How many accidents has the Zenair CH601 had?

The NTSB has recorded 3 events involving the Zenair CH601: 2 fatal, 0 serious, 0 minor injuries, and 1 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Zenair CH601 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Zenair CH601 has 3 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Zenair CH601 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 3 events recorded from 2019 to 2020.

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Fatal (3 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jun 10, 2020	Maricopa, AZ	N6402X	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The pilot’s loss of situational awareness and descent below pattern altitude during the landing approach, which resulted in collision with terrain at … The pilot’s loss of situational awareness and descent below pattern altitude during the landing approach, which resulted in collision with terrain at night.
Jun 22, 2019	Pont-A-Celles, BE	F-JDNG	Fatal (2)	substantial	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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Zenair CH601 Safety Record

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