# NTSB investigations: Beech 23

A list on [Beech 23](https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-23.md).

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

Page 1 of 8 · 352 investigations

- [NTSB ERA24LA341](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA341.md): Beech 23 · Jacksonville, FL · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Aug 7, 2024 · N2376L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper inflight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation while on final approach to land, and the subsequent hard landing, which resulted in separation of the airplane’s landing gear.
- [NTSB WPR24LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA032.md): Beech 23 · Santa Ynez, CA · Incident · Class 3 · Limited · Investigation open · Nov 12, 2023 · N2358Z
- [NTSB CEN24LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA001.md): Beech 23 · Waupaca, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Oct 1, 2023 · N1963F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the go-around, that resulted in a runway excursion and an impact with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR23LA290](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA290.md): Beech 23 · Coolin, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jul 30, 2023 · N2362Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees after takeoff, during high density altitude weather conditions.
- [NTSB CEN22LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA040.md): Beech 23 · Abilene, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Nov 15, 2021 · N8701M · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor’s inadequate fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the missing placard showing the usable fuel quantity.
- [NTSB ERA22LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA033.md): Beech 23 · Ballston Spa, NY · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Oct 27, 2021 · N2353Z · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor’s and student pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning and improper in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB CEN21LA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA208.md): Beech 23 · Hutchinson, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · May 1, 2021 · N2378Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff and his high pitch attitude after takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB ERA21LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA21LA149.md): Beech 23 · Rogersville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Mar 3, 2021 · N2374J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in an initial hard landing, separation of the left main landing gear, and a runway excursion during a subsequent landing attempt.
- [NTSB GAA16CA357](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA357.md): Beech 23 · Maryville, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 2, 2016 · N8704M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to see and avoid power lines on approach during landing, resulting a power line strike, uncontrolled descent, and collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning.
- [NTSB ERA16LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA019.md): Beech 23 · Humboldt, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2015 · N2339J · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to low No. 2 cylinder compression and an inoperative right magneto.
- [NTSB ERA13FA325](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13FA325.md): Beech 23 · Laurel, MD · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 2013 · N2333Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight preparation of the airplane, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during takeoff and his decision to operate the unairworthy airplane.
- [NTSB CEN12FA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA082.md): Beech 23 · West Milton, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 2011 · N8700M · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to attempt a flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in the pilot’s spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control of the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR10CA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA175.md): Beech 23 · Twenty Nine Palms, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 21, 2010 · N2325Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's encounter with a wind shear/downdraft that exceeded the climb performance capabilities of the airplane during initial climb.
- [NTSB CEN09CA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA006.md): Beech 23 · Chesaning, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 9, 2008 · N317NF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the gusting wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusting winds.
- [NTSB NYC08CA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA098.md): Beech 23 · Pineland, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 10, 2008 · N2382J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing. Contributing was the gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB CHI07CA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA234.md): Beech 23 · Georgetown, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 27, 2007 · N2306L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to land with a quartering tailwind and his failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a fence. Factors contributing to the accident were the quartering tailwind and the…
- [NTSB NYC07LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07LA177.md): Beech BE-23 · Science Hill, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 2007 · N2354J · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB ANC07CA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA010.md): Beech BE-23 · Asheville, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 30, 2006 · N2319L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued VFR cruise flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with trees. Factors associated with the accident were fog and low ceilings.
- [NTSB DFW06CA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA192.md): Beech BE23 · Bowie, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 23, 2006 · N2326Z · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees. Contributing factors were the prevailing crosswind and improper supervision of the flight by the flight instructor.
- [NTSB LAX06CA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA162.md): Beech BE23 · Kingman, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 5, 2006 · N8750M · Substantial damage
  > the student pilot's failure to attain/maintain a proper glide path, which resulted in an encounter with wake turbulence and subsequent hard landing.
- [NTSB LAX05LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA159.md): Beech 23 · Tucson, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 7, 2005 · N2388Q · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to the fatigue fracture and separation of the mixture control cable. The fatigue crack resulted from inadequate installation techniques by unknown maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB MIA03LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03LA171.md): Beech 23 · Punta Gorda, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2003 · N2322Q · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC02FA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02FA098.md): Beech 23 · King George, VA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 19, 2002 · N2351Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper in-flight decision to perform low passes; and his failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in a stall and collision with trees.
- [NTSB NYC02LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA081.md): Beech BE-23 · Louisa, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 8, 2002 · N2375Z · Substantial damage
  > The airplane's inadvertent collision with a deer while landing at night. A factor in the accident was the night condition.
- [NTSB CHI01LA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA264.md): Beech 23 · West Bend, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 2001 · N2367J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not following the aircraft fuel management procedures. Factors were the fuel starvation, the low altitude, the manufacturers service instruction not complied with, and the tree.
- [NTSB CHI01FA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01FA052.md): Beech BE-23 · Rolla, MO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 18, 2000 · N2324J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight during the pre-buy inspection, the pilot's incapacitation due to carbon monoxide, and the fractured muffler.
- [NTSB ATL01LA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL01LA010.md): Beech BE-23 · Everglades City, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 2000 · N2334J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during landing.
- [NTSB ATL00FA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL00FA023.md): Beech 23 · Macon, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 8, 2000 · N2336Z · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was conditions favorable for the formation of carburetor ice.
- [NTSB ATL99LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA113.md): Beech BE23 · Vidalia, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1999 · N2381Z · Substantial damage
  > Pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff from an unsuitable pasture. A factor contributing to the accident consisted of previous damage to the leading edges of the wings.
- [NTSB CHI99LA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA142.md): Beech BE-23 · Houghton Lake, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 4, 1999 · N2339Z · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB LAX99LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA062.md): Beech C23 · Furnace Creek, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 31, 1998 · N2313L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection when he failed to remove the gust lock from the flight controls.
- [NTSB SEA98LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98LA133.md): Beech 23 · Oakville, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1998 · N8719M · Substantial damage
  > Loss of power due to the failure of an exhaust valve, and overloading of the landing gear. Factors include the failure of maintenance personnel to verify proper compliance with an Airworthiness Directive related to the exhaust valve, and soft terrain.
- [NTSB CHI98LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA191.md): Beech 23 · Excelsior Spr, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1998 · N2302Q · Destroyed
  > the inadequate preflight planning by the pilot in command and exceeding the maximum gross weight for the aircraft. A factor was the berm.
- [NTSB FTW98LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA128.md): Beech 23 · Colorado Sprngs, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 11, 1998 · N2382L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent porpoise during landing roll. A factor was the ditch.
- [NTSB IAD97LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97LA116.md): Beech Musketeer 23 · Wauseon, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1997 · N2372L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's fuel mismanagement by his failure to switch fuel tank positions, which resulted in the fuel starvation and the loss of engine power.
- [NTSB FTW97RA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97RA101.md): Beech 23 · Santa Catarina, Mexico · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Feb 5, 1997 · N8723M
- [NTSB ATL97LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA038.md): Beech 23 · Palatka, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 1997 · N2379L · Substantial damage
  > failure of the nose gear for undetermined reason(s).
- [NTSB CHI97LA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA005.md): Beech 23 · Neenah, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 1996 · N2398Z · Destroyed
  > the local terrain conditions around the airport. A factor was the inadequate runway safety area.
- [NTSB CHI96FA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA327.md): Beech 23 · Tomahawk, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 1996 · N2338Z · Destroyed
  > the student pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol which led to his initiation of VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions and loss of control. Factors were: the dark night and the weather conditions.
- [NTSB FTW96FA339](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA339.md): Beech 23 · Wimberley, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1996 · N2382Z · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. Factors were the high density altitude, the tail wind, and the pilot's failure to adhere to the limitations prescribed by his flight instructor.
- [NTSB CHI96FA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA209.md): Beech 23 · Fulton, MO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1996 · N2397J · Destroyed
  > the inadequate intake valve springs on the #1 cylinder.
- [NTSB FTW96LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA245.md): Beech 23 · Weiner, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 1996 · N2398L · Substantial damage
  > an improper flare by the pilot, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ATL96LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96LA007.md): Beech 23 · Newnan, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 20, 1995 · N2340J · Substantial damage
  > a loose fuel line fitting, which resulted in a fuel leak and premature emptying of the left fuel tank; failure of the pilot to follow the checklist (select the fullest fuel tank for landing); fuel starvation; and subsequent Loss of engine power, while on…
- [NTSB LAX95LA333](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA333.md): Beech 23 · Las Vegas, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 1995 · N2382J · Destroyed
  > the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The soft and rough nature of the terrain available for the forced landing was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB SEA94LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA220.md): Beech 23 · Everett, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 24, 1994 · N2371Z · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control, and his inadequate remedial action. Factors include a fence in the vicinity of the runway.
- [NTSB BFO94LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94LA133.md): Beech 23 · Freeport, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1994 · N2341L · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the instructor's inadequate supervision.
- [NTSB NYC92LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC92LA183.md): Beech A24 · Griswold, CT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1992 · N8737M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane which resulted in the airplane touching down short of the intended touchdown point, and collapsing the landing gear.
- [NTSB LAX92FA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92FA313.md): Beech 23 · Fall River Mill, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1992 · N2359J · Destroyed
  > The pilots decision to turn down wind at a critical phase of the go around with inadequate airspeed resulting in a stall mush uncontrolled descent. Contributing to the accident was the unfavorable wind conditions and a stabilator interference caused by a…
- [NTSB CHI91LA275](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA275.md): Beech B23 · Jenison, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 1991 · N2389L · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to perform remedial action during fuel system carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ATL90LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90LA147.md): Beech 23 · Stone Mountain, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1990 · N2302J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improperly planned approach, in that the airplane was high and fast, which resulted in the runway overrun.

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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.aircraft_model_code IN ('1151202')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-23/ntsb

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