Piper PA-25-260 — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 21, 2026
There are 383 Piper PA-25-260 airframes on record (built 1965–1976), 47 currently registered. 9 have one or more NTSB accident records (10 records total, 1 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 21, 2026.
Recent Piper PA-25-260 accidents
The pilot’s improper banner pickup approach, which resulted in the banner tow hook contacting the airplane, and the subsequent overload separation of the right rudder control horn, resulting in a loss of airplane control.
The pilot's failure to visually check the fuel level prior to takeoff and subsequent mismanagement of the available fuel supply during numerous glider tow flights.
The pilot's loss of airplane control during the landing approach due to an incapacitating medical event.
The pilot's failure to monitor the flight environment for adequate terrain/obstacle clearance, which resulted in the inflight collision with power transmission line wires.
The pilot's improper preflight planning and reliance of fuel gauge readings, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
The pilot's inadequate visual lookout and failure to maintain altitude during aerial application, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.