Dornier DO.18

Historical safety data and incident record for the Dornier DO.18 aircraft.

Safety Rating

9.8/10

Total Incidents

3

Total Fatalities

7

Incident History

German Air Force - Deutsche Luftwaffe

Ameland Island Friesland

The crew was performing a maritime survey flight off the Dutch coast. For unknown reason, the seaplane hit the water off the Ameland Island and came to rest. While all four occupants were uninjured, the aircraft was considered as damaged beyond repair and abandoned on site.

October 1, 1938 4 Fatalities

Deutsche Lufthansa

Banjul Banjul City District

The seaplane christened 'Pampero' disappeared into the Atlantic Ocean few minutes before its arrival in Bathurst, Gambia. No trace was ever found.

November 2, 1935 3 Fatalities

Deutsche Lufthansa

Germany All Germany

Crew was performing a test flight over the Baltic Sea. In unknown circumstances, seaplane crashed into the sea off Dahme, Germany. Three occupants were killed while two other were seriously injured.

Safety Profile

Reliability

Reliable

This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.

Primary Operators (by incidents)

Deutsche Lufthansa2
German Air Force - Deutsche Luftwaffe1