NTSB investigations: Continental O-470 series
87 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Continental O-470 series, where the defining event was Loss of engine power (total). Aircraft are matched to the registry by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model, so older matches can be wrong.
Cases per year
| 2008 | 6 |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 |
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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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c.\"mKey\" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('17026')
AND EXISTS (SELECT 1 FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e.case_mkey = x.case_mkey AND e.aircrafts_position = x.position AND e.\"isDefiningEvent\" AND e.\"tier2Number\" = '341'))
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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('17026')
AND EXISTS (SELECT 1 FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e.case_mkey = x.case_mkey AND e.aircrafts_position = x.position AND e."isDefiningEvent" AND e."tier2Number" = '341'))
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 WPR27LA021Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedInvestigation openCessna 182A · Galveston, TXNTSB ERA25LA362Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedPreliminary reportCessna 182F · Williamsburg, VAOn September 22, 2025, about 1730 eastern daylight time, a Cessna 182F, N3192U, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Williamsburg, Virginia. The airline transport pilot sustained minor injuries. The airplane was operated as a…NTSB CEN25LA199Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182P · Mineral Wells, TXThe pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane checklist.NTSB CEN25LA100Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 180 · Breckenridge, TXThe mechanic’s failure to properly install the throttle cable hardware resulting in a separation of the cable and loss of engine throttle control.NTSB WPR24LA240Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182B · Soldier, IDA total loss of engine power resulting from the failure of the No. 1 piston and the No. 2 piston connecting rod due to detonation.NTSB CEN24LA052Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Manitowoc, WIMaintenance personnel’s improper servicing of the magnetos, which resulted in their accelerated wear, failure, and the total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR23FA256Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 182N · St Maries, IDThe total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 3 exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane after the loss of engine power.NTSB CEN23LA149Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182Q · Gardner, KSA total loss of engine power due to failure of the No. 6 connecting rod as a result of detonation.NTSB WPR23LA003Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182C · Boulder City, NVA total loss of engine power due to oil starvation resulting from the failure of an engine oil filter adapter fiber gasket.NTSB CEN22LA367Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Benton, KSThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR22LA115Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182D · Desert Camp, CAThe airplane’s loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB ERA22LA017Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Fire Island, NYA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN21LA265Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 180K · Columbus, OHThe loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from sealant contamination in the wing.NTSB ERA21LA190Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182M · Eufaula, ALA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB WPR21LA156Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182H · Blakely Island, WAA total loss of engine power during climb for reasons that could not be determined which resulted in a forced water landing.NTSB GAA21WA034Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignCessna 182 · La Morita, MexicoNTSB ANC20LA060Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 180 · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot’s failure to utilize carburetor heat while flying in conditions conducive carburetor to icing, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR20LA042Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Carlsbad, CAThe fatigue failure of the crankshaft. Contributing to the accident was the undocumented installation of the supercharger, which resulted in increased stress on the crankshaft.NTSB WPR19LA174Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182M · Upland, CAThe total loss of engine power due to detonation within the No. 2 cylinder as a result of a lean fuel flow setting.NTSB GAA19CA336Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Ontario, ORThe pilot's improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR19FA126Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 182 · Mill Creek, CAA total loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of the failure of a gasket on the oil filter adapter and the pilot’s inability to clear power lines during the emergency landing.NTSB ERA19LA017Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Opelika, ALThe improper torque application and ongoing inspection of an oil filter adaptor by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of lubrication and a catastrophic engine failure.NTSB ERA18FA231Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Swainsboro, GAThe total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on available information.NTSB WPR18LA183Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Jacksonville, FLA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined due to insufficient evidence.NTSB ERA18LA165Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Arecibo, PRMaintenance personnel's failure to properly apply torque to the engine through bolts, which ultimately resulted in the crankshaft failure and the total loss of engine power.NTSB CEN18LA131Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Grove, OKA total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice accumulation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to apply carburetor heat immediately following the loss of engine power.NTSB CEN17LA376Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182M · Piqua, OHThe accumulation of carburetor ice while operating at a reduced engine power setting, which resulted in a total loss of engine power on approach and a subsequent forced landing on unsuitable terrain.NTSB ERA17FA107Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A45 · Climax, GAThe failure of maintenance personnel to ensure that the throttle and fuel metering unit AN "B" nut was secured, which resulted in a total loss of engine power in flight and a subsequent collision with trees while attempting to land after sunset.NTSB WPR17LA038Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Safford, AZThe total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 5 piston, piston pin, or connecting rod assembly for reasons that could not be determined due to the severity of the post fracture damage.NTSB ERA16LA244Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 305 · Narragansett, RIA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined during a postaccident examination of the airframe and engine.NTSB GAA16CA259Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182 · Reno, NVThe pilot's inadequate fuel planning, resulting in fuel exhaustion and substantial damage to the firewall during the forced landing.NTSB WPR16LA094Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Selma, CAThe total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, which resulted from the flight instructor's failure to use carburetor heat during the descent.NTSB CEN15LA430Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182G · Glenwood Springs, COA loss of engine power during cruise flight due to carburetor icing and the pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat, which resulted in a forced landing on rough/uneven terrain.NTSB CEN15LA319Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182E · Rozet, WYThe loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB WPR15LA191Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180A · Polson, MTA total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB ERA15LA014Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180K · Boca Raton, FLMaintenance personnel’s failure to apply proper torque to the cylinder flange nuts and through bolts, which resulted in shifting of the Nos. 1 and 2 main bearings, loss of lubrication, failure of the crankshaft, and a subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB ERA14LA446Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180B · Piscataquis County, METhe fatigue fracture of the No. 3 exhaust valve, which initiated at the outer surface of the valve stem and resulted in the subsequent total loss of engine power over terrain unsuitable for landing.NTSB ERA14FA313Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Littleton, NCMaintenance personnel's application of sealant to the engine case halves during engine overhaul, contrary to manufacturer's instructions, which resulted in internal failure of the engine due to the loss of case bolt torque.NTSB ANC14LA034Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182K · Galena, AKA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, which necessitated a forced landing on unsuitable terrain, during which the airplane flipped over and became partially submerged in water.NTSB ERA14LA167Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna O1 - A · St. Petersburg, FLThe pilot's improper in-flight fuel management, which resulted in fuel exhaustion in the selected tank and a subsequent loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB WPR14LA117Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A45 · Hollister, CAThe total loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation and the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and improper fuel management.NTSB CEN14LA133Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Lexington, TXThe pilot’s improper use of the carburetor heat, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB WPR13LA408Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Casa Grande, AZA loss of engine power during final approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examinations did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB WPR13LA317Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182H · Hesperia, CAThe loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the detachment of the mixture control cable from its mounting clamp.NTSB ERA13LA262Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182P · Brevard, NCThe cylinder manufacturer's misalignment of the exhaust valve guides in the No. 2 cylinder during manufacture, which resulted in the exhaust valve sticking and the pushrod breaking and the subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB CEN13LA286Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182C · Fremont, MIThe pilot's improper preflight planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion while in the traffic pattern.NTSB ERA13FA105Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech H35 · Palm Coast, FLA total loss of engine power after the failure of the No. 4 connecting rod due to oil starvation, which resulted in a subsequent forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to clearly state that the aircraft had lost all power and the…NTSB WPR13LA005Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180H · St Maries, IDThe total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine and airframe did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB ERA12LA575Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Fort Thomas, KYThe pilot’s failure to periodically add engine power during an extended descent in carburetor icing conditions, which resulted in insufficient carburetor heat, the gradual build-up of carburetor ice, and the subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB CEN12LA501Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech H35 · Holly Lake Ranch, TXThe incomplete maintenance performed by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.