NTSB investigations
1,858 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.\"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."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 WPR10CA337Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150M · Neola, UTA partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a power line.NTSB CEN10CA376Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportWells Terry Hula Girl · Wellington, COA partial loss of engine power due to the inadequate design of the engine cowling.NTSB WPR10LA310Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRice KR-2 · Richfield, UTA loss of engine power during initial climb due to a carburetor malfunction.NTSB WPR10LA298Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Hillsboro, ORA partial loss of engine power while on approach for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10CA327Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRose-Rhinehart A4-C · Longmont, COA loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to open the fuel valve, resulting a loss of engine power after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's overall lack of experience in the airplane make/model.NTSB CEN10LA353Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-602 · Penrose, ARThe loss of partial engine power due to a fatigue crack in the engine's fuel control bellows.NTSB ERA10LA306Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Lucedale, MSThe partial separation of the No. 3 cylinder due to improper torquing of the cylinder hold-down bolts by maintenance personnel during installation of the cylinder.NTSB ERA10LA301Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHood John Sidney Tango · New Port Richey, FLThe improper inspection of the airplane ignition system during the last condition inspection by a mechanic, resulting in an ignition cable disconnecting and a partial loss of engine power.NTSB ERA10LA298Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150M · Pahokee, FLA partial loss of power during takeoff for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10CA305Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 337 · Custer, SDA partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel mismanagement.NTSB WPR10LA302Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Richfield, UTThe pilot’s decision to operate the unairworthy airplane with suspected performance deficiencies in a high density altitude and the subsequent partial loss of engine power due to low compression.NTSB CEN10LA340Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing A75L300 · Salina, KSA partial loss of engine power after takeoff due to thermal damage to three cylinders for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB CEN10LA295Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPitts Aerobatics S-2B · Amarillo, TXThe fracture of the fuel pump housing for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10LA279Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportThunderbird TOP DOG UL · Luling, TXPoor engine performance due to the modified engine parameters and installation of the fuel nozzles which produced a lean fuel condition resulting in decreased aircraft performance and subsequent impact with the trees.NTSB CEN10LA272Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNorth American T-28A · Oklahoma City, OKThe failure of the master rod bearing, which resulted in a loss of engine power.NTSB WPR10LA260Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSocata TBM · Lost Hills, CAA 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. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to obtain the proper…NTSB WPR10LA252Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe Silvaire S-LSA-8C · Bakersfield, CAThe pilot's continued operation of the airplane with known mechanical deficiencies, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB ERA10LA275Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Plattekill, NYThe pilot's failure to place the fuel selector valve in the appropriate position for takeoff resulting in a partial loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's attempted takeoff at a higher than allowed gross weight.NTSB CEN10LA259Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA32R · Alpine, TXimproper installation of the flexible hose and two clamps that connect the intercooler to the turbocharger.NTSB CEN10CA252Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper J3C-65 · Sandwich, ILThe pilot's delay in using carburetor heat resulting in a partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB CEN10LA245Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGross Cozy · Pine Bluff, ARThe inadvertent opening of the cockpit canopy during cruise flight for undetermined reasons, which allowed debris to impact and damage the pusher propeller with a resulting total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR10LA212Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Buckeye, AZA partial loss of engine power during the takeoff roll for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR10LA209Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · El Cajon, CAThe pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.NTSB ERA10LA222Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 95-A55 · Arecibo, PRA loss of engine power in one engine due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management, resulting in a forced landing in a field.NTSB ERA10TA215Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 404 · Ponce, PRA loss of power to the right engine for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10CA220Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150G · Cooperstown, NYA partial loss of engine power during a simulated engine-out demonstration due to carburetor icing.NTSB CEN10LA188Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 95 · Eden Prairie, MNThe fatigue failure of an intake valve spring on the right engine, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power on takeoff.NTSB WPR10CA181Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMorrison Joseph Q2 · Frazier Park, CAA partial loss of engine power likely due to the failure of the oil pump.NTSB ERA10LA187Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Moore, SCThe certificated mechanic's improper installation of a helicoil, which resulted in the separation of a sparkplug and the helicoil and led to a partial loss of engine power.NTSB WPR10LA174Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA30 · Hollister, CAA partial loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons.NTSB ANC10FA029Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 206 · Homer, AKThe fatigue failure of the No. 4 engine cylinder head resulting in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt a low altitude turn back to the airport, resulting in a loss of control.NTSB WPR10LA169Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportUltramagic S-160 · Rancho Santa Fe, CAA reduction of burner/heat production due to low fuel. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's continued flight with a low fuel status.NTSB WPR10LA168Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150F · Tillamook, ORThe partial loss of engine power during climb to cruise due to carburetor icing and the pilot's delay in using carburetor heat.NTSB CEN10CA160Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportUltralight America Spitfire II Modelctv · Cameron, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain control while maneuvering during a forced landing after a partial loss of engine power.NTSB CEN10WA150Accident · 3 fatalForeign investigationCessna 421 · Tegucigalpa, HondurasThis investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Honduran government.NTSB ERA10FA161Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T303 · Louisa, VAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and secure the right engine during a loss of engine power after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power on the right engine for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR10LA125Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer G164B · Byron, CAA loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat.NTSB WPR10LA139Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Colfax, WAA partial loss of engine power due to carburetor ice as a result of the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat.NTSB ERA10FA138Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech 65 · Lawrenceville, GAThe failure of both engines for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR10LA126Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportArrow Falcon Exporters OH-58A · Escalon, CAA loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the fatigue failure of the pneumatic fuel-to-governor control line. Also causal was the inadequate installation of the pneumatic line by maintenance personnel, and the pilot’s decision to continue flight with…NTSB WPR10LA123Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Pahrump, NVFuel starvation as a result of the improper installation of the carburetor float valve by unknown personnel.NTSB WPR10LA122Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Pullman, WAA partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to a bird's nest being sucked into the induction air ducting.NTSB ERA10LA104Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150G · Doylestown, PAA partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB WPR10RA093Accident · 6 fatalClass 5 · ForeignCessna 185 · Baindoang, PNG, Papua New GuineaOn December 30, 2009, about 0618 UTC (coordinated universal time), a Papua New Guinea (PNG) registered Cessna 185E, P2-MJL, made a forced emergency landing on mountainous terrain following a loss of oil pressure, about 1 nautical mile southwest of a remote…NTSB ERA10LA101Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · St. Petersburg, FLA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR10LA087Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172F · Corona, CAA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10LA064Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKrusmark David Homer Searey · St. Paul, MNThe pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff during the takeoff roll when he became aware of the engine not producing full power.NTSB ERA10LA077Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170B · Durham, NCThe total loss of engine power in flight and a fire in the engine compartment for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10LA070Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA28-151 · Port Charlotte, FLA partial loss of engine power due to the separation of the spark plug hole helicoil from the bottom position of the No. 3 cylinder for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10CA072Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportAirframes Unlimited Coyote · Indian Trail, NCA loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.