Ohio Airport Accident Data Reveals Surprising Trends

Majority of incidents occur at smaller regional airports, not major hubs

Mar. 20, 2026 at 5:04am

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A new report from The Kryder Law Group analyzing 10 years of Ohio aviation data shows that while major airports handle the highest volume of traffic, they account for only 4.8% of all accidents in the state. The remaining 95.2% of incidents occurred at smaller regional, municipal, and private airports, challenging the common assumption that higher passenger volume directly correlates with a higher frequency of aviation accidents.

Why it matters

This data provides critical context for understanding aviation safety in Ohio and suggests that different airport environments face unique challenges. The findings underscore the need for tailored safety measures at airports of all sizes, from major commercial hubs to smaller general aviation airfields.

The details

The report, based on National Transportation Safety Board data from 2016 to 2025, examines the distribution of aviation accidents across Ohio. It found that the state's busiest commercial airports were involved in just 4.8% of all incidents over the last decade, while the remaining 95.2% occurred at other regional, municipal, and small private airports.

  • The report analyzed 10 years of Ohio aviation data from 2016 to 2025.
  • The data was collected from the National Transportation Safety Board.

The players

The Kryder Law Group, LLC

A law firm that represents individuals injured due to negligence and fights for justice for victims of plane crashes, while also promoting greater public awareness of safety data.

Andrew Kryder, Esq.

An attorney at The Kryder Law Group who commented on the significance of the report's findings.

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What they’re saying

“This data provides critical context for understanding aviation safety in Ohio. The findings suggest that different airport environments face unique challenges. Our goal is to support those affected by any type of aviation incident and to help the public understand the real statistics behind aviation safety.”

— Andrew Kryder, Attorney, The Kryder Law Group

What’s next

The report aims to inform public perception by clarifying where the greatest risks in aviation lie, underscoring the need for tailored safety measures at airports of all sizes.

The takeaway

This data challenges the common assumption that higher passenger volume directly correlates with a higher frequency of aviation accidents, and highlights the importance of addressing the unique safety needs of both major hubs and smaller regional airports in Ohio.