# FAA incident reports: Pratt & Whitney JT3D-3&3B

A list on [Pratt & Whitney JT3D-3&3B](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-jt3d-3-3b.md).

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

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- [Accident 20110910026389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110910026389A.md): Douglas DC-8-62F · Sep 10, 2011 · N71CX · No damage
  > While enroute cruising at flight level 270 in the vicinty of thunderstorms, the aircraft encountered turbulence. The captain had previously illuminated the fasten seat belt sign, and had the flight attendant to take their seats and remain seated until further…
- [Incident 20110727023039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110727023039I.md): Mcdonnell Douglas DC-8-63F · Luxembourg · Jul 27, 2011 · N865F · Minor damage
  > The weight and balance form was incorrectly completed in pounds. Load sheet was in kilograms. No conversion was applied. This resulted in an inaccurate performance data card. The subsequent tail strike on takeoff was the result of poor technique while…
- [Accident 20060207001809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060207001809A.md): Doug DC871F · Philadelphia, PA · Feb 7, 2006 · N748UP · Destroyed
  > (-23) On February 7, 2006, at 2359 eastern standard time, a Douglas DC-8-71, N748UP, operated by united parcel service company, as flight 1307, was substantially damaged by an onboard fire after landing at the Philadelphia International Airport (phl),…
- [Incident 20051130028199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051130028199I.md): Doug DC873F · Omaha, NE · Nov 30, 2005 · N851UP
  > (-23) Pilot reported to ATC that the right main gear may not be locked. Acft landed without incident. Company mechanics found an open wire in the wire bundle enclosed in the conduit running from the right main landing gear switch to the terminal. Mechanics…
- [Incident 20030214006809I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030214006809I.md): Doug DC863F · Smyrna, TN · Feb 14, 2003 · N921R · Minor damage
  > (-23) On landing hit the #one engine on the runway and blew a tire. Landing downwind/crosswind with rain. Apparently corrected late during the landing phase, which resulted in the engine strike and tire damage. (-23 amendment) [privacy data omitted]
- [Incident 20020617020929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020617020929I.md): Doug DC863F · Detroit, MI · Jun 17, 2002 · N865F · Minor damage
  > (-23) Aircraft 865F was taxiing for take off when the left wing tip struck the tail cone of parked aircraft N344HA. The flight crew of N865F indicated that they did not realize the wing tip was damaged until maintenance notified them, after they returned from…
- [Incident 20010216005249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010216005249I.md): Doug DC873F · Dayton, OH · Feb 16, 2001 · N796FT
  > (-23) Dayton ATCT reported that emery 013, a DC-8, declared an emergency with #4 engine out. The a/c landed without incident on runway 6L at 01712Z. Emergency vehicles were called. A/c log page 09075-01 dated 2/16/01 discrepancy no. 5 intermit. Short & fire…
- [Incident 20000817028769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000817028769I.md): Doug DC863F · Omaha, NE · Aug 17, 2000 · N906R
  > (-23)On post flight crew found right gear retract bolt broken at the strut connector. The aircraft was ferried for repairs.
- [Incident 20000617034709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000617034709I.md): Doug DC873 · Seattle, WA · Jun 17, 2000 · N831AL
  > (-23)Emery FT026 ay-sea enroute lost hydraulic quanity to standpipe. Required 10 degrees right rudder to center trim ball. Turning on rudder pump caused chatter and feed back in rudder petals. Landed without incident. Mx found blown gasket in hyd pump…
- [Incident 20000427017119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000427017119I.md): Doug DC862 · Denver, CO · Apr 27, 2000 · N990CF · Minor damage
  > (-23)On April 28, 2000, emery flight 025, enroute form sea to day was over eastern Montana. At approxiamtely 0330Z in cruise at FL370, the crew heard a loud bang, the a/c shook and the a/c began to lose pressurization. The crew donned the 02 masks and…
- [Incident 19991123033759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991123033759I.md): Doug DC871F · Des Moines, IA · Nov 23, 1999 · N703UP · Minor damage
  > (-23) Aircraft landed on runway 31R. Wind reported to crew as 3616 with no gusts. ATIS wx reported as 33013KT 7SM OVC008 A2983. Crew reported a 10 kt decrease in airspeed on final approach at 400 AGL. After touchdown engines 3 and 4 made contact with ground…
- [Incident 19991103038659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991103038659I.md): Doug DC862 · Fort Wayne, IN · Nov 3, 1999 · N802MG
  > #3 Engine shut down due to fire warning light. Found lower fire loop connector had broken wires.
- [Incident 19990428017369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990428017369I.md): Doug DC871F · Ontario, CA · Apr 28, 1999 · N700UP
  > Crew reported fumes in the cockpit, while taxing to spot. Crew decided to evacuate via excape slide, five people on board, all escaped with no injuries. It was determined that the #3 generator came off line, leaving only #2 engine generator available. Engines…
- [Incident 19990309021449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990309021449I.md): Doug DC863F · Indianapolis, IN · Mar 9, 1999 · N921R
  > After landing on runway 32 at ind, the DC-8 was taxiing on the runway to make a left turn onto taxiway a. the first officer noticed the captain had slumped over in his seat and did not respond to his name being called by both the first officer and the flight…
- [Incident 19990108016279I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990108016279I.md): Doug DC863 · Wilmington, OH · Jan 8, 1999 · N815AX · Minor damage
  > (-5)A later decision to execute a missed approach to rwy. 4L at iln resulted in the left outboard engine nacelle striking the rwy. The first officer was flying the aircraft and conducted the missed approach. The capt. assumed control at 500' and completed a…
- [Incident 19981125043549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981125043549I.md): Doug DC855 · Seattle, WA · Nov 25, 1998 · N807CK · Minor damage
  > (-5)Aircraft late arriving, no estimated time of arrival communication with ground handlers, heavy rain falling, crew not sure where to park, aircraft went to an alternate parking spot from where ground handlers were expecting, aircraft started to enter…
- [Incident 19980925040329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980925040329I.md): Doug DC862F · Newark, NJ · Sep 25, 1998 · N997CF
  > (-5)Upon landing ewr eww 342 given clearance to intercept taxing papa and hold short of taxiway whiskey. Coa 135 was cleared for take-off 22R. Eww 342 entered runway 22R at taxiway November. Coa 135 aborted take-off and exited at taxiway gulf. Closest…
- [Incident 19980718029199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980718029199I.md): Doug DC863F · Seattle, WA · Jul 18, 1998 · N921R · Minor damage
  > Approx. 0700 on Saturday July 18, 1998, emery air flight 26 was invovled in an incident on landing at Seattle-Tacoma airport on runway 34R. The #1 main land. Gear tire came off on landing rolled off the runway continued on the taxiway onto the ramp of horizon…
- [Incident 19980602019929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980602019929I.md): Doug DC8F54 · San Juan, Puerto Rico · Jun 2, 1998 · N7046H · Minor damage
  > Aircraft struck loaded with number 4 engine while parking. Ground crew failed to signal flight crew of hazard.
- [Incident 19980122045569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980122045569I.md): Doug DC861 · Denver, CO · Jan 22, 1998 · N861PL
  > (-5) Aircraft landed at dia on runway 35L at 07:32, encountered ice on the runway and slid off the FAR end of the runway. No damage to aircraft and no personnel injuries incurred. The captain received a line check and was released to the line. No further…
- [Incident 19970610022409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970610022409I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Miami, FL · Jun 10, 1997 · N802CK
  > Fire warning left engine on climbout. Shutdown. Returned. Fire loop worn and loose. Replaced. Cured problem.
- [Incident 19970521017469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970521017469I.md): Doug DC861 · Wilmington, OH · May 21, 1997 · N847AX · Minor damage
  > Narrative: SDR will be submitted after vendor inspection and testing of generator and csd. On climb out from oak the #3 generator field relay opened and would not reset. In cruise flight inbound to 1 ln #3 fire warning activated. The engine was shut down and…
- [Incident 19970116012659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970116012659I.md): Doug DC862 · Terre Haute, IN · Jan 16, 1997 · N803CK · Minor damage
  > Narrative: on January 16, 1997, at 0839 EST, a Douglas DC-8-62, N803CK, registered to American international airways (cksa), slid off runway 23 during attempted takeoff at Hulman Regional Airport, Terre Haute, Indiana while on a 14 CFR, FAR part 121 air…
- [Incident 19961230045369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961230045369I.md): Doug DC862 · Orlando, FL · Dec 30, 1996 · N804AX · Minor damage
  > Narrative: on December 30, 1996, at about 2227 EST, a Douglas DC-8-62, N804AX, operated by abx air inc. dba airborne express, as a cargo flight under 14 CFR 121, veered off the right side of runway 18R during an aborted takeoff, at Orlando International…
- [Incident 19951215046049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951215046049I.md): Boeing 747238B · Baltimore, MD · Dec 15, 1995 · N615FF
  > Narrative: aircraft held at jfk due to weather. Weather at the alternate, phl, was also below minimums. After coordinating with company dispatcher, flight diverted to bwi. However, due to workload, Washington ARTCC was unable to accept a handoff,and flight…
- [Incident 19950913035579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950913035579I.md): Doug DC863 · Cali, CP · Sep 13, 1995 · N661AV · Minor damage
  > During taxi for takeoff aircraft stopped and leaned to right. Shutdown to investigate. No more info follows.
- [Incident 19950815029199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950815029199I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Rochester, NY · Aug 15, 1995 · N8041U
  > On climbout catastrophic failure of NR1 engine. Returned. Found destroyed fan blades. Engine was destroyed.
- [Incident 19950406008809I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950406008809I.md): Doug DC862 · San Francisco, CA · Apr 6, 1995 · N803CK
  > Narrative: 1.) Kalitta flight 879 when enroute at 1315Z, lost all main hydraulic pressure. Lost quantity but was still in normal range. Flight crew declared an emergency with ATC and proceeded to destination. 2.) Found auxiliary pump inoperative during…
- [Incident 19941027045249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941027045249I.md): Doug DC863 · Los Angeles, CA · Oct 27, 1994 · N865F
  > Tower observed DC8 strike its tail on runway during takeoff rotation. Alerted crew. No damage found at destination.
- [Incident 19941017041379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941017041379I.md): Doug DC863F · Guadalajara, Mexico · Oct 17, 1994 · N865F · Minor damage
  > Engine pod nacelle struck runway on landing. Lost visual on flare after entering fog bank. ATC weather advisory lim
- [Incident 19940315000619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940315000619I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Dallas-Ft Worth, TX · Mar 15, 1994 · N802CK · Minor damage
  > Narrative: aircraft was parked on the east end of the east freight ramp. The aircraft was loaded with crew on board, waiting on door safety check and push back for taxi. At approximately 24:00, a forklift was driven into the aft left wing of the aircraft. The…
- [Incident 19931223049539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19931223049539I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Washington, DC · Dec 23, 1993 · N991CF
  > NR4 engine failed after takeoff from baltimore. Diverted to Washington. Landed safely. Machanical fuel pump had failed
- [Incident 19930318008429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930318008429I.md): Doug DC871F · Miami, FL · Mar 18, 1993 · N703UP · Minor damage
  > Pilot struck a lamp post while taxiing to ramp. Marshaller and wing walker directing aircraft.
- [Incident 19930114001609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930114001609I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Dallas-Ft Worth, TX · Jan 14, 1993 · N8041U
  > NR4 engine shut down on climb. Returned. Landed safely. Engine had a turbine failure.
- [Incident 19920707026989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920707026989I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Kansas City, MO · Jul 7, 1992 · N8041U
  > NR2 engine low oil pressure light on. Shut engine down. Landed safely. Found metal in NR2 engine oil screen.
- [Incident 19911205059949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911205059949I.md): Doug DC863F · Syracuse, NY · Dec 5, 1991 · N921R
  > Aircraft skidded on snow covered taxiway and the nose wheel went off taxiway into the grass area.
- [Incident 19911018052179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911018052179I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Las Vegas, NV · Oct 18, 1991 · N8041U · Minor damage
  > NR1 engine compressor stall after takeoff. Returned. Engine tail cone parts found on runway.
- [Incident 19910910043829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910910043829I.md): Doug DC871F · Kansas City, MO · Sep 10, 1991 · N812UP
  > Lost pressurization in flight. Diverted to Kansas City. Found duct blown off valve on left pack.
- [Incident 19900924053739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900924053739I.md): Doug DC871F · Jacksonville, FL · Sep 24, 1990 · N796FT
  > Hydraulic failure en route. Landed safely. Hydraulic pressure line fitting union nut was loose and leaking in pylon
- [Incident 19891122063299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891122063299I.md): Doug DC855 · Rochester, NY · Nov 22, 1989 · N807CK
  > Low hydraulic quantity. Crew used emergency procedures. Landed safely. Replaced buss priority panel.
- [Incident 19890721039699I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890721039699I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Baltimore, MD · Jul 21, 1989 · N802CK · Minor damage
  > Aborted takeoff due to noise in cargo area. Aborted again due to landing gear smoke. Had heat build up on tires.
- [Accident 19890607014469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890607014469A.md): Doug DC862 · Paramaribo · Jun 7, 1989 · N1809E · Destroyed · 14 fatal
  > Crashed short of runway. Appeared airport was shrouded in thick fog.
- [Incident 19881228066829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881228066829I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Indianapolis, IN · Dec 28, 1988 · N991CF
  > Lost hydraulic fluid. Used emergency brake system. Lost steering. Veered off runway. Hole in flap actuator.
- [Incident 19881208053159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881208053159I.md): Doug DC871F · Ontario, CA · Dec 8, 1988 · N700UP · Minor damage
  > During hard landing all 4 engines contacted runway at some time. 2 had damage to accessory gear box areas.
- [Incident 19880617038779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880617038779I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Kansas City, MO · Jun 17, 1988 · N8042U
  > Hydraulic system pressure dropped to zero on climb. Returned. Had a double engine driven hydraulic pump failure.
- [Incident 19871021074689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871021074689I.md): Doug DC8F54 · Covington - Cin, OH · Oct 21, 1987 · N802CK · Minor damage
  > Marshaller signaled chocks set. Brakes set. Engine shutdown. Brakes released. Plane moved forward. Hit a k loader.
- [Incident 19870508033509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870508033509I.md): Doug DC873F · Tucson, AZ · May 8, 1987 · N796FT · Minor damage
  > During landing in gusting wind the nr 1 engine pod struck the runway.
- [Incident 19870126003539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870126003539I.md): Doug DC871F · Memphis, TN · Jan 26, 1987 · N748UP
  > On gear extension right main indicated unsafe. Safe landing. Malfunction not reported.
- [Incident 19860402015999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860402015999I.md): Doug DC873F · Phoenix, AZ · Apr 2, 1986 · N894UP
  > While correcting steering discrepancy mechanic mistakenly unlatched nose gear downlock bungee. Crushed as nose fell
- [Incident 19860205014239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860205014239I.md): Doug DC871F · Houston, TX · Feb 5, 1986 · N702UP
  > Crew misunderstood clearance altitude and ATC did not correct incorrect readback. Loss of standard separation.

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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 report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet'
WHERE engine_model_code IN ('52039')
ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-jt3d-3-3b/incidents

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