Crash map

This map shows all aviation accidents documented by 1001crash since 2000. Each point corresponds to the location of an aviation accident. Stacked dots represent multiple crashes at the same location. Click a point to open its detailed accident record.

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About this map

All aviation crashes since January 1, 2000 that meet all the following criteria are shown on this map:

The accident involves at least one public transport aircraft. Public air transport carries passengers, freight or mail from an origin to a destination for payment. Public air transport operators must hold an operating licence and an air operator certificate.
The accident involves at least one aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of 5.7 tonnes or more. Above 5.7 tonnes, civil aviation authorities consider the aircraft a large aircraft, subject to stricter regulatory requirements.
The accident resulted in the total loss of at least one public transport aircraft. An aircraft is a total loss when it is damaged beyond repair.

Some other major aviation crashes are also shown, including significant accidents involving test aircraft or military transport aircraft.