# FAA incident reports: Cessna 320

A list on [Cessna 320](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-320.md).

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

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- [Incident 20220704011729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220704011729I.md): Cessna 320 · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Jul 4, 2022 · N5731X · Minor damage
  > Date: jul 4, 2022 Time: 1706L (2106Z) Departure: pompano beach airpark (kpmp) Destination: Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (kfxe) Weather: kfxe 042053Z 09011KT 10SM FEW028 32/23 A3006 rmk AO2 SLP181 T03170233 56014 Summary: C320 reported in bound with non…
- [Accident 20200701009029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200701009029A.md): Cessna 320 · Round Rock, TX · Jul 1, 2020 · N19AS · Destroyed · 1 fatal
  > N19AS a Cessna 320 skyknight serial number 320-0086, departed runway 15 at lago vista, rusty allen airport (kryw) under visual flight rules at approximately 17:21 UTC. Opsvue data shows the aircraft departed to the east, climbed and maintained between 2300…
- [Incident 20111127026839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20111127026839I.md): Cessna 320 · Henderson, NV · Nov 27, 2011 · N5769X · Minor damage
  > On 11-27-2011, at 13:00 local time, N5769X a CE-320 aircraft landed without landing gear extended on runway 35L at the Henderson airport (hnd). Airman stated that he thought that he had placed the landing gear selector in the down position. The airman stated…
- [Accident 20100918046849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100918046849A.md): Cessna 320 · Denton, TX · Sep 18, 2010 · N56VP · Substantial damage
  > Push-pull rod leading to nose gear buckled resulting in nose gear failing to lock down. Nose gear folded on landing.
- [Accident 20060514007129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060514007129A.md): Cessna 320 · Long Beach, CA · May 14, 2006 · N5799X · Substantial damage
  > (-23) During departure at Long Beach airport, runway 25R, just after liftoff, the pilot reported he felt a wind gust which kept the aircraft from climbing and lifted the left wing. The right wing dipped down and the tip tank struck the ground. He stabilized…
- [Accident 20030529012309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030529012309A.md): Cessna 320 · Mccarthy, AK · May 29, 2003 · N5712X · Substantial damage
  > (-23) According to the pilot, after landing the left main landing gear collapsed.
- [Accident 20020925029919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020925029919A.md): Cessna 320 · Gatesville, TX · Sep 25, 2002 · N382MR · Substantial damage
  > (-23) On September 25, 2002, at 1930 central daylight time, a Cessna 320 twin-engine aircraft, N382MR, serial number 320-0084, owned and operated by abelardo ramirez an airline transport rated pilot was substantially damaged after over running the departure…
- [Incident 20020617014679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020617014679I.md): Cessna 320 · Anderson, SC · Jun 17, 2002 · N33UP · No damage
  > (-23) Nose gear would not extend on landing. Pop was heard under floor of cockpit when gear was retracted. Nose gear collapsed on landing. No injury or fire. Minor damage to nose radar dome, nose gear doors both propellers sustained major damage. Inspection…
- [Accident 20010807027079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010807027079A.md): Cessna 320 · Colorado Spring, CO · Aug 7, 2001 · N3338P · No damage
  > (-23) Pilot said he experienced engine failure after takoff and the aircraft settled to the ground off the end of the runway. The aircraft then reportedly burst into flames with the ground. The occupants exited the aircraft unaided.
- [Incident 20000527018049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000527018049I.md): Cessna 320 · Colorado Spring, CO · May 27, 2000 · N3338P · Minor damage
  > (-23) No narrative available.
- [Incident 19970121002689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970121002689I.md): Cessna 320 · Panama City, FL · Jan 21, 1997 · N56VP · Minor damage
  > Pilot reported actuated gear down. Gear in mirror. Flaps failed extend. Gear collapsed landing. Electric power loss
- [Accident 19960428008739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960428008739A.md): Cessna 320 · Mammoth Lakes, CA · Apr 28, 1996 · N5752X · Substantial damage
  > Lost power on initial climb right engine. Failed power off left engine. Below VMC. Crashed. Turbo waste gate jammed
- [Accident 19950823026809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950823026809A.md): Cessna 320 · Gunnison, CO · Aug 23, 1995 · N5720X · Substantial damage
  > Turned up wrong valley. Both engines quit. Landed on highway. Swerved off to avoid car. Fuel tanks were empty.
- [Incident 19950402021379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950402021379I.md): Cessna 320 · Coalinga, CA · Apr 2, 1995 · N5710X · Minor damage
  > Nose gear collapsed on landing. Failed to center during extension.
- [Accident 19930417009859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930417009859A.md): Cessna 320 · Mesa, AZ · Apr 17, 1993 · N5711X · Substantial damage
  > Experienced jammed rudder control on gear extension. Ground looped on landing. Left rudder steering spring missing.
- [Accident 19920914036589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920914036589A.md): Cessna 320 · Darlington, SC · Sep 14, 1992 · N5754X · Substantial damage
  > Pilot reported loss both engines on takeoff. Struck wires. Fueled from unclean chemical mixing tank.
- [Accident 19911006045019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911006045019A.md): Cessna 320 · Gadsden, AL · Oct 6, 1991 · N5726X · Substantial damage
  > Both engines quit nearing fuel stop. Landed in brush area. Fuel lines incorrectly installed. Aware of fuel problem
- [Incident 19910827044269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910827044269I.md): Cessna 320 · Oklahoma City, OK · Aug 27, 1991 · N5746X · Minor damage
  > Pilot failed to extend the landing gear and landed gear up.
- [Incident 19910519016449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910519016449I.md): Cessna 320 · Atlanta, GA · May 19, 1991 · N5788X · Minor damage
  > Hit a power line with propellers on climbout at departure point. Continued to destination. Landed safely.
- [Incident 19901213061759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901213061759I.md): Cessna 320 · Santa Monica, CA · Dec 13, 1990 · N5710X · Minor damage
  > Right gear collapsed on rollout. Aircraft settled on wing. Appears gear motor malfunctioned and gear not locked.
- [Accident 19900830037469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900830037469A.md): Cessna 320 · Center, TX · Aug 30, 1990 · N377S · Destroyed · 1 fatal
  > Left turbocharger failed on climbout. Rolled inverted and crashed. Not MEL rated. No checkout.
- [Incident 19900828062589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900828062589I.md): Cessna 320 · Houston, TX · Aug 28, 1990 · N5764X · Minor damage
  > Right gear collapsed on rollout. Right wing hit runway. Veered off runway. Four clamp assembly u bolts missing.
- [Accident 19891027043409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891027043409A.md): Cessna 320 · Nebraska City, NE · Oct 27, 1989 · N5725X · Destroyed · 2 fatal
  > Flew into side of a hill. Was observed at low altitude at night in dense fog and mist. IMC forecast.
- [Incident 19890901060789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890901060789I.md): Cessna 320 · Meridian, MS · Sep 1, 1989 · N5761X · Minor damage
  > Unable to get nose gear down and locked. Landed gear up. Cause not stated.
- [Incident 19880527039939I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880527039939I.md): Cessna 320 · Jackson, WY · May 27, 1988 · N455FC · Minor damage
  > Loud snap when gear retracted. Unable to retract nose gear. Landed with nose gear partly extended. Had faulty strut
- [Incident 19870222021469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870222021469I.md): Cessna 320 · Joplin, MO · Feb 22, 1987 · N5743X · Minor damage
  > The aircraft was landed gear up.
- [Incident 19870213013779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870213013779I.md): Cessna 320 · Sulphur, OK · Feb 13, 1987 · N5746X · Minor damage
  > Pilot was distracted by crosswinds failed to lower gear until wingtip touched the runway.
- [Accident 19861201087049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861201087049A.md): Cessna 320 · Panama City, FL · Dec 1, 1986 · N1FD · Destroyed
  > Power loss on right engine. Lost control on approach, struck trees. Improper repair to fuel sensor, marginal radios
- [Incident 19860306012389I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860306012389I.md): Cessna 320 · Salt Lake City, UT · Mar 6, 1986 · N5776X · Minor damage
  > Landed gear up after claiming electrical problem. No mechanical malfunctions found.
- [Accident 19851206061159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19851206061159A.md): Cessna 320 · Ada, OH · Dec 6, 1985 · N5755X · Destroyed
  > One engine quit due to fuel starvation. Could not find airport with atcs help. Stalled, impacted ground vertically.
- [Accident 19850217006679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850217006679A.md): Cessna 320 · Lees Summit, MO · Feb 17, 1985 · N5704X · Substantial damage
  > Unsafe gear light but gear appeared down. Throttles retarded and no horn. Nose gear damage precluded rigging exam.
- [Incident 19831229073329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19831229073329I.md): Cessna 320 · Denver, CO · Dec 29, 1983 · N5770X · Minor damage
  > Unsafe gear indication. Right main gear folded on landing. Broken torque tube bracket. Gear was hanging down.
- [Incident 19830202007779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830202007779I.md): Cessna 320 · Palatka, FL · Feb 2, 1983 · N5702X · Minor damage
  > Pilot had a very slow collapse of left main gear. Found gear intermediate tube bent. Posible gear out of rig.
- [Incident 19821028063229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19821028063229I.md): Cessna 320 · Wichita, KS · Oct 28, 1982 · N5731X · Minor damage
  > Pilot landed with gear up. Found gear system working normally. Failed to use landing checklist.
- [Accident 19820626029531A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820626029531A.md): Cessna 320B · San Jose, CA · Jun 26, 1982 · N510BC · Destroyed
  > Made abrupt steep midfield climbing turn on go around. Collided with N70072 that was turning mid field downwind.
- [Incident 19811029080499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19811029080499I.md): Cessna 320 · Gainesville, MO · Oct 29, 1981 · N5767X · Minor damage
  > Pilot feared he could not stop on runway swerved aircraft to the left and struck a brush pile. Minor damage.
- [Incident 19800310031309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800310031309I.md): Cessna 320 · Moline, IL · Mar 10, 1980 · N5714X · Minor damage
  > Nose gear collapsed during landing. Retract rod bolt broken. Dynamic brake on landing gear motor was inoperative
- [Incident 19790926049539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790926049539I.md): Cessna 320 · Honolulu, HI · Sep 26, 1979 · N5780X · Minor damage
  > Pilot unable to extend nose gear. First retraction after maintenance, one gear door left loose.
- [Accident 19780818032049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780818032049A.md): Cessna 320 · Anaconda, MT · Aug 18, 1978 · N24P · Destroyed · 5 fatal
  > Lost ctl in nr vertical bank with heavy acft. Density alt 7100FT.
- [Accident 19780806023529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780806023529A.md): Cessna 320D · Olathe,Ks, KS · Aug 6, 1978 · N5731X · Substantial damage
- [Accident 19780730022009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780730022009A.md): Cessna 320D · Montrose,Co, CO · Jul 30, 1978 · N5735X · Substantial damage
  > Brake slips loose. Brake disc jammed. Wing,fuselage,gr dmgd.
- [Incident 19780707042789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780707042789I.md): Cessna 320 · Marlette, MI · Jul 7, 1978 · N5762X · Minor damage
  > Left main collapsed after landing. This gear appeared to have been installed improperly.
- [Incident 19780223001009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780223001009I.md): Cessna 320 · Mojave, CA · Feb 23, 1978 · N5771X · Minor damage
  > Landing gear jammed on retraction, was extended manually. Indicated safe. Collapsed after touchdown.
- [Accident 19770911039399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770911039399A.md): Cessna 320 · Milwaukee, WI · Sep 11, 1977 · N5719X · Destroyed
  > Crack in exhaust manifold adjacent to eng firewall. Source of fuel not determined.
- [Accident 19761012032559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19761012032559A.md): Cessna 320 · Oxnard, CA · Oct 12, 1976 · N5740X · Substantial damage
  > Attmptd visual apch in blo min cond.
- [Accident 19760713042639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760713042639A.md): Cessna 320 · CA · Jul 13, 1976 · N5205X · Destroyed
- [Accident 19760205006259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760205006259A.md): Cessna 320A · Granada Hills, CA · Feb 5, 1976 · N3011R · Destroyed
  > Dscnd blo mda into small hill.
- [Accident 19760202006249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760202006249A.md): Cessna 320 · Stella Maris, FL · Feb 2, 1976 · N5723X · Destroyed
  > Investigation under jurisdiction of Bahamas government
- [Accident 19750806024819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750806024819A.md): Cessna 320 · Steamboat Spgs, CO · Aug 6, 1975 · N5729X · Destroyed
  > Destroyed hangar and C-172 N7175A.gusts to 18K. Wing flaps set 20 deg. Density alt 10000FT.
- [Accident 19750330040619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750330040619A.md): Cessna 320 · Corona, CA · Mar 30, 1975 · N5739X · Substantial damage

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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 aircraft_model_code IN ('2074502')
ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-320/incidents

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