# NTSB investigations: Smith AEROSTAR 601

A list on [Smith AEROSTAR 601](https://openairdocs.org/model/smith-aerostar-601.md).

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

- [NTSB CEN20LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA160.md): Aerostar 601 · Craig, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Apr 24, 2020 · N601X · Destroyed
  > The student pilot’s flight into terrain for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB GAA19CA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA083.md): Smith AEROSTAR601 · Rock Hill, SC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 28, 2018 · N909CA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to fly with an air cast boot on his foot, which led him to rely on the passenger to apply brakes and rudder, which was performed improperly and led to a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB CEN18LA285](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN18LA285.md): Smith AEROSTAR601 · Baton Rouge, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 2018 · N327BK · Substantial damage
  > The loss of right engine power due to fuel starvation, which resulted from corrosion debris in the fuel lines. Contributing to the accident was the mechanic’s and pilot’s inadequate maintenance of the airplane before the flight.
- [NTSB CEN18FA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN18FA050.md): Smith Aerostar 601 · Miami, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2017 · N7529S · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of control while returning to the airport after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
- [NTSB CHI08CA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA048.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Elyria, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 11, 2007 · N2699G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's momentary loss of control after takeoff, which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tree. A contributing factor was the presence of the tree.
- [NTSB LAX05LA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA089.md): Smith Aerostar 601 · Murrieta, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 5, 2005 · N23LL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of distance/altitude on final approach, which resulted in an undershoot of the runway.
- [NTSB SEA05LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA032.md): Aerostar 601 · Hamilton, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 2004 · N601DF · Destroyed
  > A partial loss of engine power due to the lack of lubrication and subsequent failure of the left engine's right turbocharger for undetermined reasons, and subsequent forced landing after takeoff. A factor was the unsuitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI02LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA022.md): Smith Aerostar 601 · Danville, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 8, 2001 · N128AC · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the main landing gear scissor assembly during landing for undetermined reasons, resulting in the directional control of the airplane not being possible.
- [NTSB DEN00FA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00FA086.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Estes Park, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 30, 2000 · N7421S · Destroyed
  > A descent below the surrounding terrain, by the pilot, in IMC conditions. Factors were high mountainous terrain, clouds, inaccurate weather evaluation by the pilot, and the pilot's flight into IMC conditions.
- [NTSB LAX97LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA244.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1997 · N7435S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision, his failure to obtain the current wind information, his selection of the wrong runway, and his delay in aborting landing.
- [NTSB BFO96LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO96LA040.md): Aerostar 601 · Mount Storm, WV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 27, 1996 · N162GA · Destroyed
  > loss of power in the right engine for undetermined reason(s), and the accumulation of structural ice on the airplane, which resulted in an increased rate of descent and a subsequent forced landing before the pilot could reach an alternate airport. Factors…
- [NTSB FTW95LA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA320.md): Piper PA-60-601A · Fulshear, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1995 · N135TS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper climb rate after take off. Factors were the pilot's diverted attention toward the malfunctioning landing gear, his intentional shutdown of operational engines, and the lack of suitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB MIA94LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA182.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Atlantic Ocean (Atlantic Ocean) · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 1994 · N63317 · Destroyed
  > An electrical system short for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI93FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93FA028.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Wahpeton, ND · Accident · Minor injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 1992 · N72AW · Substantial damage
  > Other maintenance personnel's improper maintenance (installation).
- [NTSB LAX92LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA263.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Prescott, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1992 · N601DE · Substantial damage
  > The airplane's failure to achieve an adequate rate of climb because of degraded aerodynamic performance and the pilot's intentional operation of the aircraft with known deficiencies. A factor in the accident was the high density altitude condition.
- [NTSB FTW89FA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89FA089.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar 601 · New Iberia, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 4, 1989 · N90619 · Destroyed
  > The pilot failed to maintain a proper climb immediately after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was excessive manifold pressure indications for the left engine. The pilot's diverted attention in dealing with that condition most probably resulted in the…
- [NTSB FTW87FA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW87FA149.md): Piper PA-60-601 · Hillsboro, TX · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1987 · N7481S · Substantial damage
  > Aprx 3 min after leveling at 6500', the acft began losing pwr despite attempts to remedy the problem by using boost pump & x-feed. Subsequently, both engs lost power & the acft was damaged drg a wheels-up lndg in a milo field. An exam revealed the upper &…
- [NTSB LAX85FA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX85FA169.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar 601 · Sepulveda, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 7, 1985 · N777PL · Destroyed
  > The acft crashed into a residence 2 miles short of the rwy after loss of pwr on the left eng. This eng was feathered, the gear was extended, but the flaps remained up as the acft continued the lndg approach. Post acc investigation revealed no irregularities…
- [NTSB FTW83FA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW83FA252.md): Piper PA-60 · New Orleans, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 30, 1983 · N52AC · Destroyed
  > Witnesses reported that when the acft was stabilized on final apch, it pitched up slightly & yawed, then rolled left to an inverted attitude & crashed in a canal. Several witnesses stated that the left prop was windmilling. One stated the left prop had…
- [NTSB CHI82FA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI82FA004.md): Piper PA-60 · Champaign, IL · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 13, 1981 · N7454S · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI79FA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI79FA025.md): Aerostar 601 · Grand Rapids, MI · Accident · 4 fatal · Closed · Jan 19, 1979 · N7437S · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA78DA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA78DA074.md): Ted Smith 601 · Missing Aircraft · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Apr 27, 1978 · N555BU · Destroyed
- [NTSB CHI78DEX06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI78DEX06.md): Aerostar 601P · Evansville, IN · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Dec 16, 1977 · N9506Q · Minor damage
- [NTSB OAK77FA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK77FA051.md): Aerostar 601 · Little Norway, CA · Accident · 4 fatal · Closed · Aug 26, 1977 · N7481S · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC77FFJ08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FFJ08.md): Ted Smith 601 · Dunkirk, NY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 31, 1976 · N7437S · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC77FNA07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FNA07.md): Ted Smith 601 · Framingham Ctr, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Dec 12, 1976 · N90337 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA76FKJ90](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76FKJ90.md): Ted Smith 601 · Eufaula, AL · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 5, 1976 · N27HA · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX76IL043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX76IL043.md): Aero Star 601 · San Diego, CA · Incident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 27, 1975 · N97Q · Minor damage
- [NTSB SEA74AS038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA74AS038.md): Aerostar 601 · La Grande, OR · Accident · 3 fatal · Closed · Apr 11, 1974 · N7474S · Destroyed
- [NTSB MKC74DCG21](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC74DCG21.md): Aerostar 601 · Lawrence, KS · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Feb 5, 1974 · N601DP · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI74AC038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI74AC038.md): Aerostar 601 · Raymond, OH · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Nov 3, 1973 · N7430S · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC73AN147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC73AN147.md): Ted Smith 601 · Hamburg, NY · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Jun 1, 1973 · N711ED · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC73IN023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC73IN023.md): Aerostar 601 · Boston, MA · Incident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 3, 1972 · N7450S · Minor damage
- [NTSB CHI72IC041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI72IC041.md): Ted Smith 601 · Cleveland, OH · Incident · No injuries · Closed · Nov 2, 1971 · N711ED · Minor damage
- [NTSB FTW72AF007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW72AF007.md): Aerostar 601 · Fort Worth, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Jul 22, 1971 · N7480S · Destroyed

## 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 ('8360606')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/smith-aerostar-601/ntsb

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