure which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power during the initial takeoff climb. Subsequently, the aircraft landed hard damaging the landing gear which resulted in an intentional wheels up landing. A runway taxiway sign was a factor.
Aug 07, 2003	Brookings, SD	N9272K	Incident	substantial	The inadequate fuel supply for the flight, and the inadequate preflight by the pilot resulting in exhaustion of the fuel supply and subsequent loss of… The inadequate fuel supply for the flight, and the inadequate preflight by the pilot resulting in exhaustion of the fuel supply and subsequent loss of engine power. The tree was a contributing factor.
Apr 17, 2001	Destin, FL	N1364N	Incident	substantial	failure of the flight instructor to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing rollout while landing with a crosswind in gusty c… failure of the flight instructor to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing rollout while landing with a crosswind in gusty conditions, which resulted in a ground swerve, and the aircraft exiting the runway and incurring substantial damage when it became stuck in sand.
Apr 18, 1999	HOLLISTER, CA	N6979C	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition, and his failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jan 23, 1993	FORT WORTH, TX	N101NZ	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO COMPENSATE FOR THE CROSSWIND. A FACTOR WAS THE CROSSWIND.
Sep 02, 1991	HAYWARD, CA	N3660V	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT WHILE CORRECTING AN UNWANTED DEVIATION.
Oct 02, 1989	ALBEMARLE, NC	N350HT	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE.
May 03, 1988	EDEN PRAIRIE, MN	N29935	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 23, 1987	FERNANDINA BCH, FL	N2996Q	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jun 22, 1986	TRUCKEE, CA	N29936	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Sep 19, 1982	HOUSTON, TX	N29944	Incident	destroyed	Investigation pending

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.

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