# 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 WPR11FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA029.md): Cessna 340A · Morton, WA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 25, 2010 · N68718 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to arrest the excessive rate of turn into the failed engine, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was a partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined…
- [NTSB WPR11LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA025.md): Piper PA-28-236 · Dorrington, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2010 · N228KK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat while cruising in carburetor icing conditions, which resulted in a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN11IA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11IA106.md): Piper PA-46-500TP · Olathe, KS · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 21, 2010 · N767TP · No damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN11FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA029.md): American Champion 8KCAB · Sebewaing, MI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2010 · N105AC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and aircraft control following a loss of engine power after takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN11CA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA071.md): Grumman G-164 · Michigan, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 11, 2010 · N554Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff roll following a noticeable loss of engine power due to low engine compression and a magneto failure.
- [NTSB CEN11CA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA017.md): Luscombe 8D · Clarrisa, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 11, 2010 · N72060 · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA11LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA014.md): Engineering & Research Ercoupe 415-D · Lawrenceville, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 2010 · N89331 · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate maintenance performed on the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the corrosion within the carburetor.
- [NTSB CEN11FA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA007.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Naperville, IL · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2010 · N3402Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff when he realized the airplane was not attaining sufficient takeoff and climb performance. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s partial loss of engine power due to an obstruction of the fuel servo air inlet…
- [NTSB ERA11WA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11WA008.md): Cessna 402 · Nassau, Bahamas · Accident · 9 fatal · Foreign investigation · Oct 5, 2010 · C6NLH · Substantial damage
  > On October 5, 2010, about 1236 Atlantic standard time, a Cessna 402C, Bahamian registration C6-NLH, registered to and operated by Lebocruise Air Limited, crashed into Lake Killarney shortly after takeoff from the Lynden Pindling International Airport (MYNN),…
- [NTSB CEN11CA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA006.md): Rockwell International S-2R · Texarkana, AR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 5, 2010 · N8432V · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to cracked engine cylinder.
- [NTSB WPR11FA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA002.md): Cessna 310 · Avalon, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 2010 · N310XX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper setting of the left engine fuel selector valve, which resulted in fuel starvation of the left engine immediately after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to try to depart ahead of developing weather, which…
- [NTSB CEN11CA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA003.md): Cessna 310J · St. Johns, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 1, 2010 · N3051L · Substantial damage
  > The failure by the pilot to attain/maintain a climb rate for undetermined reasons during a go-around.
- [NTSB WPR10FA473](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA473.md): Hawker Beechcraft F33 · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 2010 · N1600W · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR10LA465](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA465.md): Mooney M20C · Visalia, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 2010 · N6090Q · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during takeoff, which resulted from the failure of the spark plug retention mechanism.
- [NTSB ANC10CA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA097.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 21, 2010 · N24P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's rapid application of throttle and carburetor heat causing the engine to hesitate and lose power during takeoff following an aborted landing.
- [NTSB CEN10CA549](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA549.md): Cessna 182D · Houston, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 20, 2010 · N9071X · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during the initial climb due to decreased engine oil quantity and pressure as a result of the engine's oil cap not being adequately secured.
- [NTSB ERA10LA487](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA487.md): Navion Navion G · Dublin, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 2010 · N2448T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly secure the oil drain plug after changing the engine oil, which resulted in oil starvation and an engine failure during cruise flight.
- [NTSB WPR10LA483](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA483.md): Boam Rans S-6S · Roberts, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 18, 2010 · N4427M · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the detachment of the left carburetor from the engine inlet manifold. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to address a known engine vibration.
- [NTSB CEN10CA582](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA582.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Atkins, AR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2010 · N2309F · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during low-altitude flight for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR10LA456](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA456.md): Savage Savage-Cozy · Aurora, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2010 · N9699 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane following a loss of engine power in the traffic pattern; the cause of the loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not…
- [NTSB ANC10CA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA092.md): Piper J5A · Chickaloon, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2010 · N35589 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive use of brakes during a rejected takeoff, resulting in a nose over.
- [NTSB ERA10LA475](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA475.md): Cessna 150 · Fayetteville, WV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2010 · N7922E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the failure of the left magneto system’s distributor gear as a result of the improper maintenance of the magnetos by maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB ERA10LA474](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA474.md): Ayres S2R-G10 · Doerun, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2010 · N2312Y · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to select an adequate forced landing site and his excess speed during the landing.
- [NTSB CEN10WA534](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10WA534.md): Cessna 208 · Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe · Accident · Minor injuries · Foreign investigation · Sep 5, 2010 · F-OIXZ · Substantial damage
  > On September 5, 2010, at 1919 coordinated universal time, a Cessna 208B, French registered F-OIXZ, operated by Tropic Airlines, was substantially damaged during a forced landing near Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at…
- [NTSB CEN10CA525](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA525.md): Weber Acro Sport II · Plum City, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2010 · N819WW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper fuel planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB WPR10FA448](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA448.md): Beech 65 · Redwood City, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2010 · N832B · Substantial damage
  > A loss of power in the right engine for undetermined reasons and the pilot’s subsequent failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a loss of control. Contributing to the loss of control was the regulatory certification basis of the airplane that…
- [NTSB ERA10LA463](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA463.md): Quicksilver MX-2 · Lake City, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2010 · N7108Z · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10LA453](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA453.md): Cessna 120 · Rockland, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2010 · N2493N · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN10LA503](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA503.md): Air Tractor AT-401 · Castroville, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2010 · N4530L · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the failure of the torque sensor bearing.
- [NTSB WPR10LA420](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA420.md): Robinson R44 · San Diego, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 2010 · N7186Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to utilize carburetor heat during initial climb, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ERA10LA438](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA438.md): Piper PA-30 · Douglas, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 2010 · N8734Y · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during takeoff due to fuel contamination. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and inadequate maintenance of the fuel system.
- [NTSB WPR10LA424](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA424.md): Grumman American Avn. AA-5A · Lakeview, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 2010 · N26118 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during the initial climb due to a stuck exhaust valve.
- [NTSB ERA10LA437](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA437.md): Piper J3C-65 · Williamstown, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 2010 · N209RC · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to weak spark plugs on the No. 1 cylinder.
- [NTSB ERA10LA434](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA434.md): Cessna 152 · Hollywood, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 2010 · N93588 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN10LA496](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA496.md): Cessna 182T · Mosby, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 18, 2010 · N1142U · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during an en route climb.
- [NTSB ERA10LA424](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA424.md): W.H. Hunnicutt Hobo · Fletcher, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 2010 · N884WH · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to select an adequate forced landing site.
- [NTSB ERA10LA405](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA405.md): Glines Sportsman GS-2 · Morrisville, VT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 2010 · N546SG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare during a forced landing. Contributing to the accident was a loss of fuel pressure for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10LA396](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA396.md): Cessna 177B · Mashpee, MA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 2010 · N925KM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat while flying at reduced power settings in conditions that were favorable for carburetor icing resulting in the partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN10CA461](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA461.md): Wing Kitfox II · Park Rapids, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 2, 2010 · N389HW · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to adequately flare during the water landing.
- [NTSB WPR10LA376](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA376.md): Cessna 177 · Rawlins, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 2010 · N35296 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, failure to properly use the takeoff checklist, and failure to lean the fuel mixture, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to attain sufficient airspeed due to the rich fuel mixture.
- [NTSB WPR10FA369](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA369.md): Beech 95 55 · Oceanside, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 2010 · N33CJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane following a loss of power in the right engine. The reason for the loss of power in the right engine could not be determined.
- [NTSB CEN10LA440](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA440.md): Beech F35 · Enid, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 2010 · N3858B · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN10LA432](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA432.md): Beech A24R · Muskegon, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 2010 · N24584 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10LA373](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA373.md): Nadig Paul K Nadig · Franklin, PA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2010 · N579PN · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to the owner’s inadequate fuel system maintenance, which resulted in a collision with trees and subsequent impact with the ground.
- [NTSB CEN10LA429](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA429.md): Warth Dennis J Classic Sport S-18 · Tea, SD · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2010 · N216TB · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's loss of airplane control, which led to an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB CEN10CA426](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA426.md): Grumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Alexandria, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 22, 2010 · N6772Q · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC10LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10LA061.md): Piper PA-14 · King Salmon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2010 · N5126H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use continuous carburetor heat while operating in carburetor icing conditions, resulting in carburetor ice and subsequent partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN10LA403](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA403.md): Grumman American Avn. AA-5 · Hutto, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 2010 · N5453U · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to visually verify his fuel quantity prior to the flight.
- [NTSB CEN10LA399](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA399.md): Beech V35A · Truth or Consequences, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2010 · N9447S · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR10CA334](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA334.md): Luscombe 8E · Tillamook, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 4, 2010 · N2466K · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor’s selection of an inappropriate landing surface and the loss of engine power as a result of the improper use carburetor heat. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.

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

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