Velocity 173 RG Elite Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1 events recorded from 1998 to 1998.

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Fatal (2 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 26, 1998 N. LITTLE ROCK, AR N173VE Fatal (2) destroyed
Inadequate fusion between the valve stem and head due to inadequate quality control during construction of the exhaust valve for the number three cyli…

Inadequate fusion between the valve stem and head due to inadequate quality control during construction of the exhaust valve for the number three cylinder. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing

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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