# NTSB investigations: Continental A&C65 series, GA

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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## Latest cases

- [NTSB ERA24LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA183.md): Aeronca 11AC · Conyers, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Mar 31, 2024 · N3420E · Substantial damage
  > An encounter with shifting wind conditions, which resulted in the airplane using more runway than anticipated, an aborted takeoff, and subsequent runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure account for the potential of variable and…
- [NTSB ERA18FA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA18FA149.md): Taylorcraft BC12 · Commerce, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 21, 2018 · N94909 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to effectively mitigate an accumulation of carburetor ice, which resulted in an undetected partial loss of engine power and an aerodynamic stall during takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA17LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA17LA020.md): Taylorcraft BC12 D · Vaughn, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 2016 · N94919 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane and engine did not reveal any evidence of preimpact malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB ERA14CA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14CA239.md): Taylorcraft BC 65 · Summerville, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 13, 2014 · N29611 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an inadequate altitude during low level maneuvering, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees.
- [NTSB ERA13CA435](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13CA435.md): Aeronca 65 CA · Thomaston, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 30, 2013 · N33879 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning and in-flight monitoring of the fuel level which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB ERA12CA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA235.md): Piper J3C-65 · Douglas, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 17, 2012 · N3225N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in the tailwheel-equipped airplane.
- [NTSB ERA12FA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA017.md): Luscombe 8A · Dixie, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 2011 · N41907 · Substantial damage
  > Maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the No. 2 cylinder’s connecting rod, which resulted in the disconnection of the rod and a subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA10CA339](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA339.md): Piper J3C-65 · Thomaston, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2010 · N41242 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB ERA10LA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA314.md): Aeronca 7AC · Sandersville, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 2010 · N84362 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10LA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA164.md): Luscombe 8A · Savannah, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 5, 2010 · N45976 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and inadvertent stall after takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA10LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA121.md): Luscombe 8A · Madison, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 19, 2010 · N2750K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a tailwind.
- [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 MIA07LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07LA129.md): Piper J3C-65 · Andersonville, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 2007 · N5721N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to make a 180-degree turn at low altitude to return to the departure runway following a loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb. A factor in the accident was contamination in the carburetor.
- [NTSB MIA07CA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA097.md): Piper J3-C-65 · Byron, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 15, 2007 · N33116 · Substantial damage
  > The pilots failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL03LA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA013.md): Aeronca 7AC · Warner Robins, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 31, 2002 · N83651 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow engine start procedures for a overprimed engine, and his improper use of the throttle control during an attempted start.
- [NTSB ATL01FA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL01FA082.md): Luscombe 8A · Resaca, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 2001 · N71917 · Substantial damage
  > The certificated flight instructor's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a turning maneuver, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent collision with terrain. A factor was the loading of the airplane over maximum gross weight.
- [NTSB MIA01LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA01LA002.md): Harwell/Gardner WAG-AERO Cubby · Stockbridge, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2000 · N909GH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a visual lookout during a forced landing resulting in an on-ground collision with a berm on landing roll out. Contributing to the accident was a reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ATL98LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL98LA126.md): Aeronca 65-TAC (L-3) · Dalton, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 1998 · N39309 · Substantial damage
  > The pilots failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. A factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the same make and model airplane.
- [NTSB ATL98LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL98LA110.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Thomasville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1998 · N96175 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's poor in-flight decision to attempt a forced landing in a field 2 miles from an airport, leading to an on-ground collision with rough terrain. A factor was the pilot's physiological need.
- [NTSB ATL93LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA125.md): Piper J3 · Athens, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1993 · N70894 · Substantial damage
  > The dual student's improper application of wheel brakes prior to lowering the tail wheel and inadequate supervision by the CFI.
- [NTSB ATL91LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA167.md): Taylorcraft DCO-65 · Calhoun, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1991 · N43LT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the go-around attempt. Factor(s) in this accident were: the excessive airspeed at touchdown, and the pilot's lack of experience in this model of airplane.
- [NTSB MIA91FA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91FA209.md): Aeronca 7AC · Dawson, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 1991 · N84216 · Destroyed
  > The pilot in command's failure to maintain altitude while maneuvering.
- [NTSB ATL91LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA159.md): Aeronca 7AC · Newton, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 1991 · N84692 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain an adequate visual lookout for obstacles.
- [NTSB ATL91LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA092.md): Taylorcraft BC12D · Statesboro, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 1991 · N95170 · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Failure of both pilots to perform a visual lookout sufficiently adequate to avoid a collision at an uncontrolled airport. Factors related to the accident were: failure of the pilot of N95170 to communicate on the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) and…
- [NTSB ATL89LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89LA211.md): Aeronca 7AC · Screven, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1989 · N82705 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of maintenance personnel to correct right brake adjustment problems during brake repairs which led to a failure of the right brake, and the pilot's delay in taking remedial action to correct the veering initiated by the brake failure.
- [NTSB ATL86LA213](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86LA213.md): Luscombe 8A · Ringgold, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 1986 · N71713 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot reported he attempted to make a 180 degree turn because he realized he was getting too close to an airport while on a cross country flight. A highway patrolman said the pilot told him he became disoriented during the turn, cut the power to land, and…
- [NTSB ATL86LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86LA159.md): Piper J3C-65 · Fayetteville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1986 · N28044 · Substantial damage
  > The plt reported that while on downwind the engine started to run rough. The plt applied carburetor heat and the engine quit. A turn toward a landing area was made; however, the acft collided with trees. Weather conditions at the time were favorable for…
- [NTSB ATL86FA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86FA148.md): Aeronca 7AC · Stone Mountain, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · May 30, 1986 · N3675E · Substantial damage
  > While on a bfr flt, the owner/plt was considered to be the plt-in-command. Drg departure, he took off on rwy 35 with a x-wind from the left. According to the instructor (CFI) & a witness, the takeoff was normal until shortly after lift-off, then the acft…
- [NTSB ATL86LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86LA091.md): Luscombe 8A · Hampton, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 8, 1986 · N71633 · Substantial damage
  > During landing roll the pilot was unable to keep the tailwheel on the ground and the aircraft nosed over. Post crash examination of the wreckage disclosed that the brake pads were worn down to the rivets.
- [NTSB ATL85LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL85LA214.md): Wag-Aero Cubbie (J-3) · Stockbridge, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1985 · N909GH · Substantial damage
  > During a departure, the eng had a partial loss of power. The plt reported that after climbing to about 75 ft, neither the acft's speed nor alt would increase. He lowered the nose to increase the eng RPM & speed, but the eng did not respond. Subsequently, the…
- [NTSB ATL85LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL85LA167.md): Piper J3C-65 · Fayetteville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 19, 1985 · N98164 · Substantial damage
  > Shortly after takeoff with a low fuel state, the plt pulled the acft into a steep climb. A pwr loss was experienced and the acft reportedly stalled and spun into a pond on the pvt grass airstrip. Ten pounds of fuel were drained from the acft after the…
- [NTSB ATL85LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL85LA001.md): Piper J3C-65 · Milledgeville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1984 · N38685 · Substantial damage
  > The plt departed for the intended destination, but was unable to find the arpt due to fog. After landing at another nearby arpt, he found no av-gas available. He then elected to return to his original destination, but experienced a total power loss due to…
- [NTSB ATL83FA272](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL83FA272.md): Piper J3C-65 · Ellenwood, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1983 · N92367 · Substantial damage
  > During the flt, the acft collided with 2 utility transmission lines, then crashed to the ground. According to witnesses, the accident occurred after the acft had circled the passenger's home & the plt had started a turn. An exam of the wreckage revealed no…
- [NTSB ATL82FKG15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL82FKG15.md): Aeronca 7AC · Cedartown, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jun 2, 1982 · N2475E · Destroyed
  > The acft stalled & crashed into trees from an altitude of approximately 60 feet AGL. The elevator trim tab control was found in the full nose up position.
- [NTSB ATL81FKG47](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL81FKG47.md): Champion 7AC · Stone Mountain, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 13, 1981 · N3118E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ATL81FKG36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL81FKG36.md): Piper J-3 · Jonesboro, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 2, 1981 · N3559N · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA80FKG14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA80FKG14.md): Aeronca 11AC · Fitzgerald, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Dec 12, 1979 · N9552E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA79FLA16](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA79FLA16.md): Aeronca 7AC · Blakely, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Mar 6, 1979 · N83796 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA78DKG01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA78DKG01.md): Rogers Grow Triace · Warner Robbins, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 5, 1977 · N185RG · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA77DKG26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA77DKG26.md): Luscombe 8A · Dalton, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 27, 1977 · N1448K · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA77FKG12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA77FKG12.md): Piper J3 · Greensboro, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Dec 19, 1976 · N42595 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA76FKH05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76FKH05.md): Piper J3C-65 · Atlanta, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Sep 5, 1976 · N70546 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA76AM076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76AM076-201330.md): Piper J3C-65 · Cartersville, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Jul 7, 1976 · N70419 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA76FKG21](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76FKG21.md): Aeronca 7AC · Stone Mountain, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 1, 1975 · N81939 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA75FKG36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA75FKG36.md): Aeronca 7AC · Jonesboro, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 13, 1974 · N83644 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA74DKG53](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA74DKG53.md): Luscombe 8A · Valdosta, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Feb 23, 1974 · N71648 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA74FKG38](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA74FKG38.md): Roberts Bandit · Rocky Face, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 25, 1973 · N71DR · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA73DKG32](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA73DKG32.md): Luscombe 8A · Macon, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 11, 1972 · N71990 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA73DKG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA73DKG02.md): Piper J-3 · Kathleen, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Jul 1, 1972 · N122JT · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA72FKH15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA72FKH15.md): Luscomb 8A · Stone Mountain, GA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jun 13, 1972 · N7789K · Substantial damage

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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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'GA' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
  AND 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&state=GA

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