Cessna A185F
NTSB investigations · 716
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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')
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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 ANC92LA093Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Talkeetna, AKFailure to maintain directional control. Factors include tailwheel vibration/shimmy, and an inadvertent ground loop.NTSB ANC92FA069Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Ruth Glacier, AKThe failure of the pilots of both airplanes to maintain an adequate visual lookout. Factors which contributed to the accident was the failure of the pilot of the CE-172 to become aware of and to use the listed frequency for inter aircraft communications, and…NTSB ANC92LA067Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna C-A185F · Barrow, AKThe improper use of the flt controls by the second pilot during landing roll. Factors relating to the mishap were the rough/uneven snow covered terrain.NTSB SEA92LA071Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Billings, MTA worn tailwheel steering system and inadequate inspection of the airplane. A factor relating to the accident was the crosswind condition.NTSB ANC92LA054Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Fairbanks, AKPoor in flight planning/decision. Factors to the accident were: snow covered terrain, and wrong runway not identified.NTSB ANC92T#A02Accident · No injuriesClass 3Final reportCessna 185 · Barrow, AKNTSB ANC92LA039Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Pelican, AKThe pilot's inadequate visual lookout during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the glare from the sun.NTSB ANC92LA003Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Amber Bay, AKThe pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the unfavorable wind.NTSB ANC91LA151Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Koliganek, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. Contributing to the accident was the unfavorable wind conditions.NTSB CHI91LA288Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Afton, MNThe pilot's inadvertent lowering of the wheels during the water landing.NTSB DEN91LA123Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Conchas Dam, NMLanding gear locking mechanism loose, landing gear wheel deployed inadvertently, and maintenance alignment not performed. Factors were: propeller governor underspeed, maintenance adjustment not corrected, and lowering of flaps not performed.NTSB ANC91LA137Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185-F · Cordova, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.NTSB ANC91LA119Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Angoon, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent rate. Contributing to the accident was pilot's intentional abrupt maneuvering at a low altitude and the flaps that retracted a knotch.NTSB ANC91LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Clarks Point, AKThe loss of directional control on the ground caused by the failure of the left brake disc. Contributing to the accident was the pilot-in-command's intentional ground loop of the airplane.NTSB NYC91LA173Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Vernon, OHThe pilot rotated the airplane prematurely and continued the climb at a deck angle that eventually resulted in a stall. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's complacency, failure to determine the airplane's performance capabilities prior to take…NTSB BFO91LA067Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Norton, WVThe pilot's inadequate inflight decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the lost of engine power.NTSB ANC91FA090Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 185A · Valdez, AKLoss of aircraft control for an undetermined reason during an approach to land.NTSB ANC91LA063Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Sterling, AKThe pilot's improper remedial action.NTSB NYC91LA234Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Sanford, METhe pilot's improper procedure by not placing the fuel selector on the tank with the most fuel, which resulted in fuel starvation and a forced landing in trees.NTSB ANC91T#A01Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3Final reportCessna A185F · Galena, AKNTSB ANC90LA172Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Talkeetna, AKFailure of the pilot to obtain or maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall or mush.NTSB SEA90FA163Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Wrangell, AKThe pilot did not maintain an adequate airspeed. The pilot's lack of recent experience in the Cessna 185 was a contributing factor.NTSB ANC90LA136Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Talkeetna, AKFailure of the right main landing gear spring upon landing.NTSB LAX90LA257Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Discovery Bay, CAThe pilot's improper visual lookout to assure the area was clear of boats before departing.NTSB ANC90LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · King Salmon, AKTotal loss of engine power caused by the failure of the piston rod assemblies.NTSB ANC90FA105Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Iliamna, AKThe pilot's failure to follow proper procedures and directives (excessive flaps); failure to operate the airplane within the allowable gross weight limitations; improper compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain minimum safe flying speed,…NTSB DEN90LA134Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Erie, COFailure of the pilot receiving instruction to choose suitable terrain for the landing. Contributing to the accident was the cfi's inadequate supervision.NTSB ANC90LA077Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Northway, AKThe pilot lost control of the airplane during the post-landing taxi.NTSB ANC90LA076Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Uganik Bay, AKThe pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions. Factors contributing to the accident were the downdrafts and gusty winds.NTSB LAX90LA184Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Terra Bella, CAThe pilot's preflight planning and preparation was poor. Contributing to this accident was the high vegetation field.NTSB MKC90LA071Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Minneapolis, MNAircraft control not maintained by the pilot in command. His lack of experience in the type of aircraft was a factor.NTSB ANC90LA031Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Willow, AKSelection of an unsuitable landing area (unsuitable terrain) by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were: deep snow on the runway and failure of the flight service station (fss) specialist to inform the pilot that the runway was closed to wheel…NTSB FTW90LA053Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Houston, TXInadequate compensation for wind conditions by the pilot, and his failure to maintain directional control. The unfavorable wind was a related factor.NTSB SEA90LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A-185-F · Seattle, WAThe pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.NTSB ANC89LA178Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Shotgun Hills, AKThe pilot's failure to adequately evaluate the existing weather conditions and to maintain control of the aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's overconfidence in both personal ability and the ability of the aircraft along with the downdraft…NTSB ANC89LA170Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Mulchatna River, AKImproper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. Factors related to the accident were: loss of fuel that had siphoned (leaked) from the aircraft before takeoff and tree(s) overhanging the fast…NTSB ANC89LA167Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Nenana River, AKImproper planning/decision by the pilot. A factor related to the accident was: the adverse weather condition.NTSB ANC89FA160Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Tanacross, AKPoor judgement by the pilot by buzzing the airport and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude/clearance above the terrain. The pilot's use of abrupt maneuvers was a contributing factor.NTSB NYC89LA199Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Deer Isle, METhe pilot's inadequate preflight in determining the adequacy of the takeoff environment under the existing adverse wind conditions.NTSB LAX89LA285Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Fresno, CAFailure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft.NTSB ANC89LA112Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Dillingham, AKImproper planning/decision by the pilot & a strong downdraft.NTSB FTW89LA119Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Marksville, LAFailure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop and a subsequent nose over.NTSB ANC89LA083Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Toksook Bay, AKThe pilot inadvertently landed on water with the gear extended.NTSB ANC89LA081Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Kahiltna Glac, AKThe pilot's decision to commit himself to a landing before completing an evaluation of the weather in the vicinity of the landing site. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the snowbank off the side of the runway with which the aircraft collided.NTSB LAX89LA207Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Jackson, CAThe pilot did not establish a climb rate sufficient enough to clear trees before turning towards them during a go-around. Contributing to the accident were gusty crosswinds which changed to a tailwind when the aircraft turned to the right and the pilots…NTSB SEA89LA062Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Everett, WAThe failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the tailwheel aircraft during landing roll.NTSB FTW89LA072Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Lake Arthur, LAThe failure of the pilot to see and avoid tree limbs that extended over the edge of the canal. Factors related to the accident were: the tree limbs and dirt bank near the edge of the selected landing area.NTSB ANC89FA049Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna A-185-F · Puntilla Lake, AKThe pilot's failure to obtain an adequate airspeed, the turn to reverse course maneuver performed at the reduced airspeed and poor preflight planning. Contributing to the accident were the mountainous terrain and the downdraft conditions.NTSB SEA89LA054Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Bellingham, WAThe pilot's failure to compensate for the loss of lift due to ice accumulation on the wings, his failure to control the rate of descent, and poor inflight decision making. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's fatigue.NTSB FTW89LA030Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185H · San Antonio, TXDuring the landing roll, the left wheel brake cylinder failed and the airplane groundlooped. The plt did not file an accident report.
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