Aeronca 0-58B — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 24, 2026
There are 663 Aeronca 0-58B airframes on record (built 1940–1980), 132 currently registered. 6 have one or more NTSB accident records (6 records total, 1 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 24, 2026.
Recent Aeronca 0-58B accidents
The pilot’s incorrect glide path and landing flare, which resulted in a collision with obstacles on final approach and a hard landing.
The partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat and his decision to continue flight with reduced engine power rather than landing the airplane on suitable terrain.
The failure of the left main landing gear wheel casting due to fatigue, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the landing roll.
The pilot’s delay in using carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to an encounter with carburetor icing conditions.
The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane on during initial climb.