# NTSB investigations: Loss of engine power (partial)

NTSB aviation accident and incident investigations since 1962: the probable cause, findings, aircraft, crew, weather and docket of each, linked to the FAA registry and the FAA’s own reports.

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## Cases, newest first

- [NTSB DCA16WA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA16WA112.md): Beech 1900 · Karachi, Pakistan · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Mar 18, 2016 · AP-BII · Minor damage
  > The Pakistan Safety Investigation Board (PSIB) has notified the NTSB of an incident involving an Hawker Beechcraft 1900D that occurred on March 18, 2016. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the PSIB investigation under the…
- [NTSB WPR16LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA082.md): Grumman G164 · Juliaetta, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 12, 2016 · N6894Q · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to a crack in the No. 2 cylinder.
- [NTSB CEN16LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA123.md): Brockman William A Challenger II · Neshkoro, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 12, 2016 · N710WB · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, as postaccident examination revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the non-certificated pilot's decision to maneuver at low…
- [NTSB WPR16LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA088.md): Thomas D. Parkes Lancair ES · Prescott, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 10, 2016 · N44AZ · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to an over-temperature event, which thermally damaged the blade tips of the turbocharger wheel and resulted in a slowing or stoppage in the rotation of the turbocharger.
- [NTSB ERA16LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA123.md): Taylorcraft BL · St. Petersburg, FL · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Mar 5, 2016 · N22661 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to the fatigue fracture of the No. 3 cylinder head stud.
- [NTSB ENG16RA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ENG16RA026.md): Cessna 208 · Georgetown, Guyana · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Mar 3, 2016 · 8R-GHT · No damage
  > The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Cessna 208B, which occurred on March 3, 2016. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the GCAA investigation under the provisions of ICAO…
- [NTSB WPR16LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA079.md): Piper PA 22-150 · Fountain Hills, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 2, 2016 · N4356A · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR16LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA078.md): Boeing A75N1(PT17) · Palm Springs, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 2, 2016 · N63555 · Substantial damage
  > Improper assembly of a fuel hose, which restricted the fuel supply to the carburetor and resulted in a loss of engine power during the initial climb after takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA16LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA116.md): Cessna 150L · Gettysburg, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 27, 2016 · N976HB · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons because examination of the engine and a successful test-run did not reveal any anomalies that would preclude normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN16LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA115.md): Beech V35 · Seymour, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 27, 2016 · N2714T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper placement of the fuel selector handle between two tank positions, which resulted in a restricted fuel flow to the engine and the initial loss of engine power, and his improper decision to use the high-boost auxiliary fuel pump for an…
- [NTSB ERA16LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA111.md): Cessna 152 · Pembroke Pines, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 24, 2016 · N6449P · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power while on approach for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
- [NTSB ERA16LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA110.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Palatka, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 23, 2016 · N256CD · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because engine examination, an engine test run, and review of engine monitor data did not reveal any evidence of preimpact anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN16LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA105.md): Enstrom TH-180 · Menominee, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 12, 2016 · N180TH · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the torque meter mounting bolts, which resulted in a loss of engine power to the main drive belt and rotors.
- [NTSB DCA16WA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA16WA087.md): Boeing 777 · Punta Cana, Dominican Republic · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Feb 10, 2016 · VP-BHB · Minor damage
  > The Dominican Republic Comisión Investigadora de Accidentes de Aviación (CIAA) has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a BOEING 777-200 that occurred on February 10, 2016. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the CIAA…
- [NTSB ERA16LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA103.md): Piper PA 28-161 · Miami, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 2, 2016 · N8466G · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have contributed to the power loss.
- [NTSB WPR16LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA048.md): Beech 35 C33 · Henderson, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 5, 2016 · N20XY · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during final approach for reasons that could not be determined based on available information.
- [NTSB WPR16LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA049.md): Kai Engstad RV-8A · Salem, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 2, 2016 · N958RV · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, because postaccident examination of the engine and fuel system did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR16LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA047.md): Kevin Metzler Velocity STD RG · Rosamond, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 2, 2016 · N133SV · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to failure of the No. 1 connecting rod as a result of multiple fatigue cracks for reasons that could not be determined during on postaccident examination.
- [NTSB WPR16LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA045.md): Piper PA18 · Newman Lake, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 1, 2016 · N2684A · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN16LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA082.md): Beech V35B · Tahlequah, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 23, 2015 · N4523A · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power shortly after takeoff due to an inadequately tightened fuel line. Also causal was the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear once the airplane was in a position to safely land on the runway.
- [NTSB WPR16LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA039.md): Mooney M20E · Corona, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 14, 2015 · N5863Q · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during initial climb for reasons that could not be determined based on available information. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to conduct the takeoff with observed engine deficiencies.
- [NTSB ERA16LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA065.md): Dehavilland Tiger Moth DH 82A · Modena, NY · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Dec 12, 2015 · N9410 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to a stuck No. 1 cylinder exhaust valve.
- [NTSB CEN16LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA061.md): Globe GC 1B · Lake Elmo, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 11, 2015 · N78067 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the carburetor’s primary venturi, fuel nozzle, or both separating after takeoff.
- [NTSB DCA16WA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA16WA049.md): Bombardier BD100 1A10 · Le Bourget, France · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Dec 2, 2015 · OE-HRS · Minor damage
  > The BEA of France has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Bombardier BD100 1A10 that occurred on December 02, 2015. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the BEA's investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13 as the…
- [NTSB WPR16LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA033.md): Piper PA 28-140 · Wickenburg, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Nov 25, 2015 · N7PM · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to a separation of the mixture control cable clamp, which was either not installed or secured correctly during maintenance.
- [NTSB ERA16LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA046.md): Mooney M20 · Fort Meade, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 2015 · N5512Q · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB ERA16LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA045.md): Phantom Aeronautics Phantom X 1 · Monroe, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 21, 2015 · N28365 · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any preimpact anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR16LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA031.md): Cessna 210 · Coalinga, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 19, 2015 · N9824G · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined, because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN16FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16FA037.md): Cessna 182Q · Richmond, MO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 2015 · N96381 · Substantial damage
  > The airplane's impact with trees and terrain during an off-airport forced landing in dark night conditions following a partial loss of engine power. The reason for the partial loss of engine power could not be determined because postaccident examination did…
- [NTSB CEN16LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA031.md): American Autogyro Sparrowhawk · Wakeman, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 4, 2015 · N80825 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power/performance for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR16LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA020.md): Bell 206B · Dallas, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 2, 2015 · N22743 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
- [NTSB CEN16LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA025.md): Champion 7ECA · Sheridan, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 2015 · N9105L · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ERA16LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA027.md): Cessna 150M · Key Biscayne, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 26, 2015 · N171RD · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue failure of the No. 1 cylinder intake valve, which resulted in the partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA16LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA019.md): Beech 23 · Humboldt, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2015 · N2339J · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to low No. 2 cylinder compression and an inoperative right magneto.
- [NTSB ENG16IA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ENG16IA001.md): Boeing 747 · Russian airspace, Japan · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 2, 2015 · N662US · Minor damage
  > The PW4056 engine experienced an in-flight loss of power because of damage to the low-pressure turbine (LPT) because of the inadequate overhaul inspection and repair instructions that existed at the time of the LPT module's last overhaul. A vane hook in the…
- [NTSB ERA15LA373](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA373.md): Vanek Jim Sport Copter Vortex · Lake Wales, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 2015 · N179V · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to a lean fuel/air mixture as a result of a disconnected fuel primer line.
- [NTSB WPR15LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA266.md): Piper PA 28 · Elko, NV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 2015 · N56897 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to sufficiently lean the engine’s fuel-to-air mixture for the given density altitude, which resulted in reduced engine power output and the airplane’s inability to climb.
- [NTSB WPR15LA262](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA262.md): Graves Bryon S Vans RV-7A · Byron, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 2015 · N507RV · Substantial damage
  > Improper overhaul of the right magneto, which eliminated system redundancy, and resulted in a loss of engine power when the left magneto failed during aerobatic flight maneuvers.
- [NTSB ERA15LA368](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA368.md): Cessna 150M · Mount Airy, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 2015 · N714CW · Substantial damage
  > The in-flight fatigue failure of the No. 4 cylinder barrel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB WPR15LA261](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA261.md): Schweizer 269C · Forest Grove, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 18, 2015 · N290R · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN15LA439](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA439.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 II · Alice, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 2015 · N442CF · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during a practice power recovery autorotation for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
- [NTSB ANC15LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC15LA070.md): Helio H 295 · Delta Junction, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 2015 · N6464V · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB ERA15FA353](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15FA353.md): Aero Vodochody L39 · Oneida, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2015 · N139RT · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control following a partial loss of engine power during initial climb. The reason for the partial loss of engine power could not be determined due to extensive postimpact damage.
- [NTSB CEN15LA407](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA407.md): Alon A2 · Laramie, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 2015 · N6359V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in cruise flight while operating in an area conducive to serious carburetor icing, which resulted in a loss of engine power and an off-airport landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to…
- [NTSB CEN15LA404](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA404.md): Cessna TR182 · Midland, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2015 · N4707S · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
- [NTSB WPR15FA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15FA256.md): Piper PA28 · Santee, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2015 · N8441B · Substantial damage
  > The pilots' failure to maintain airplane control following a partial loss of engine power after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the partial loss of engine power due to a failure of the right magneto.
- [NTSB WPR15LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA254.md): Raudenbush Ernie Lancair Super ES · Winkelman, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2015 · N74ES · Destroyed
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no anomalies.
- [NTSB ERA15LA334](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA334.md): Beech B19 · Dexter, ME · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2015 · N2013G · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor’s inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in collision with trees and terrain during takeoff.
- [NTSB WPR15LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA251.md): Dova DV-1 · San Carlos, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2015 · N919E · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to fuel vapor lock. Contributing to the accident was the absence of a fuel return line.
- [NTSB CEN15LA389](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA389.md): Air Tractor AT 502B · Monroe, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2015 · N61267 · Substantial damage
  > Loss of propeller thrust for reasons that could not be determined, since examination of the airplane's engine, propeller, and associated accessories revealed no anomalies.

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## The whole list in SQL

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```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_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 e.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e."isDefiningEvent" AND e."tier2Number" = '342')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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