Our sources
Where we get our plane crash data.
Crash data matters — we only publish facts from official investigators and trusted safety databases, and we always show when something is still being checked.
Aviation Safety Network
Data source
Global database of commercial, military, and general aviation accidents.
How we use it
We pull basic crash facts and link back to their records.
Caution
We summarize facts only — full reports stay on ASN's site.
Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives
Data source
Recent and historical plane crash records worldwide.
How we use it
We check their site daily for new crash reports.
Caution
Early reports may lack details — we label those clearly.
NTSB Aviation Accident Database
Data source
Official U.S. government crash investigations and final reports.
How we use it
We download their official datasets and investigation updates.
Caution
Older records use different formats — we handle each carefully.
FAA accident statements
Data source
Breaking U.S. crash announcements from the Federal Aviation Administration.
How we use it
We monitor FAA press releases for new accidents.
Caution
These are early reports — we never treat them as final findings.
AirlineList
Data source
Airline and fleet info to give context around who was operating each flight.
How we use it
Used for airline background only — not as a crash source.
Caution
Airline safety ratings are separate from individual crash facts.