# NTSB investigations: Continental A&C65 series

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 WPR09CA425](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA425.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Madras, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2009 · N95333 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout.
- [NTSB WPR09CA424](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA424.md): Silvaire Luscombe 8A · Sandy, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2009 · N2218K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue the landing rather than execute a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed and altitude during the approach.
- [NTSB ERA09LA520](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA520.md): Luscombe 8A · Arcadia, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2009 · N40VS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's bounced takeoff roll, which resulted in a collapsed landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's overweight condition.
- [NTSB ERA09CA465](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA465.md): Aeronca 7AC · Finleyville, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 17, 2009 · N83661 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB WPR09CA405](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA405.md): Aeronca 7DC-CONV · Winnemucca, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 13, 2009 · N83024 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB ANC09CA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA078.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Anchorage, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 9, 2009 · N95723 · Minor damage
  > The pilot's failure to remain clear of the propeller after starting the float-equipped airplane's engine by hand-propping.
- [NTSB WPR09LA390](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA390.md): Luscombe 8A · Eatonville, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 2009 · N28425 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's lack of an interconnected fuel vent system.
- [NTSB CEN09CA485](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA485.md): Taylorcraft BC12-65 · Flushing, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 31, 2009 · N77FJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate descent rate and airspeed on final resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB CEN09LA467](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA467.md): Taylorcraft BF12 · Sawyer, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 2009 · N36299 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while taking off from a short, grass runway.
- [NTSB ANC09CA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA073.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Tok, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 23, 2009 · N39226 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a parked truck during takeoff from a roadway, resulting in a collision with the truck.
- [NTSB CEN09CA431](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA431.md): Piper J3C-65 · Porter, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 13, 2009 · N70455 · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing resulting in the pilot's inability to clear the wires.
- [NTSB ERA09LA397](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA397.md): Aeronca 7AC · Auburn, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2009 · N2871E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance inspection of the airplane and engine's fuel system.
- [NTSB ERA09CA390](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA390.md): Piper J3C · South Charleston, WV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 8, 2009 · N88025 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during the attempted go-around.
- [NTSB WPR09LA330](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA330.md): Taylorcraft DCO-65 · Tracy, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2009 · N51459 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09CA386](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA386.md): Champion 7AC · Westminster, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 3, 2009 · N1397E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly set the throttle for start.
- [NTSB ERA09LA357](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA357.md): Luscombe 8 · Chipley, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2009 · N41915 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of power due to the use of automotive gasoline that contained ethanol, which was prohibited by the operating limitations. Contributing to the accident was the pilot/owner's failure to obtain and comply with the applicable operating limitations.
- [NTSB ERA09LA348](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA348.md): Aeronca 7AC · Fairmont, WV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 2009 · N7544E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate use of the checklist.
- [NTSB ERA09CA336](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA336.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Somerville, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 8, 2009 · N43766 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of directional control during the landing roll due to the separation of the tailwheel centering spring for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB CEN09CA344](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA344.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Murray, IA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2009 · N43524 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering at a low altitude.
- [NTSB CEN09LA330](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA330.md): Frey FLY Baby · Keller, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2009 · N59357 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to an obstruction of the air intake, as reported by the pilot. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's insufficient preflight inspection.
- [NTSB WPR09CA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA280.md): Aeronca 7AC · El Cajon, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 9, 2009 · N3370E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with gusting crosswinds.
- [NTSB ERA09CA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA251.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Southbridge, MA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 18, 2009 · N96552 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN09CA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA249.md): Piper J3C · Montrose, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 13, 2009 · N41427 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CEN09CA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA210.md): Aeronca 7AC · Bagley, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 15, 2009 · N1831E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed aborted takeoff, which resulted in the ski-equipped airplane running aground and striking trees. Contributing to the accident was the slush layer that had formed since the previous landing.
- [NTSB ERA09LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA151.md): Aeronca 7AC · Cameron, SC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2009 · N3066E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09CA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA103.md): Aeronca 7BC · Half Moon Bay, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 29, 2009 · N2805E · Destroyed
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to perform an accurate visual fuel quantity check prior to initiating the flight.
- [NTSB ERA09LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA072.md): Leroy Lakey Corben ACE · Cherryville, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 2008 · N13LL · Substantial damage
  > A throttle control malfunction during initial climb, as reported by the pilot.
- [NTSB WPR09CA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA017.md): Piper L-4 · Buckeye, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 19, 2008 · N87117 · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Another airplanes total loss of wheel brakes while taxing which resulted in the pilot of the other aircraft colliding with a standing aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the other airplanes low brake hydraulic fluid.
- [NTSB CEN09CA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA001.md): Luscombe 8A · Greeley, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 3, 2008 · N25342 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop. Contributing to the accident was the lack of remedial action from the flight instructor.
- [NTSB NYC08CA325](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA325.md): Aeronca 7AC · Mt. Pleasant, SC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 28, 2008 · N2504E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during an emergency maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the left magneto.
- [NTSB MIA08CA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA145.md): Aeronca 7AC · Greensburg, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 19, 2008 · N3624E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident was the low altitude maneuvers.
- [NTSB LAX08LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA226.md): Jonsson Sonerai · Hood River, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2008 · N8050R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the emergency landing roll with a tailwind. Contributing was the partial separation of the left aileron that prompted the pilot to attempt the emergency landing.
- [NTSB CHI08CA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA187.md): Piper J3C-65 · Lake In The Hil, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 5, 2008 · N30451 · Substantial damage
  > The directional control not maintained/obtained by the pilot during landing.
- [NTSB ERA09CA543](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA543.md): Piper J3C-65 · Rosedale, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N42156 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilots to maintain airspeed following a reported partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB DFW08CA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA172.md): Taylorcraft DCO-65 · Somerset, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N87787 · Substantial damage
  > The right main landing gear strut failure due to metal fatigue.
- [NTSB MIA08CA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA117.md): Piper J3C-65 · Fayetteville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 10, 2008 · N35702 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during climbout. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's relinquish of control to a non-certificated pilot.
- [NTSB MIA08LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA109.md): Piper J3C-65 · Durham, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2008 · N3544N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while approaching to land.
- [NTSB NYC08CA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA194.md): Aeronca 7AC · Valkaria, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 25, 2008 · N1457E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB CHI08CA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA118.md): Luscombe 8A · Remus, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 30, 2008 · N28403 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during approach due to fuel contamination. Contributing to the accident were the unsuitable terrain and a tree.
- [NTSB NYC08CA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA153.md): Luscombe 8A · Lincoln, ME · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 6, 2008 · N2209K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-rated-passenger's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI08CA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA060.md): American Champion 7AC · Whitmore Lake, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 4, 2008 · N85393 · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during cruise and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the precautionary landing. A factor was the snow-covered ground.
- [NTSB LAX08CA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA040.md): Eldredge Aircamper SDE · Sahuarita, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N7229R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed. A contributing factor was the pilot's distraction due to the presence of an automobile, which appeared to encroach upon the runway environment.
- [NTSB NYC08LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA021.md): Luscombe 8A · Pensacola, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 26, 2007 · N2099K · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue fracture of the tail wheel spring during takeoff.
- [NTSB MIA08LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA006.md): Taylorcraft DCO-65 · Fort Myers, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2007 · N52730 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during approach for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DEN08LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA009.md): Jackson Pientenpol · Chanute, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2007 · N4400N · Substantial damage
  > Internal failure of the engine's starter-generator assembly. Contributing factors in this accident were the trees and unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing..
- [NTSB NYC07CA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA239.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Atlantic, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 25, 2007 · N39263 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.
- [NTSB ANC07CA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA107.md): Piper J3 · Tyonek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 23, 2007 · N5050R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in an encounter with soft terrain and a loss of control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CHI07CA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA314.md): Aeronca 7AC · Kent, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 16, 2007 · N1950E · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate compensation for wind conditions and the directional control not obtained/maintained by the pilot during landing. Contributing factors were the crosswind, gusts, and ditch.
- [NTSB NYC07CA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA211.md): Aeronca O-58B · Lincoln Park, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 3, 2007 · N46248 · Substantial damage
  > A bird strike, as reported by the pilot.
- [NTSB LAX07CA289](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07CA289.md): Luscombe 8A · Reedley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 31, 2007 · N1544K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing.

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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 x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('17003'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=17003&page=8

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