Waco UPF-7 — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026
There are 402 Waco UPF-7 airframes on record (built 1929–1980), 189 currently registered. 12 have one or more NTSB accident records (12 records total). Data as of Jul 18, 2026.
Recent Waco UPF-7 accidents
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing in gusting crosswind conditions.
A ground loop during landing resulting from a partial separation of the right main landing gear strut during takeoff.
The inability of both pilots to see and avoid the collision. Contributing to the accident was the pilot of the red airplane’s decision to utilize the converging runway for takeoff, contrary to the guidance published in the airport facility directory. Also contributing was the failure of the pilot of the black airplane to adequately utilize his radio to announce his taxi on the common traffic advisory frequency and his failure to recognize that an airplane was departing from a converging runway.
A failure of both magnetos due to multiple deficiencies, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
The failure of the right main landing gear strut brace for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
The pilot's failure to attain suitable altitude while flying over high mountainous terrain in downdraft conditions.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
A total loss of engine power during a low pass for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident examination of the engine.