Powrachute PEGASUS — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026
There are 174 Powrachute PEGASUS airframes on record (built 2001–2008), 111 currently registered. 4 have one or more NTSB accident records (4 records total). Data as of Jul 18, 2026.
Recent Powrachute PEGASUS accidents
The pilot’s improper modification of the engine cooling system that resulted in an engine overheat and total loss of power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to continue the flight after the engine overheat light illuminated instead of performing a precautionary landing.
The pilot’s inadequate rolling preflight, which resulted in a loss of directional control in flight and subsequent collision with an object during landing.
The operation of the powered parachute by a non-certificated pilot, and his failure to maintain directional control during the initial climb, which resulted in a collision with trees.
Collision with a powerline resulting from the pilot's not maintaining adequate clearance while on a day VFR approach to land.