# NTSB investigations: Volkswagen CONVERSION

A list on [Volkswagen CONVERSION](https://openairdocs.org/engine/volkswagen-conversion.md).

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

Page 1 of 5 · 242 investigations

- [NTSB ERA26LA347](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA347.md): Shaffer John Thomas KR-2 · Westminster, OH · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Investigation open · Sep 20, 2026 · N455JS · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ERA23LA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA206.md): Thatcher CX4 · West Palm Beach, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Apr 24, 2023 · N7555X · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB ERA22FA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22FA320.md): Knight AA Nieuport 28 · Basehor, KS · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Jul 18, 2022 · N6170 · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s incorrect installation of the left-wing strut, which resulted in a loss of airplane control during takeoff and a subsequent aerodynamic stall and spin from which the pilot could not recover.
- [NTSB CEN22LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA007.md): Soneral L2 · Minot, ND · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Oct 3, 2021 · N9115Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed and exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack on final landing approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inexperience with the…
- [NTSB CEN21LA398](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA398.md): Segarra Lucas JR Zenith Stoll 701 · Grantsburg, WI · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Sep 1, 2021 · N705L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in abnormal runway contact and the nose landing gear collapsing.
- [NTSB GAA20CA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA20CA087.md): Fisher FP 202 Koala · Erwin, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 14, 2019 · N47CV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with vegetation.
- [NTSB ERA19TA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19TA254.md): GIger Frank R Nieuport II · Talladega, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Final report · Aug 17, 2019 · N112GV · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion after the pilot inadvertently kicked a fuel line during turbulence, which resulted in a forced landing into trees.
- [NTSB CEN16LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA230.md): Glaeser Nieuport 11 · Gardner, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 2016 · N124TG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's diverted attention during the approach for the precautionary landing, which resulted in low airspeed, an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, and a subsequent aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the control system…
- [NTSB ERA16FA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16FA084.md): Eros 1600 · Lebanon, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 7, 2016 · N508AH · Substantial damage
  > A failure of the front cylinder piston due to the pilot's improper maintenance, which resulted in a total loss of engine power after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to return to the runway at low altitude following the loss of…
- [NTSB GAA16CA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA088.md): Day William L Minicoupe · Middle River, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 20, 2015 · N853WD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's incorrect installation of the rudder horn and failure to properly inspect the installation, which led to a loss of directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB GAA15CA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15CA109.md): Kretsinger Bensen B8M · Maple Plain, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 7, 2015 · N2436 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, resulting in a loss of control, and a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA15LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA133.md): Johnson Joel H Rans S-6ES Coyote II · Rincon, PR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 19, 2015 · N5196W · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate maintenance and inspection of the fuel system, which resulted in partial blockage of a fuel filter, a partial loss of engine power, and subsequent ditching.
- [NTSB ERA14CA408](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14CA408.md): Day William L Minicoupe · Baltimore, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 16, 2014 · N853WD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot/owner/builder's improper weight and balance calculations, which rendered the airplane uncontrollable in the pitch axis.
- [NTSB CEN14LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14LA235.md): Pazmany PL 4 · Yates City, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 10, 2014 · N44PL · Substantial damage
  > A loss of propeller thrust due to a failure of the reduction drive unit resulting from the improper installation of the unit. Contributing to the accident was a lack of documentation for the reduction drive unit installation.
- [NTSB CEN14FA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14FA173.md): Worthington Donald Wayne Sonerai II LT · Highlands Ranch, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 29, 2014 · N63917 · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s loss of control during a forced landing following a loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined due to postimpact fire damage.
- [NTSB CEN13LA304](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA304.md): Ankestar, Bradley D. RAND-ROBINSON KR2 · Hamilton, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 2013 · N774A · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to vapor lock in the fuel system. Contributing to the accident was the operation of the airplane with automotive gasoline and the installation of noninsulated fuel components near heat sources in the engine compartment.
- [NTSB ERA13LA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13LA093.md): Russom Roy G Hummel H5 · Calhoun, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 18, 2012 · N156FH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s impairment or incapacitation due to the effects of medication, worsening cardiac disease, or cardiac arrhythmia, which resulted in his loss of control of the airplane.
- [NTSB CEN12LA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA239.md): Gerner Evans WE-1 · Kimball, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 2012 · N5936 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the airplane and engine was not performed.
- [NTSB ERA12CA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA043.md): Fehlner-Shelton Aerosport Scamp WTB1 · Grantham, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N25WS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate clearance from unmarked power lines while on approach to land at a private airport.
- [NTSB CEN12CA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA026.md): Jantzen Evans VP · Terrell, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 16, 2011 · N331EJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning, in that he did not determine whether the airplane’s climb performance would be sufficient to clear obstacles before initiating take off.
- [NTSB CEN11LA488](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA488.md): Dixon Volksplane VP-1 · Jackson, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2011 · N341MD · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN11CA411](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA411.md): Worley Dennis Sonex · Gardner, KS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 18, 2011 · N563 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glide path during the visual approach.
- [NTSB WPR11CA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA247.md): Sieber Paul P Nieuport 11 · Bellingham, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 4, 2011 · N118PS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout.
- [NTSB CEN11CA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA016.md): Kevin Wilkinson Easy Eagle 1 · Central City, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 2, 2010 · N44KW · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10CA336](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA336.md): Schooley Sonex · Punta Gorda, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 27, 2010 · N363SX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare, resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB CEN10CA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA238.md): Ankerstar Bradley D RAND-ROBINSON KR2 · Hamilton, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 14, 2010 · N774A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing and collapsed landing gear.
- [NTSB WPR09LA454](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA454.md): Lewis Jennings Nieuport 11 · Pahrump, NV · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 18, 2009 · N124LH · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to a failure of the engine's sole magneto.
- [NTSB CEN09CA593](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA593.md): Linke KR-2 · Mt. Vernon, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 18, 2009 · N4207Z · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate preflight planning/preparation and fuel management by the pilot which led to fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power during approach. Contributing to the accident was the inoperative fuel indicator.
- [NTSB ERA09LA454](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA454.md): Pongracz John M Nieuport 1 · Brasstown, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 2009 · N112PM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during climb after takeoff, resulting in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB WPR09LA286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA286.md): Wermling KR-2 Rand Robinson · Anaconda, MT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2009 · N40908 · Substantial damage
  > The non-certificated pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed and aircraft control during initial climb resulting in a stall/spin.
- [NTSB ERA09LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA263.md): Keeley/Tidd MK-1 · Demopolis, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 2009 · N91MK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed following a complete loss of engine power resulting in a stall while maneuvering to land. The reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined.
- [NTSB CEN09LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA263.md): Laseure Sonerai II · Grantsburg, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 2009 · N232PE · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during initial climb which resulted in a stall/spin. Contributing to the accident was the degraded engine performance.
- [NTSB ERA09LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA222.md): Rogers Kenneth J Flaglor Scooter · Griffin, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 2009 · N3248Q · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine-driven fuel pump. Contributing to the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing and the pilot’s preexisting medical condition.
- [NTSB DFW08CA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA211.md): Murray Frank H DA5B · Odessa, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 21, 2008 · N1002W · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the intake manifold when the flexible connectors disconnected from the carburetor after a turbulence encounter. Contributing to the accident was insuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC08LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA253.md): Carrithers Carl L VP1 · Starkville, MS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 2008 · N822CB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment by alcohol.
- [NTSB SEA08LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA140.md): Hutton KR-2 · Roseburg, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 26, 2008 · N4GJ · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the pilot's modification of the induction system, and the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering to a landing area following the power loss.
- [NTSB LAX08LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA145.md): Babcock KR-2 · Olympia, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 19, 2008 · N4276Y · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power during takeoff due to the carburetor's mixture needle backing out.
- [NTSB CHI08CA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA088.md): Shaffer KR-2 · Fremont, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 24, 2008 · N455JS · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI08CA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA073.md): Squier Pauper II · Stockbridge, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 3, 2008 · N70727 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's spatial disorientation while maneuvering after takeoff and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from the terrain. Contributing factors were the snow-covered lake and overcast clouds, which resulted in the pilot's spatial disorientation due…
- [NTSB CHI08LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08LA046.md): Swearingen T R/Masters W Rand KR 2 · Benton, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 29, 2007 · N7016M · Destroyed
  > The reason for this accident is undetermined.
- [NTSB DFW06CA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA129.md): Mahoney Evans VP-1 · Corpus Christi, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 18, 2006 · N72260 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. A contributing factor was the dust devil/whirlwind.
- [NTSB ATL06LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL06LA048.md): Joel H Johnson Rans S-6ES Coyote II · Cartersville, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 5, 2006 · N5196W · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an forced landing, on ground collision with a ditch, and nose over.
- [NTSB SEA05LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA177.md): Tichacek N-3 Pup · Mead, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 2005 · N7702X · Destroyed
  > The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA05LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA05LA146.md): Gustafson Easy Eagle · Milton, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 2005 · N707DG · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a forced landing and subsequent in-flight collision with tree-covered terrain.
- [NTSB DFW05LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05LA129.md): Miller Rand Robinson KR-2 · Galliano, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 21, 2005 · N684LM · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin during initial takeoff climb. A contributing factor was the pilot's lack of experience for the make/model airplane.
- [NTSB SEA05CA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05CA093.md): Johnson Johnson Chris-Tena · Lebanon, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 3, 2005 · N72JJ · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power on takeoff for an undetermined reason. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA05LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA05LA098.md): Gordon E. Brown Nieuport C-1 · Homestead, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 2005 · N749GB · Substantial damage
  > The reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons on the downwind leg which resulted in a forced landing, and subsequent in-flight collision with a guy-wire and terrain.
- [NTSB LAX05LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA133.md): Clark Aerosport Scamp · Chino, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 11, 2005 · N234HC · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to the pilot/builder's excessive adjustment (lean) of the mixture setting at the carburetor. The pilot/builder's failure to perform a more comprehensive ground test prior to flight was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX05CA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05CA123.md): Peter A. Geiser Lee/Geiser Nieuprt17 · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 26, 2005 · N124FG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout.
- [NTSB NYC05LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC05LA030.md): Day VP-2 · Warrenton, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 2004 · N19LC · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.

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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 ('63501')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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