# NTSB investigations: Continental C125 series

A list on [Continental C125 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-c125-series.md).

Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first.

Page 1 of 4 · 199 investigations

- [NTSB WPR25LA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA306.md): Temco GC-1B · Toledo, WA · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Sep 18, 2025 · N78316 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff in crosswind conditions..
- [NTSB CEN24LA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA256.md): Globe GC-1B · Lone Oak, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jul 5, 2024 · N80740 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot having to take evasive action during the takeoff run to avoid another airplane being pushed onto the runway in front of him, which resulted in the airplane overrunning the runway and impacting a fence.
- [NTSB WPR23LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA178.md): Universal Globe GC-1A · Belen, NM · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · May 7, 2023 · N80892 · Destroyed
  > The airplane’s encounter with downdraft on takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control.
- [NTSB WPR23LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA161.md): Globe GC-1B · Concord, CA · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Apr 14, 2023 · N80922 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during a landing in gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN21LA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA069.md): Globe GC1A · Ottawa, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Nov 28, 2020 · N3318K · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s failure to maintain attain proper pitch attitude of the airplane causing it to exceed its critical angle of attack, enter an aerodynamic stall, and subsequently impact terrain, and his poor decision making and lack of experience that led…
- [NTSB ERA18TA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA18TA222.md): Globe GC1B · Wellington, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Aug 17, 2018 · N80932 · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power during the initial climb due to a sticking intake valve on the No. 3 cylinder.
- [NTSB CEN17FA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN17FA152.md): Temco GC 1B · Hartsville, IN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 12, 2017 · N2377B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control after exceeding the airplane's critical angle of attack during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB CEN16LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA061.md): Globe GC 1B · Lake Elmo, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 11, 2015 · N78067 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the carburetor’s primary venturi, fuel nozzle, or both separating after takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA14LA363](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14LA363.md): Temco GC 1B · Yulee, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 2014 · N1CY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control, which resulted in subsequent impact with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR14LA284](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14LA284.md): Globe GC 1B · Puyallup, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2014 · N3773K · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the exhaust assembly in the No. 3 cylinder for reasons that could not be determined due to the damage incurred to the fractured parts. Also causal to the accident was maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the cylinder.
- [NTSB ERA13LA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13LA264.md): Globe GC-1B · Williamson, SC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 2013 · N3715K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a quartering tailwind at high density altitude, close to gross takeoff weight, on a short turf runway with trees at the departure end.
- [NTSB ERA12LA318](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA318.md): Temco GC-1B · Dayton, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 29, 2012 · N106S · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during low-altitude maneuvers for reasons that could not be determined because the engine examination did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation; however the carburetor was…
- [NTSB CEN12CA272](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA272.md): Tucker-Hurni Starduster SA-300 · Vidalia, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 27, 2012 · N4523 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the airplane’s right main landing gear due to a pre-existing fatigue crack and corrosion.
- [NTSB ERA12FA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA002.md): Temco GC-1B · Ewell, MD · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 2, 2011 · N3825K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper fuel management in that he did not verify the fuel selector position before beginning the flight or after the power loss, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and subsequent ditching.
- [NTSB ERA11CA375](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA375.md): Temco GC-1B · Sparta, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 2, 2011 · N106S · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the right rudder control cable by maintenance personnel, which resulted in the pilot's inability to maintain directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN11LA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA044.md): Globe GC-1B · Grants, NM · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 2010 · N3249K · Substantial damage
  > The loss of partial engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09CA440](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA440.md): Universal Globe GC-1 · Pacoima, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N2345B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB SEA07FA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07FA208.md): Globe GC-1B · Cottage Grove, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 2007 · N3867K · Substantial damage
  > The partial/momentary loss of engine power during the takeoff initial climb for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above stall speed while maneuvering following the loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB CHI05CA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA134.md): Temco GC-1B · Morris, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 25, 2005 · N3875K · Substantial damage
  > Malfunction of the pilot seat positioning mechanism for undetermined reasons resulting in a loss of aircraft control. The runway light struck when the airplane departed the pavement was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB DEN05CA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05CA021.md): Temco GC-1B · Angel Fire, NM · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 5, 2004 · N80791 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his inadequate compensation for wind. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
- [NTSB NYC04LA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA193.md): Globe Swift GC-1B · Wolfeboro, NH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 2004 · N78176 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind condition. The windshear was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX04LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA166.md): Globe GC-1B · Placerville, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 18, 2004 · N369BZ · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to an improperly sized and installed set of sealing gaskets in the gascolator, which resulted in fuel starvation. A factor to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL03LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA143.md): Globe GC-1B · Summerville, SC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 20, 2003 · N3721K · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine # 6 connecting rod bearing. A factor was the collision with a gate.
- [NTSB SEA03LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA175.md): Globe GC-1B · Cottonwood, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 2003 · N80978 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors contributing to the accident were the updraft, the terrain drop-off, and the fence.
- [NTSB NYC01LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA106.md): Globe GC-1B · Swanton, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 2001 · N2429B · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot to verify the landing gear was extended prior to landing, due to diverted attention.
- [NTSB FTW98LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA153.md): Globe GC-1B · Lancaster, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 21, 1998 · N80556 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear.
- [NTSB FTW97LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA168.md): Globe GC-1B · Gatesville, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 1997 · N80737 · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent stall. A factor was the pilot's lack of total experience in the make and model of aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX97LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA081.md): Globe GC-1B · Jean, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 31, 1996 · N3325K · Substantial damage
  > The failure of both pilots to maintain directional control of the aircraft, and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight. A factor in the accident was the limited conventional gear experience of both pilots.
- [NTSB SEA97LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA009.md): Globe GC-1B · Caldwell, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 1996 · N3228K · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's misjudgment of distance and altitude to the runway, while on final approach to land. The sunglare was a related factor.
- [NTSB CHI96FA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA323.md): Globe GC-1B · Hampshire, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1996 · N570SR · Minor damage
  > improper use of the mini-bike by the driver. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, the unlighted mini-bike, and insufficient standards required by the residents of the airstrip concerning use of the taxiways at night.
- [NTSB MIA95LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA098.md): Globe GC-1B · Venice, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 1995 · N78055 · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the Globe GC-1B (swift) pilot to see the Piper PA-23 in time to avoid a collision, and the Piper PA-23 pilot's delay in initiating remedial action to avoid the collision.
- [NTSB CHI95LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA112.md): Globe GC-1B · Norton, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 13, 1995 · N78103 · Substantial damage
  > the reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined. The rough, uneven terrain encountered during the forced landing was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX94LA344](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA344.md): Globe GC-1B · Five Points, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1994 · N80642 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition and his failure to maintain the proper runway alignment.
- [NTSB NYC94LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA080.md): Davis DK-1 · East Haddam, CT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 15, 1994 · N158Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain the proper glidepath during landing approach.
- [NTSB ATL93LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA117.md): Temco GC-1B · Cleveland, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1993 · N3255K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper use of carburetor heat, resulting in a partial loss of engine power during the initial climb. Factors were the carburetor icing conditions, and the trees located at the departure end of the airstrip.
- [NTSB NYC91LA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA249.md): Davis D1K · Chester, CT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 29, 1991 · N158Y · Substantial damage
  > Improper maintenance on the engine which resulted in a power loss due to a stuck exhaust valve and subsequent forced landing in unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB SEA90LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA111.md): Callair A-3 · Burley, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1990 · N2911V · Substantial damage
  > An encounter with meteorological conditions that exceeded the aircraft's ability to climb or maintain level flight. The high density altitude and lack of suitable terrain were factors related to the accident.
- [NTSB NYC90LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA059.md): Globe Swift Gcib · Pittstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 28, 1990 · N78156 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to abort the takeoff after losing directional control during the takeoff ground run. Factors related to the accident were: crosswind, hidden obstruction in high vegetation, and low time in model.
- [NTSB MIA90LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA90LA019.md): Temco GC-1B · Zellwood, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 28, 1989 · N80528 · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot. The crosswind and ditch were related factors.
- [NTSB FTW90LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90LA001.md): Globe GC-1B · Sulphur, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 1, 1989 · N3718K · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the landing gear to completely retract which resulted in the inability to gain sufficient airspeed to perform the climbing maneuver.
- [NTSB FTW89LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89LA112.md): Swift GC-1B · Luther, OK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 1989 · N80791 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. The proximity of the trees were a factor.
- [NTSB FTW88FA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW88FA103.md): Globe GC-1B · Powderly, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · May 18, 1988 · N78143 · Destroyed
  > The airplane had not been flown for more than seven months. It did not have a current annual inspection. Witnesses said the pilot ran the engine and it ran rough. Then he washed the airplane, then refueled, drained the sumps and ran the engine again at the…
- [NTSB FTW86LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW86LA165.md): Temco Glode Swift · Temple, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 1986 · N2311B · Destroyed
  > The plt departed rwy 36 at charping field to perform touch and go landings. The plt stated that the acft eng quit on final apch. The plt elected to land short of the airfield with the landing gear retracted because of a power line along the final apch path.…
- [NTSB ATL86LA221](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86LA221.md): Temco GC-1B · Bowling Green, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 1986 · N78261 · Substantial damage
  > Plt reported that he failed to reposition the fuel selector from auxillary fuel tank to main fuel tank during the landing check. Engine quit due to fuel starvation on short final approach at too low an altitude for corrective action.
- [NTSB NYC86LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC86LA139.md): Globe GC-1B · Johnstown, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 29, 1986 · N80611 · Substantial damage
  > The flight departed Johnstown-cambria airport at about 1600 hours and returned at about 1700 hours. On landing, the pilot forgot to lower the landing gear and landed gear up. The aircraft slid to a stop and about five minutes later fire erupted.
- [NTSB DEN86LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN86LA014.md): Globe GC-1B · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 25, 1985 · N90333 · Substantial damage
  > The wife of the plt radioed her husband had become incapacitated. Two flt instructors departed in another acft to assist the non-rated wife, after being contacted by Albuquerque apch control. The flt instructors were able to assist the non-rated wife through…
- [NTSB LAX85FA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX85FA259.md): Globe GC-1B · Moorpark, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 27, 1985 · N80970 · Destroyed
  > Acft crashed while being maneuvered in a canyon. Post crash inspection of the propeller revealed no evidence of rotation at impact. One-half gal of automotive fuel was found in the left wing tank and no fuel was found in the right wing tank. Some fuel lines…
- [NTSB MIA85FA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA85FA102.md): Globe Swift GC-1B · Rockledge, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 23, 1985 · N1ZF · Substantial damage
  > The acft crashed into a field after experiencing a loss of pwr. Inspection revealed one of the two check valves inside the eng driven fuel pump was unsetted and wedged between the metal pump housing and the pump diaphram actuating plate. With the check valve…
- [NTSB LAX85LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX85LA146.md): Globe GC1B · Modesto, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 18, 1985 · N80860 · Substantial damage
  > The plt attempted a simulated forced landing, stalled the acft 10 to 15 feet high and made a hard landing causing the right main gear to fail.
- [NTSB NYC85LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC85LA035.md): Globe GC-1B · Millbrook, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 27, 1984 · N3709K · Substantial damage
  > Plt stated that while taxiing off the runway onto the taxiway, a gust of wind caused the acft to drift left. Plt stated he over corrected with rudder and power; acft swerved right, off the narrow prepared surface and down a steep embankment.

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.engine_model_code IN ('17011')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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