NTSB investigations, TX
168 cases where the sequence of events included Loss of engine power (partial).
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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.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'TX' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND 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"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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'TX' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' AND 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
Run 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 CEN19LA326Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportVans Vans RV-10 · Lancaster, TXA partial loss of engine power due to a faulty magneto/ignition system, which resulting in a forced landing.NTSB CEN19FA325Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna A185 · Conroe, TXA partial loss of engine power due to fuel contamination with water, and the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during an attempted return to the airport shortly after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB CEN19LA299Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA28 · Conroe, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB CEN19LA275Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 150 · Rio Grande City, TXThe loss of engine power following an increase in oil temperature for undetermined reasons during cruise flight, which resulted in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.NTSB CEN19LA167Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportErcoupe 415 · Hawkins, TXA partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN19LA158Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing B75N1 · Fredericksburg, TXThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN19LA129Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA 23 · Sulphur Spring, TXThe pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to detect the water contamination in the left fuel, which resulted in a partial loss of power in the left engine. Contributing to the accident was the total loss of power in the right engine…NTSB CEN19FA099Accident · 1 fatalClass 2 · FieldFinal reportCessna 172 · Lakeway, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, and the flight instructor's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack while maneuvering for a forced landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of…NTSB CEN19LA076Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA32RT · Pflugerville, TXThe pilot's fuel mismanagement and his improper use and placement of the fuel selector, contrary to operating procedures, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB CEN19LA002Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Midland, TXThe loss of engine power due to excessive fuel flow.NTSB CEN18LA382Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 206 · Sugar Land, TXFatigue failure of the No. 1 cylinder intake valve, which resulted in the loss of engine power.NTSB CEN18LA385Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportZenair Zenith CH 750 · Temple, TXThe accumulation of carburetor ice before takeoff, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power on initial climb and a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.NTSB CEN18LA251Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 · Georgetown, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information, which resulted in an impact with terrain during the subsequent forced landing.NTSB CEN18LA152Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman G 164A · Garwood, TXA 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 CEN18LA138Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 24 · New Braunfels, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN18LA118Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBereznak Lancair Legacy · Temple, TXThe failure of the fuel selector valve in a nearly closed position, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB CEN18FA116Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA 31P · Laredo, TXAn engine malfunction for undetermined reasons and the subsequent loss of control, due to the pilot's improper decision to maneuver the airplane below minimum controllable airspeed and his improper response to the loss of engine power.NTSB CEN18LA177Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150M · Sinton, TXThe inadequate service and repair of the airplane's carburetor, which led to a partial loss of engine power during takeoff and resulted in a forced landing.NTSB CEN17LA366Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEmerson Kitfox · Waller, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN17LA330Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT 401 · Pearsall, TXThe fatigue crack of an engine cylinder, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power.NTSB CEN17LA317Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA22 · Beckville, TXA stuck exhaust valve, which resulted in the failure of the valve and a loss of engine power. Contributing to the valve failure and loss of engine power was the extended time since the last overhaul.NTSB CEN17FA266Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA31T · Tyler, TXThe loss of engine power and the subsequent pilot's loss of control for reasons that could not be determined because post-accident engine examination revealed no anomalies.NTSB CEN17LA255Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · El Paso, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal engine operation.NTSB CEN17LA226Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 32R-301T · Dalhart, TXThe failure of the engine's front bearing seal due to maintenance personnel’s installation of an improperly sized crankshaft seal, which resulted in oil starvation and a forced landing.NTSB CEN17LA190Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT 502 · Tahoka, TXThe partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN17FA139Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Stonewall, TXThe pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point following a loss of engine power and his inability to stop the airplane on the short, soft runway. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance of the airplane by the owner and the mechanic…NTSB CEN17LA093Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper J3C · Brenham, TXThe reciprocating engine's exhaust valve being stuck in the “open” position, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during initial climb.NTSB CEN17LA079Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportQuicksilver GT-400 R503 · New Braunfels, TXThe partial loss of engine power due to a loose spark plug. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper preflight inspection of the airplane.NTSB CEN17LA039Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Pleasanton, TXMaintenance personnel's improper installation of the throttle linkage attachment hardware, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power when the hardware separated in flight.NTSB CEN17LA099Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 Beta · Asherton, TXThe partial loss of engine power due to the failure of the magneto's internal timing during low-altitude maneuvering.NTSB CEN17LA018Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 18-150 · Jasper, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, because an examination of the airplane did not identify a specific reason for the loss of engine power.NTSB CEN17LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMilholland Kelly D · Livingston, TXA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN17LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFokker DR-1 · Fulshear, TXA partial loss of engine power due to the improper assembly of the mechanical fuel pump.NTSB CEN16LA394Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 22-108 · Pearland, TXA partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information following a thorough postaccident examination.NTSB CEN16LA270Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182J · Weatherford, TXAn electrical system malfunction for reasons that could not be determined, and the subsequent loss of engine power due to the loss of the electrical boost pumps. Also causal was the pilot's improper emergency action following the loss of engine power due to…NTSB CEN16LA227Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 28R-200 · Bowie, TXThe inadequate maintenance and inspection of the throttle control arm, which resulted in its in-flight separation and the subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB CEN16LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBobby Martin Autogyro MTO Sport · Wallisville, TXFracture of the pusher propeller blade due to impact damage from an unknown object while in flight, which resulted in a severe vibration and a loss of thrust.NTSB CEN15LA439Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Alice, TXA loss of engine power during a practice power recovery autorotation for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN15LA404Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TR182 · Midland, TXThe partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB CEN15LA298Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Houston, TXMaintenance personnel's improper installation of the propeller governor, which resulted in damage to the governor drive gear and its subsequent failure and a subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB CEN15LA286Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDon W Guice Zodiac 601XL · Seagoville, TXThe engine overheating, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power, due to the pilot's operation of the engine with a higher-than-specified oil quantity level.NTSB CEN15LA247Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRaytheon G36 · Horseshoe Bay, TXThe pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff after the partial loss of engine power before liftoff, and the partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN15LA243Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TR182 · Tulia, TXThe partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB CEN15IA230Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Pilot Point, TXThe loss of engine power due to the separation of the distributor gear arm on the left magneto.NTSB CEN15LA206Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 32R-301T · Stephenville, TXThe partial loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons, which necessitated a forced landing, during which the airplane impacted trees and a power line.NTSB CEN15LA169Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHoke Bobby F Rans S 12 · Rusk, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain control while maneuvering for a forced landing, which resulted in the airplane…NTSB CEN15LA063Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSiegel Gerald Long EZ · McGregor, TXA loss of engine power during takeoff due to excessive debris in the fuel system.NTSB CEN15LA038Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStol UC 1 · Jacksonville, TXThe loss of right engine power while climbing due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident airplane examination and testing, which led to a forced landing on hilly terrain.NTSB CEN14FA494Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSmith Aerostar 601P · Austin, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain sufficient clearance from trees during the single-engine landing approach. Contributing to the accident was the loss of power in the left engine due to an improperly installed rubber boot that became dislodged and was then…NTSB CEN14LA385Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEvektor-Aerotechnik Sportstar · Wichita Falls, TXA partial loss of engine power, which resulted in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain. The reason for the loss of engine power could not be determined during postaccident examination.