Grumman G164C — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 21, 2026
There are 3 Grumman G164C airframes on record (built 1979–1979), 2 currently registered. 1 has one or more NTSB accident records (2 records total, 1 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 21, 2026.
Recent Grumman G164C accidents
The inability of both pilots to see and avoid the other airplane, which resulted in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the distraction of the Air Tractor pilot by a cellular telephone conversation during the flight.
The pilot's delay in advancing the throttle during the takeoff which resulted in inadequate airspeed and the subsequent stall/mush. Factors associated with the accident were the leaking hopper, the pilot continuing to operate the airplane with the known deficiency, and the pilot's delay in dumping the chemical load.