Cessna A185F
NTSB investigations · 715
Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first.
Query with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "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 ('2072821', '2070107')
ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
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 ('2072821', '2070107')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
NTSB LAX08FA244Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Shelton, WAThe pilot's failure to attain and maintain adequate airspeed during initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB ANC08LA085Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · McCarthy, AKThe pilot's improper fuel management which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power during cruise flight. Contributing to the accident was an aerodynamic stall during the emergency landing, the pilot's fatigue, and his unfamiliarity with the…NTSB LAX08LA201Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Rainier, ORThe inadvertent extension of the left float's landing gear to near the down position due to a failure of the gear's rear hydraulic seal.NTSB ANC08CA062Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185 · Talkeetna, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was an inadvertent ground-loop.NTSB ANC08CA041Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185 · Takotna, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.NTSB SEA07CA274Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Lexington, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop/swerve.NTSB ANC07CA097Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185 · McGrath, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area which resulted in an overrun and collision with a gravel berm during an aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were his delay in aborting the takeoff, and the short takeoff area.NTSB ANC07LA096Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Anchorage, AKA loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.NTSB ATL07LA120Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Danube, NYThe pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply.NTSB DEN07CA139Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Lake City, COThe pilot's improper preflight planning, his inability to attain short field takeoff performance, and his intentional maneuvering of the airplane into bushes and a fence during the aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were the high density…NTSB ANC07LA100Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Pedro Bay, AKThe loss of control during the landing roll for an unknown reason.NTSB DEN07LA124Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Englewood, COThis case was revised 10/31/2007. Low compression in number 2 cylinder, which reduced the airplane's climb capability. Contributing factors in this accident were the high density altitude conditions, and the tree.NTSB ANC07CA061Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185F · Port Alsworth, AKThe pilot's flight into adverse weather conditions, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain while maneuvering. A factor contributing to the accident was interference by the pilot-rated passenger.NTSB SEA07LA140Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Shearer, IDA fracture and separation of the left main landing gear strut during the landing roll due to fatigue.NTSB SEA07FA134Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Wilbur, WAIn-flight collision with terrain shortly after takeoff for undetermined reasons.NTSB SEA07CA127Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Renton, WAThe pilot's loss of aircraft control during a landing attempt, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop.NTSB ANC07LA035Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Haines, AKThe main landing gear attachment bolts to the right ski sheared during the landing roll in deep snow, resulting in a nose down, and structural damage to the right wing and aileron.NTSB NYC07CA097Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Ashland, METhe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while taxiing, which resulted in a nose over. A factor in this accident was the frozen, slush covered lake.NTSB ANC06LA074Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Bettles, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and collision with terrain. Factors contributing to the accident were the inadvertent stall, and an unfavorable wind.NTSB ANC06CA071Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185F · Anchorage, AKThe loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, which resulted in an emergency landing and an in-flight collision with trees.NTSB LAX06CA179Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Columbia, CAthe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.NTSB ANC06LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Ely, NVThe pilot's inadequate compensation for a quartering tailwind while taxiing, which resulted in a loss of control and an on ground encounter with terrain. A factor in the accident was the quartering crosswind.NTSB NYC06CA065Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Pembroke, MAThe pilot's failure to maintain control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a ground loop and subsequent impact with trees. A factor was the soft runway as reported by the pilot.NTSB ANC06CA008Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable taxi area, which resulted in an encounter with a hidden obstruction, and an on-ground collision with trees while taxiing to takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were trees and a hidden obstruction.NTSB SEA06CA009Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Lake Powell, UTThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain during an aborted water takeoff run which resulted in the airplane colliding with a canyon wall. A contributing factor was the submerged object that the airplane struck during the takeoff run.NTSB LAX05LA317Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Tracy, CAloss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB SEA05WA193Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCessna A185F · Port Hardy, CanadaNTSB ANC05CA141Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185F · Bettles, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a loss of control and an inadvertent ground-loop during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were the ground-loop and gusts.NTSB SEA05LA161Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Seattle, WALoss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB ANC05LA104Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Talkeetna, AKThe pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in an excursion off the side of the runway and a nose over.NTSB ANC05TA106Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 185 · Delta Junction, AKThe pilot's misjudged distance/altitude during the landing touchdown and subsequent undershoot, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in an on-ground encounter with high vegetation.NTSB CHI05CA175Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Elk Lake, MIThe gear retraction not performed by the pilot.NTSB SEA05LA081Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Medford, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include variable winds that at times were crosswinds.NTSB ANC05LA043Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Russian Mission, AKThe pilot's misjudged landing flare during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and structural damage to the fuselage when the left main landing gear collapsed. A factor associated with the accident is pressure placed upon the pilot by the…NTSB CHI05LA064Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Minneapolis, MNA failure of the tail wheel locking mechanism which resulted in the pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.NTSB ANC05TA022Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 185 · Eek, AKThe pilot's inadequate evaluation of weather conditions, which resulted in an on ground encounter with terrain during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were a tailwind, and snow-covered, icy terrain conditions.NTSB SEA05FA022Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Renton, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control when the flaps became jammed/stuck in their full-down position during a takeoff from a touch-and-go landing. Factors include a worn/disconnected flap latch mechanism, and the flaps being unable to be retracted.NTSB SEA05LA009Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · White Bird, IDThe pilot's failure to attain the proper airspeed for takeoff and his improper soft-field takeoff procedure. Factors contributing to the accident included the pilot's improper preflight planning, the fence, and the closed exhaust stack.NTSB ANC05CA004Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185F · King Salmon, AKThe pilot's failure to use a checklist, and to remove the flight control locks prior to flight, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and in-flight collision with terrain/water.NTSB DEN05CA001Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185F · Santa Fe, NMthe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.NTSB NYC04LA213Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Somerville, NJThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing. A factor was the pilot's impairment due to the influence of non-prescribed pain medication.NTSB SEA04FA169Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Toutle, WAThe pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather conditions. Inadequate preflight planning/preparation, trees, a low ceiling and no suitable terrain available for the landing were factors.NTSB ANC04LA090Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Wasilla, AKThe pilot's failure to compensate for a crosswind during landing and his failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with a ditch. A factor contributing to the accident was a crosswind.NTSB LAX04CA278Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Gridley, CAThe pilot's improper use of the rudder to correct for torque and P-factor effects and failure to maintain obstacle clearance.NTSB SEA04CA138Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Cut Bank, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.NTSB SEA04LA117Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Bozeman, MTThe failure of the right main gear brake disk attach flange during the landing roll, due to fatigue cracks emanating from numerous corrosion pits present on the surface of the disk, leading to the right brake becoming totally inoperative, and resulting in a…NTSB ANC04LA068Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his inadequate flare while landing, which resulted in a hard landing and collapse of the main landing gear. Factors associated with the accident were a downdraft, and rough and uneven terrain.NTSB SEA04FA088Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Molalla, ORThe pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in VFR flight into IMC, and his failure to maintain control. Factors include mountain obscuration, clouds and convective weather conditions.NTSB SEA04LA087Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185A · Polson, MTThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the changing wind conditions at the time of the landing. Factors include gusty, variable, crosswinds, and a runway marker near the edge of the runway the pilot was landing on.NTSB LAX04LA142Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Tucson, AZthe pilot's inadequate compensation for the quartering tailwind and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout.
Back to Cessna A185F