American AA-1B — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 21, 2026
There are 76 American AA-1B airframes on record (built 1972–1973), 26 currently registered. 4 have one or more NTSB accident records (4 records total). Data as of Jul 21, 2026.
Recent American AA-1B accidents
The pilot’s decision to operate with a demonstrated crosswind velocity above the airplane’s performance capabilities which resulted in a loss of airplane control and collision with terrain.
The partial loss of engine power during initial climb due to the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve becoming stuck open due to deposit buildup in the exhaust valve stem and guide and the pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while attempting to turn back to the airport, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
A partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.