14) Mid-air collision
7 fatal accidents on record
This accident most often occurs in the congested day VFR traffic pattern at uncontrolled airports, although it could happen anywhere. The impact of two aircraft in flight most often renders both unable to be controllable and results in double fatal accidents.
Trend
- Accidents per quarter
- Rolling 12-month average
| Period | Accidents | Rolling 12-month average per quarter |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | 1 | 0.8 |
| Q2 2025 | 0 | 0.8 |
| Q3 2025 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Q4 2025 | 1 | 0.8 |
| Q1 2026 | 0 | 0.5 |
| Q2 2026 | 0 | 0.5 |
| Q3 2026 | 2 | 0.8 |
| Q4 2026 QTD | 0 | 0.8 |
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Recent accidents in this category
Schempp-Hirth Ventus 2b | N61XC
14) Mid-air collisionCessna 150H | N23330
14) Mid-air collisionEnstrom 280C | N280MG
14) Mid-air collisionExtra 300 | N333AN
14) Mid-air collisionLancair 360 MK II | N3602M
14) Mid-air collisionNanchang CJ-6A | N313YK
14) Mid-air collision