Piper PA-22-160 — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 23, 2026
There are 1,116 Piper PA-22-160 airframes on record (built 1954–1979), 456 currently registered. 44 have one or more NTSB accident records (48 records total, 2 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 23, 2026.
Recent Piper PA-22-160 accidents
The failure of the nose wheel during landing that resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain.
The failure of the left main landing gear mount due to extensive corrosion while landing in an area of rough terrain.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a quartering tailwind.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
The right main landing gear’s inadvertent contact with uneven terrain, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing was the pilot’s failure to adequately assess the landing environment prior to touchdown.
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.
The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and impact with terrain.