NTSB investigations, UT
51 cases where NTSB found Aircraft power plant.
Cases per year
| 2008 | 3 |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 5 |
Where
Latest cases
Query with SQL
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\" = 'UT' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT f.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_findings.parquet' f WHERE starts_with(f.\"findingCode\", '0105'))
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" = 'UT' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT f.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_findings.parquet' f WHERE starts_with(f."findingCode", '0105')) 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 WPR25LA027Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus Design SR20 · St. George, UTA partial loss of power for reasons that could not be determined due to postimpact fire damage.NTSB WPR24LA254Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-34-220T · Roy, UTThe flight instructor’s decision to shut down an engine on an extended leg of the airport traffic pattern, which led to a loss of performance and inability to maintain altitude.NTSB WPR24LA241Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Herriman, UTA hard landing following a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the improper idle setting of the helicopter’s engine. Contributing to the loss of engine power was the instructor’s reduction of engine power past that recommended by…NTSB WPR24LA161Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAerospatiale SA315B · Hildale, UTMaintenance personnel’s failure to properly secure the EGT thermocouples, which resulted in catastrophic overtemperature of the engine and a total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR24LA127Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportSchleicher Alexander ASH 26 E · Heber, UTReduced takeoff performance for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in a forced landing.NTSB WPR24LA064Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportDiamond Aircraft Ind DA 40 · Spanish Fork, UTMaintenance personnel’s improper installation of the left magneto, which resulted in oil starvation to the engine and a subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR24FA010Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportRobert L Thurmond RV8 · Centerville, UTThe pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while attempting to return to the departure airport, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at an altitude too low for recovery. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the No. 2…NTSB WPR23LA278Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAerospatiale AS-355E Twin Star · Farmington, UTThe premature failure of one of the No. 2 engine compressor bleed valve, which resulted in a partial loss of power to that engine.NTSB WPR23LA134Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportHarris Robert W Zenith CH 801 · Brigham City, UTThe pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing following a reported loss of engine thrust for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR22LA363Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 · Cedar City, UTA partial loss of engine power due to a damaged cylinder intake valve and subsequent collision with terrain during an autorotation.NTSB WPR22LA127Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-32R-300 · St. George, UTThe total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR22LA117Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportSix Chuter Legend · Toquerville, UTThe pilot’s improper throttle input which resulted in a loss of engine power and subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB WPR22LA080Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportWalter Tachiki Tachiki 750 Cruzer · Spanish Fork, UTA partial loss of engine power due to an obstructed catalytic converter, which most likely resulted from the pilot’s failure to properly repair or replace it after it was likely damaged during a previous incident. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s…NTSB WPR22LA046Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportVans RV10 · Hurricane, UTThe total loss of engine power due to a loose fuel line at the fuel servo outlet port.NTSB WPR21FA243Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportFeraca Edward M Searey LSX · Logan, UTThe pilot’s loss of airplane control while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in a collision with a house.NTSB WPR21LA078Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna P210N · Moab, UTThe pilot’s improper application of full throttle during takeoff, which resulted in loss of engine power due to an excessive fuel flow and overly rich fuel mixture.NTSB WPR21LA079Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-20-135 · Riverside, UTA failure of the throttle control during a landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with a fence.NTSB WPR21LA068Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Ogden, UTThe partial loss of engine power for reasons that cannot be determined due to lack of available evidence.NTSB WPR20LA258Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna T210 · Hanna, UTThe pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed after a partial loss of power for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall from which the pilot could not recover.NTSB WPR20LA239Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportVans RV7 · Henefer, UTThe total loss of engine power due to the separation of the idler gear shaft bolts as a result of improper installation, which allowed for the idler gear to become disengaged.NTSB WPR20CA158Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna P210 · Heber City, UTThe pilots failure to switch the fuel pump to the 'OFF' position during landing, resulting in a loss of engine power and subsequent collision with a fence during landing. Contributing to the accident was a modified before landing checklist which omitted the…NTSB WPR20LA145Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCzech Sport Sport Cruiser · Logan, UTA partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to vapor lock.NTSB WPR20LA116Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportTL Ultralight Sro Stingsport · Hurricane, UTA total loss of engine power due to the failure of the ignition system as a result of foreign object damage.NTSB WPR20LA012Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCzech Sport Sportcruiser · Holden, UTThe fatigue failure of the No. 2 cylinder intake valve spring retainer due to air trapped in the lubrication system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the severity of the damage was the improper deployment of the ballistic…NTSB WPR19LA195Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna T210 · Hurricane, UTMaintenance personnel's improper installation of a throttle cable to the throttle body arm, which resulted in a throttle detachment during takeoff and subsequent loss of power. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection of the throttle…NTSB WPR19LA065Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA28 · Salt Lake City, UTA partial loss of engine power due to the mechanic’s failure to properly secure the throttle lever locking nut and cotter pin.NTSB WPR19LA010Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA46 · Hurricane, UTThe mechanic’s failure to properly align the engine exhaust crossover pipe during replacement, and his supervisor’s failure to properly inspect the installation, which resulted in an in-flight fire and the loss of engine power.NTSB WPR18LA136Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182F · Boulder, UTA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined due to the available evidence.NTSB WPR18LA102Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportMacdonald Craig MAC CUB · Ogden, UTThe pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during the flight, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB WPR18LA009Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBarber Warren D Turbine Cubs P A 18 · Skull Valley, UTThe activation of the wheel brakes during landing, which resulted in a nose-over. The reason for the wheel brake activation could not be determined.NTSB WPR17LA187Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 310I · Salt Lake City, UTA loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB WPR17LA157Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Ogden, UTThe failure of the No. 4 cylinder exhaust valve head, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to oil starvation.NTSB WPR16LA129Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBurkes BR-1 · Brigham City, UTA loss of engine power as a result of a failure of the primary and backup ignition system.NTSB WPR15LA170Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDuenas Pulsar III · Hurricane, UTAn elevated oil temperature and subsequent total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB WPR14LA118Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Bountiful, UTFuel starvation due to the in-flight loosening of the fuel lines attached to the fuel flow indicator as a result of inadequate maintenance.NTSB WPR14CA020Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportL Goldner Zenith 701 · Milford, UTThe pilot's improper decision to execute a precautionary landing to unsuitable terrain.NTSB WPR13LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 175B · Wellsville, UTA loss of engine power during cruise flight due to carburetor ice.NTSB WPR12LA147Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 35-C33 · St. George, UTThe total loss of engine power due to the loose mixture control arm.NTSB WPR12FA001Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportVaughn Pulsar · West Jordan, UTThe pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed and airplane control while initiating a turn during the initial climb after takeoff in a high density altitude environment, above the airplane’s maximum allowable gross weight, and with an overly rich…NTSB WPR11LA362Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172S · Syracuse, UTThe failure of the maintenance technicians who installed the engine to properly tighten the fuel injection servo to a spider supply line, which caused a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB WPR11LA315Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35B · Oljato, UTThe pilot’s failure to follow the airplane manufacturer’s mixture setting guidance while landing in high density altitude conditions.NTSB WPR11CA189Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Salt Lake City, UTThe student pilot's inadvertent action of pulling out the engine's mixture control lever to idle cutoff that resulted in a complete loss of engine power.NTSB WPR11FA147Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportNeefjes Lancair 360 MK-II · Milford, UTThe pilot's loss of control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation after inadvertently entering instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation, his en route decision-making, and his…NTSB WPR10LA310Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRice KR-2 · Richfield, UTA loss of engine power during initial climb due to a carburetor malfunction.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 WPR10LA232Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Mendon, UTA loss of engine power due to a failure of the magnetos as a result of inadequate maintenance.NTSB WPR09LA382Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-2 · Salt Lake City, UTA total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the failure of the crankshaft gear.NTSB WPR09CA303Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A188B · Ogden, UTA partial loss of engine power due to the number one cylinder air induction tube becoming disconnected for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR09CA006Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 210-5(205) · Payson, UTThe total loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were a dark night and a cherry orchard at the location where the pilot executed the forced landing.NTSB LAX08LA240Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Bountiful, UTA partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.