# NTSB investigations: Bombardier ROTAX (ALL): Loss of engine power(total) - mech failure/malf

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.

## Latest cases

- [NTSB DFW07CA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA098.md): Flagg Kitfox IV · Centerville, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 28, 2007 · N674F · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the failure of the air induction ducting. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC06LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06LA024.md): Lo-N-Slo Airsports Maxair Drifter XP-50 · Cobbs Creek, VA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 31, 2005 · N41094 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the ignition system, which resulted in a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB LAX04LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA228.md): Wilson Avid Bandit · Paso Robles, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 28, 2004 · N55368 · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power during takeoff climb due to a cold seizure of the rear cylinder.
- [NTSB LAX04LA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA132.md): Gillespie Sport Copter Vortex · Yuba City, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 21, 2004 · N96XV · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to the incorrect installation of the fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation, and the pilot's failure to maintain rotor RPM, which resulted in an inflight loss of control. A factor to the accident was the pilot's lack of…
- [NTSB ATL04LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA066.md): Current Kitfox 313 · Selma, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 13, 2004 · N313MC · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate installation, and his failure to secure the main fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation.
- [NTSB CHI03LA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA201.md): McIlraith Sea Rey · Tomah, WI · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2003 · N216ST · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in a stall/spin during the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI03LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA052.md): Havir Avid Flyer · Cambridge, NE · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 13, 2003 · N248H · Destroyed
  > The inadvertent stall by the pilot following a total loss of engine power and the seizure of the engine. A factor to the accident was the engine overhaul not performed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
- [NTSB NYC02LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA139.md): Micket Avid Aerobat · Chesapeake, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 2002 · N11BV · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to a seized cylinder, and the pilot's improper decision to conduct the flight with a known deficiency to the engine.
- [NTSB MIA02LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA022.md): Robert N. Gilmore Rans S-10 · Oneonta, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 2001 · N96AU · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed following loss of engine power resulting in the airplane stalling and entering a spin from which it crashed. Factors in the accident was improper repair of the front cylinder intake manifold seal by the pilot…
- [NTSB NYC01LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA220.md): Andre Mini Max 1500R · Chesapeake, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2001 · N962JA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow the engine manufacturer's descent procedure, which resulted in a lean mixture condition and subsequent engine seizure.
- [NTSB ANC01LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC01LA118.md): Thomson Avid Flyer · Chugiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 2001 · N47065 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during initial climb due to a broken spark plug.
- [NTSB DEN00LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00LA122.md): Rowley P-40F · Peyton, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2000 · N42915 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate decision to turn back (low altitude) towards the runway for a forced landing. A contributing factor was the total loss of engine power due to a reduction gear failure.
- [NTSB DEN00LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00LA096.md): Eiriavion PIK 20E · Hurricane, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 2000 · N35LP · Substantial damage
  > The complete loss of power due to the separation of the magneto ground lead and the rough and unsuitable terrain during the forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC99LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99LA112.md): Abrams Titan Tornado · Monroe, CT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 1999 · N194PA · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the magneto (mag) cylinder bearing resulting in a total loss of power and subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI99LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA143.md): Narzinski Avid Flyer Mark IV · West Alton, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 1, 1999 · N313N · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the connecting rod bearing, and the rough/uneven terrain condition.
- [NTSB LAX99LA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA054.md): Williams Hurrican HP · Corona, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 21, 1998 · N323DW · Substantial damage
  > The seizure of the engine due to a cylinder/piston overheat condition for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB FTW98LA408](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA408.md): Palermo Challenger II · Erwinville, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 20, 1998 · N266RP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to compensate for the prevailing crosswind. Factors were the crosswind and the loss of engine power due to the separation of the fuel pick-up line.
- [NTSB ANC97LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA084.md): Anderson Kitfox IV-1200 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 1997 · N85TA · Substantial damage
  > a seized crankshaft connecting rod bearing. A factor relating to the acciden was: the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.
- [NTSB ANC97LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA036.md): Williams Kitfox · Wasilla, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 1997 · N9KF · Substantial damage
  > a broken electrical wire, which resulted in an inoperative electrical fuel pump, an overly lean mixture, fuel starvation, and loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CHI96LA286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA286.md): Schuler T Bird II · Fond Du Lac, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1996 · N31774 · Substantial damage
  > loss of engine power because of improperly insulated ignition wiring. Factors relating to the accident were improper maintenance; and high obstructions in the emergency landing area, which the pilot had to avoid, resulting in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB CHI96LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA007.md): Roisum Team MINI-MAX · Neenah, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 1995 · N42BX · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation due to fuel filter blockage. Factors associated with the accident were the manufacturers design of the fuel filter and the builder/pilots decision to use an automotive type fuel filter.
- [NTSB LAX96LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA007.md): Schlitter Rans S-9 · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 1995 · N5052E · Substantial damage
  > seizure of the #2 cylinder for undetermined reasons. The lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX95LA345](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA345.md): Pro-built Kitfox IV Speedster · Lakeport, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 30, 1995 · N42RA · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper installation of the carburetors.
- [NTSB CHI95FA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95FA242.md): Revolution Helicopter MINI-500 · Oshkosh, WI · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1995 · N500ZZ · Substantial damage
  > the inadequate design of the helicopter skid shoes. Factors related to the accident were: false indications of rotor rpm and EGT which led to seizure of the piston.
- [NTSB FTW95LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA257.md): Rocky Mountain Buccaneer 11 B2B · Longmont, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1995 · N4093F · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain flying speed, resulting in an inadvertent stall while attempting to make a forced landing. Factors were the pilot's lack of total experience in airplane make/model, improper maintenance of the airplane, and operation of the…
- [NTSB LAX95LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA178.md): Godkey Kitfox IV · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 3, 1995 · N4357Q · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the ignition system due to a deffective diode.
- [NTSB CHI94LA302](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA302.md): Frith Challenger II · Fairfield, IA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 1994 · N7051P · Substantial damage
  > the total failure and separation of the propeller system drive belt. Obstacles (powerlines and pole) were a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB ANC94LA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC94LA095.md): Starman Teirra II · North Pole, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1994 · N43111 · Substantial damage
  > The seizure of the no. 2 cylinder as a result of an inadequate cooling system for the high ambient temperature.
- [NTSB FTW93LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA136.md): Tuttle Star Lite · Conroe, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 1993 · N319JR · Destroyed
  > A power loss for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing
- [NTSB CHI93DET01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93DET01.md): Carlson Sparrow II · Lafontaine, IN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Dec 21, 1992 · N6648Y · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation due to a blocked fuel line which was caused by improper gasket sealing compound.
- [NTSB SEA92LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA198.md): Slade H. Holmes SOL Kitfox II · Baker, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 1992 · N7057Y · Substantial damage
  > The engine seized and the airplane encountered unsuitable terrain during the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI92DEM03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92DEM03.md): Johansen Kitfox · Gowen, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 7, 1992 · N820FL · Substantial damage
  > A total failure of the ignition system spark plugs and unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot.
- [NTSB CHI92DCG04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92DCG04.md): Dennis L. Fetters Mini 500 · Missouri City, MO · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 25, 1992 · N500ZZ · Substantial damage
  > An improper connecting rod assembly resulting in mechanical binding between the rod and the engine crankshaft.
- [NTSB NYC92DGM02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC92DGM02.md): Peres 5151 · Erie, PA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 19, 1992 · N5151M · Substantial damage
  > Seizure of the #2 piston which resulted in the lost of engine power and subsequent collision with trees during a forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL92LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA064.md): Kolb Mark III · Titus, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 16, 1992 · N101AB · Substantial damage
  > The manufacturer's failure to install the main fuel line properly which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CHI91DEX04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DEX04.md): Wilbur D. Batman Challenger II · Lebanon, IN · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 4, 1991 · N503DB · Substantial damage
  > Failure to maintain stall airspeed while executing a forced landing. A factor related to the accident is failure of the engine starter clutch.
- [NTSB NYC91DGT02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91DGT02.md): Kolb Twinstar · Williamsport, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · May 5, 1991 · N94MW · Substantial damage
  > An engine seizure as the result of overheating.
- [NTSB CHI90DEP01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90DEP01.md): Wychen Challenger II · Warrens, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Oct 22, 1989 · N91269 · Substantial damage
  > A broken cranskshaft which resulted in the loss of power. A factor related to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX89DUQ03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89DUQ03.md): Martin Sorrell Hiperlight · Liano, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 2, 1989 · N85HL · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure due to a seized piston.
- [NTSB NYC88DFJ01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88DFJ01.md): Hurd/Drifter XP503 · Baldwinsville, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · May 6, 1988 · N29CH · Substantial damage
  > The plt rprtd that during a preflt, he noted the fuel tank was about 1/4 full. He rprtd that as he was taking off, the acft was climbing thru about 200 ft AGL, when the eng lost power. From that position, he was unable to rtrn to the arpt or glide to an open…

## 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 x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('09050')
    AND EXISTS (SELECT 1 FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o.case_mkey = x.case_mkey AND o.aircrafts_position = x.position AND o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 351))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=09050&occurrence=351

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