Statistics
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737 of 183,362 records: 1 more filter, leaving out 749 unreviewed and minor records. Include them · Show all 183,362
Years covered1964–202626 Jan 1964 – 20 Jul 2026
Matching occurrences737733 accidents · 4 incidents · 690 mapped
Fatal occurrences194Fatality total known for 737 of 737
Reported fatalities284Plus 230 serious and 187 minor injuries reported
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- Occurrences over time Most occurrences in 1969 (27)
- Occurrences by place Top US state or territory: Florida (60)
- Occurrences by aircraft Most common type: Piper J3 (737)
- Aircraft age Median age 75 years
- Occurrences by operation Most often: Part 91: General aviation (private owner) (710)
- Phase of flight and conditions Most common phase: Initial climb (151)
- Cause findings Most common cause area: Pilot in command › Failed to obtain/maintain flying speed
- Deadliest occurrences ERA23FA142 · Piper J3C 65, 4 on board