# FAA incident reports: Douglas DC-9-14

A list on [Douglas DC-9-14](https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-dc-9-14.md).

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

Page 1 of 3 · 120 reports

- [Incident 20020822020969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020822020969I.md): Doug DC914 · Minneapolis, MN · Aug 22, 2002 · N8908E · Minor damage
  > (-23) On take-off the flight crew noted an unusual buzz noise along with reports from the tower and several other aircraft of a number two engine fire. The take-off was aborted at between 50 to 60 knots and the aircraft exited the runway onto a taxiway. The…
- [Incident 20001006031189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20001006031189I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · Oct 6, 2000 · N500ME
  > (-23)Midwest express flight 527 enroute milwaukee, WI, to denver, CO, diverted to Omaha, NE, due to number one engine vibration. Company mechanics changed the number one engine. This incident is closed with this report.
- [Incident 19991219042079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991219042079I.md): Doug DC914 · Detroit, MI · Dec 19, 1999 · N8909E · Minor damage
  > (-23) At 2123 local on 12/19/99, nwa flight 1408, a DC-9 N8909E, located in the alley way between concourse c and d on spot "4" was struck from behind by an unmanned fuel truck. With both engines running, the crew was completing their checklist prior to taxi…
- [Incident 19990605025859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990605025859I.md): Doug DC914 · Cleveland, OH · Jun 5, 1999 · N8912E
  > There was no loss of separation.
- [Incident 19971024042129I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971024042129I.md): Doug DC932 · Cleveland, OH · Oct 24, 1997 · N8913E
  > Narrative: on October 24, 1997, at approximately 0721, nwa 1553 crossed the 23L hold line without cle-atct clearance. PIC and SIC, both, received letters of warning, additional training and a company two leg line-check. See details on "investigation of pilot…
- [Incident 19970126002959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970126002959I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · Jan 26, 1997 · N800ME · Minor damage
  > Narrative: on Sunday, jan. 26, 1997, N800ME, a Douglas DC-9-14, operated by midwest express airlines, inc., as flight 572, experienced the loss of the retread on the number two main landing gear tire on departure from the denver international airport, CO. The…
- [Incident 19960329010389I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960329010389I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · Mar 29, 1996 · N8908E
  > Narrative: N8908E, a DC-9-1, was being operated as northwest airlines, inc., as positioning flight 9896 en-route san antonio, TX to minneapolis, MN. The crew received faulty fuel indications en-route and elected to land at Omaha, NE. Contract maintenance…
- [Incident 19960116001749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960116001749I.md): Doug DC914 · Kansas City, MO · Jan 16, 1996 · N400ME
  > Narrative: when flt 581 departed mci the nose landing gear strut did not allow the ground shift mechanism to operate. The aircraft did not pressurize and the crew realized that the aircraft systems were still in the ground mode. They returned to mci and had…
- [Incident 19951009046949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951009046949I.md): Doug DC914 · Toledo, OH · Oct 9, 1995 · N8907E
  > Narrative: northwest flt 1741. On 10/09/95 was climbing out of detroit (dtw) going to nashville (bna). As the auto pilot was approaching the clearance altitude "290" the aircraft made an uncommanded pitch up so the captain disconnected and proceeded to level…
- [Incident 19920902044769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920902044769I.md): Doug DC914 · Detroit, MI · Sep 2, 1992 · N8908E · Minor damage
  > Smoke and fume electrical fire in aft electrical power center generator bus bays. Removed right ac generator relay.
- [Incident 19910904043269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910904043269I.md): Doug DC914 · Covington - Cin, OH · Sep 4, 1991 · N8908E
  > Left generator light on when engines throttles advanced for takeoff. Returned to gate. Found bad indicating system.
- [Incident 19910514026869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910514026869I.md): Doug DC914 · Covington - Cin, OH · May 14, 1991 · N8909E
  > Aborted takeoff due to fuel imbalance. Continued after fuel balance obtained.
- [Incident 19910313008379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910313008379I.md): Doug DC914 · Covington - Cin, OH · Mar 13, 1991 · N948L
  > Pilot reported possible fuel leak. Landed safely. Later changed pacer supply and cannon plug.
- [Accident 19901203052361A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901203052361A.md): Doug DC914 · Detroit, MI · Dec 3, 1990 · N3313L · Destroyed · 8 fatal
  > Taxiing to takeoff,became lost due fog. Stopped on active runway. Struck by departing N278US.ats coordination factor
- [Incident 19901024055889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901024055889I.md): Doug DC914 · Detroit, MI · Oct 24, 1990 · N8911E
  > Lost pressurization en route. Made emergency descent. Replaced outflow valve and controller.
- [Incident 19900626049829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900626049829I.md): Doug DC914 · Houston, TX · Jun 26, 1990 · N932EA
  > NR2 first officers window seal failed causing a decompression. Remained in pattern and landed.
- [Incident 19900626049819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900626049819I.md): Doug DC914 · Houston, TX · Jun 26, 1990 · N932EA
  > Flap problem in left flap inboard area. Reduced speed and returned. Made a no flap landing.
- [Incident 19900611029789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900611029789I.md): Doug DC914 · Minneapolis, MN · Jun 11, 1990 · N1056T
  > Section of wheel separated from aircraft while taxiing. Replaced wheel and tire.
- [Incident 19900117004089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900117004089I.md): Doug DC914 · Wichita, KS · Jan 17, 1990 · N651TX
  > Unsafe right gear light. Used emergency procedures. Landed safely. Position switch had loose wire.
- [Accident 19891213050369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891213050369A.md): Doug DC914 · Atlantic City, NJ · Dec 13, 1989 · N931EA · Substantial damage
  > Aircraft pushed back for deicing was struck on starboard elevator by boom on deicing at airport.
- [Incident 19891203063729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891203063729I.md): Doug DC914 · Detroit, MI · Dec 3, 1989 · N3308L · Minor damage
  > Left wing scraped runway on landing flare. Made a go around and landed. Encoutered a strong wind gust.
- [Incident 19891112062969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891112062969I.md): Doug DC914 · Atlantic City, NJ · Nov 12, 1989 · N932EA
  > Pilot aborted takeoff apparently due to autopressurization failure.
- [Incident 19891107061549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891107061549I.md): Doug DC914 · Worcester, MA · Nov 7, 1989 · N8908E · Minor damage
  > Tail cone separated from aircraft on landing. No defects noted.
- [Incident 19890406020469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890406020469I.md): Doug DC914 · Denver, CO · Apr 6, 1989 · N700ME · Minor damage
  > Gear door open light came on after gear extended. Landed. Had ground damage to door. Actuator had failed.
- [Incident 19881208066869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881208066869I.md): Doug DC914 · Rochester, NY · Dec 8, 1988 · N930EA
  > Unsafe gear light. Determined gear safe. Landed without incident. Found a loose ground wire.
- [Incident 19881204063469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881204063469I.md): Doug DC914 · Buffalo, NY · Dec 4, 1988 · N930EA
  > No main gear down light. Visually checked ok. Light came on just prior to touch down. Normal landing.
- [Incident 19880425021559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880425021559I.md): Doug DC914 · Rochester, NY · Apr 25, 1988 · N932EA · Minor damage
  > Collided with a backhoe while taxiing around construction. Airport people advised to paint temporary taxi line.
- [Incident 19880212009039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880212009039I.md): Doug DC914 · St Louis, MO · Feb 12, 1988 · N8912E
  > Left nose gear door failed to close on takeoff. Returned to airport. Cleaned and lubed door link and lock assembly.
- [Incident 19880105003239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880105003239I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · Jan 5, 1988 · N655TX
  > On climbout the ground shift mechanism remained in ground mode position. Diverted to Omaha. Unable to correct.
- [Incident 19871104073539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871104073539I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Nov 4, 1987 · N8914E
  > Oil quanity dropped. Returned. Oil tank cap was off. Mechanic received a 3 day suspension.
- [Incident 19871028072029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871028072029I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Oct 28, 1987 · N8904E
  > Airliner evacuated after landing when tower reported smoke from right main gear. New brakes had been installed.
- [Incident 19871027073579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871027073579I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Oct 27, 1987 · N3309L
  > Oil strainer light came on after takeoff. Replaced right oil pressure differential switch.
- [Incident 19871025065739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871025065739I.md): Doug DC914 · Des Moines, IA · Oct 25, 1987 · N8902E
  > The nose gear initially failed to indicate down and locked. Aircraft landed safely. Downlock cannon plug cleaned.
- [Incident 19871006078919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871006078919I.md): Doug DC914 · Cedar Rapids, IA · Oct 6, 1987 · N8907E
  > Captain became ill during cruise. Became incapacitated. First officer took control. Ambulance met aircraft.
- [Incident 19870410028079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870410028079I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Apr 10, 1987 · N3308L
  > The engine was found to have lost 4 quarts of oil. A worn starter adapter seal was replaced.
- [Incident 19870326017329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870326017329I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Mar 26, 1987 · N3312L
  > Right engine began overheating on climb. Aircraft returned to airport. Filter to bleed valve controller blocked.
- [Incident 19870324014999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870324014999I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Mar 24, 1987 · N948L
  > Loud pop heard with gear retraction.. Returned and found nose gear door hanging. Lubricated the latch.
- [Incident 19870317025689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870317025689I.md): Doug DC914 · Houston, TX · Mar 17, 1987 · N655TX
  > Aircraft returned due to weather radar being inoperative and bad weather ahead.
- [Incident 19870114003449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870114003449I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Jan 14, 1987 · N8912E
  > The right main gear failed to indicate up after retraction. Aircraft returned and landed. Uplock switch failure.
- [Incident 19860910056469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860910056469I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · Sep 10, 1986 · N626TX
  > Engine oil temperature light came on en route. Diverted. Found a heat valve sticking in the open position.
- [Incident 19860907053539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860907053539I.md): Doug DC914 · Denver, CO · Sep 7, 1986 · N653TX
  > Aircraft on approach came in close proximity to another aircraft descending. No collision avoidance maneuver.
- [Incident 19860723051109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860723051109I.md): Doug DC914 · Las Vegas, NV · Jul 23, 1986 · N1302T
  > Landing gear door open light remained on after takeoff. Returned. Uplock rollers on clear door loose.
- [Incident 19860708041589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860708041589I.md): Doug DC914 · Chicago, IL · Jul 8, 1986 · N652TX
  > Diverted due to engine vibration which varied with throttle setting. Found bird strike and ingestion in engine.
- [Incident 19860615035649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860615035649I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · Jun 15, 1986 · N8902E
  > Returned after oil loss on number 2 engine. Found oil cap improperly secured.
- [Incident 19860604043999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860604043999I.md): Doug DC914 · San Antonio, TX · Jun 4, 1986 · N653TX
  > Pilot became ill with gastroenteritis en route. Landing made by first officer.
- [Incident 19860521022629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860521022629I.md): Doug DC914 · Omaha, NE · May 21, 1986 · N8902E
  > Landed safely after unsafe gear indication. Towed to parking. Found a broken wire in down and lock cannon plug.
- [Incident 19860330018909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860330018909I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Mar 30, 1986 · N8908E
  > Aborted takeoff after left engine overspeed on takeoff roll. Removed and replaced engine.
- [Incident 19860303008679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860303008679I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Mar 3, 1986 · N3309L
  > Throttle advanced itself two inches on takeoff. Other throttle was stiff. Crack in heat duct heated fuel linkage.
- [Incident 19860221012539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860221012539I.md): Doug DC914 · Detroit, MI · Feb 21, 1986 · N8903E · Minor damage
  > Aircraft directed forward without wing walker and wing struck a baggage cart.
- [Incident 19860127004029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860127004029I.md): Doug DC914 · Memphis, TN · Jan 27, 1986 · N8914E
  > Right main gear had unsafe indication. Visually checked gear down. Landed and gear pinned. Replaced micro switch.

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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 ('3022034')
ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC
```

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