North American T-6G — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 30, 2026
There are 166 North American T-6G airframes on record (built 1941–2002), 103 currently registered. 11 have one or more NTSB accident records (11 records total, 4 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 30, 2026.
Recent North American T-6G accidents
The pilot’s failure to adequately monitor the airplane’s path during takeoff toward the setting sun. Contributing was the undetected worn and fractured tailwheel locking pin.
The failure of both the Race 14 and Race 6 pilots to see and avoid each other while in the airport traffic pattern. Contributing to the accident was both pilots’ failure to fly the standard downwind and base legs.
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
A loss of control on the ground as a result of left tailwheel steering cable separation.
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering at low altitude.
The pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose over.
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane and directional control during the landing roll and subsequent go-around in gusting wind conditions.