Republic RC-3 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 29 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2025 | Coolin, ID | N6759K | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane and exceedance of the critical angle of attack during takeoff in windy conditions which result…The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane and exceedance of the critical angle of attack during takeoff in windy conditions which resulted in a subsequent hard landing. |
| Jun 05, 2024 | Butte, MT | N87583 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the takeoff with a gusty left quartering crosswind. |
| Sep 15, 2012 | Cedar Bluff, AL | N6072K | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to see and avoid power lines during final approach to landing. |
| Jul 21, 2012 | Snohomish, WA | N87521 | Serious (1) | substantial |
Loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not revea…Loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Jul 01, 2009 | Burley, ID | N87487 | Serious (1) | substantial | The flight instructor's failure to maintain clearance from power lines during takeoff. |
| Feb 02, 2007 | Julian, CA | N6248K | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the propeller to crankshaft attachment bolts due to fatigue. A contributing factor was the improper installation of the propeller asse…The failure of the propeller to crankshaft attachment bolts due to fatigue. A contributing factor was the improper installation of the propeller assembly by maintenance personnel. |
| May 14, 2005 | Geyserville, CA | N6292K | Minor | substantial | A loss of engine power due to failure of the number 1 connecting rod bearing due to a probable oil starvation. |
| Aug 12, 2001 | Chimacum, WA | N6755K | Incident | substantial |
An internal ground in the right magneto followed by an internal ground evidenced by arcing in the left ignition coil unit, which led to failure of bot…An internal ground in the right magneto followed by an internal ground evidenced by arcing in the left ignition coil unit, which led to failure of both the right magneto and the left coil ignition system respectively during cruise. Contributing factors were a cow impacted by the right main landing gear and the pilot's unanticipated higher than expected rate of descent during the 180 degree descending turn to final. |
| Mar 23, 2001 | Carr Inlet, WA | N6295K | Incident | substantial | Fatigue fracture of the propeller attaching bolts resulting in the total separation of the propeller assembly from the crankshaft flange. |
| Oct 12, 2000 | BARABOO, WI | N6175K | Incident | substantial |
the failure of the number five intake valve spring during initial climbout and that there was no suitable terrain during the forced landing. A factor…the failure of the number five intake valve spring during initial climbout and that there was no suitable terrain during the forced landing. A factor was the corn crop. |
| Aug 23, 1999 | CHIMACUM, WA | N6070K | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The inadequate visual lookout by both the pilot-in-command and second pilot, and the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain sufficient flying speed to…The inadequate visual lookout by both the pilot-in-command and second pilot, and the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain sufficient flying speed to prevent a stall condition. Contributing factors were the transmission lines, gusty wind conditions, and the pilot-in-command's lack of total experience in type of aircraft. |
| Jun 13, 1997 | MONUMENT VALLEY, UT | N6290K | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight planing/preparation, and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude or clearance from the terrain. Factors relating…the pilot's inadequate preflight planing/preparation, and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude or clearance from the terrain. Factors relating to the accident included: high, gusty, variable winds, and terrain induced downdrafts. |
| Sep 30, 1996 | SANTA FE, NM | N6103K | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to obtain/maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/mush. Factors were the high density altitude and the lack of suitabl…The pilot's failure to obtain/maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/mush. Factors were the high density altitude and the lack of suitable terrain for the landing. |
| Aug 05, 1996 | AMOS, CA | N6240K | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadvertent wheels down landing on water. A related factor was his diverted attention during the landing. |
| May 25, 1996 | KETCHIKAN, AK | N99FJ | Fatal (2) | destroyed | the airplane crashed for undetermined reason(s). |
| Jun 09, 1995 | BLAKELY ISLAND, WA | N114N | Incident | destroyed | AN UNDETERMINED LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND SUITABLE TERRAIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. |
| Jun 19, 1991 | KINGSLAND, TX | N6441K | Serious (1) | minor | THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROCEDURES. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF EXPEREINCE IN SEAPLANES. |
| Sep 24, 1990 | MULBERRY, FL | N6291K | Serious (1) | substantial | AN ENGINE FAILURE WHICH REQUIRED AN EMERGENCY LANDING OFF AIRPORT. |
| Oct 06, 1988 | MIAMI, FL | N3263G | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 04, 1987 | CLEARLAKE, CA | N87583 | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 20, 1986 | KEEGO HARBOR, MI | N113G | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 16, 1985 | EVELETH, MN | N6121K | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Mar 09, 1985 | LAKE PLACID, FL | N6294K | Incident | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Sep 12, 1984 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | N6516K | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 13, 1984 | SKWENTNA, AK | N87459 | Incident | destroyed | Investigation pending |