# NTSB investigations: Continental A&C65 series, PA

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 ERA22LA289](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA289.md): Luscombe 8A · Palmyra, PA · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jun 25, 2022 · N1476K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper glide path to the runway.
- [NTSB ERA22LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA244.md): Aeronca 7AC · Monongahela, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · May 27, 2022 · N84583 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during the initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB GAA20CA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA20CA090.md): Luscombe 8 · Brogue, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 19, 2019 · N71707 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to see and avoid wires during approach to landing.
- [NTSB ERA17LA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA17LA328.md): Piper J3C · Hanover Township, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 2017 · N38365 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain roll control while maneuvering, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain.
- [NTSB ERA16LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA200.md): Aeronca 7AC · Toughkenamon, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Jun 1, 2016 · N83547 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s inadvertent actuation of the fuel shutoff valve, which led to a total loss of engine power, forced landing, and impact with a hangar. Contributing to the outcome was maintenance personnel’s inadequate inspection of the fuel shutoff system…
- [NTSB ERA12LA507](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA507.md): Aeronca 7AC · Clifford, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 2012 · N83826 · Substantial damage
  > Partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB ERA12LA335](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA335.md): Piper J3C-65 · South Canaan, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 13, 2012 · N98568 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff during shifting wind conditions.
- [NTSB ERA11CA372](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA372.md): Aeronca 7AC · Carbondale, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 18, 2011 · N3068E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was that the pilot did not attain the proper landing point.
- [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 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 IAD05CA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05CA100.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Altoona, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 10, 2005 · N95822 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper engine starting procedure, resulting in an uncontrolled taxi, and collision with a hangar.
- [NTSB NYC05CA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC05CA104.md): Piper J3C-65 · Fredericksburg, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 20, 2005 · N33818 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper engine starting procedures, which resulted in the airplane taxiing unoccupied and impacting a light pole.
- [NTSB NYC04LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA195.md): Piper J3C-65 · Pittsfield, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 2004 · N7068H · Substantial damage
  > Improper installation of the tailwheel assembly and the inadequate annual inspection which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing.
- [NTSB NYC00LA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA264.md): Aeronca 11AC-991 · Gettysburg, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 17, 2000 · N9354E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane after landing which resulted in the inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB NYC00LA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA010.md): Boeing Stearman E75 · Fredericksburg, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 1999 · N52951 · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > Was the inadequate visual lookout by the pilot of the Stearman.
- [NTSB NYC99FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99FA037.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Greenville, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 12, 1998 · N43778 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during touch-and-go landing, and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance. A factor was the tree.
- [NTSB NYC96LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA108.md): Piper J3C-65 · Kittanning, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 10, 1996 · N22946 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate inflight planning/decision and improper fuel management, which resulted in a precautionary landing on unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB NYC96LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA030.md): Luscombe 8A · Kutztown, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 1995 · N1109K · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper use of brakes during the landing roll resulting in the airplane nosing over.
- [NTSB NYC95LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA141.md): Aeronca 7AC · Smoketown, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1995 · N82773 · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to follow the recommended starting procedures.
- [NTSB NYC95LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA118.md): Aeronca O-58B · Moscow, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 20, 1995 · N46181 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for a cross wind and his failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance. A factor is the crosswind.
- [NTSB BFO95LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95LA018.md): Aeronca 7AC · Sabinsville, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 4, 1994 · N83073 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate visual lookout during cruise flight which resulted in inflight collision with wires.
- [NTSB NYC90LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA098.md): Aeronca 7AC · Kutztown, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 30, 1990 · N112AW · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper control input and the instructior's inadequate response. The student's interference with the flight controls as the instructor attempted recovery was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB NYC90LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA101.md): Taylorcraft BC-12D · Meadville, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 1990 · N43778 · Substantial damage
  > Loss of directional control by the pilot during landing. Contributing factor was gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB NYC88LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA113.md): Piper J-3 · Downingtown, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 1988 · N7170H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot was performing touch and go wheel landings. During an approach the pilot came in too low and the right main landing gear impacted an electric power pole. The pilot landed the aircraft on a grass strip with only the left main gear then flipped…
- [NTSB NYC87LA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC87LA201.md): Piper J3C-65 · Huntingdon, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1987 · N33576 · Substantial damage
  > The flight encountered poor visibility while at cruise altitude. The pilot decided not to continue flight and landed on a football field. During roll out, the right main gear fell into a drain hole to the side of the field causing the aircraft to turn right…
- [NTSB NYC87LA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC87LA176.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Towanda, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1987 · N4889L · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The Taylorcraft, N43978, collided with the tail of Piper, N4889L while both were taxiing to rwy 22. The plt of the Taylorcraft stated that he was taxiing parallel to the rwy and the Piper came from behind and to the left to cross in front of him. The plt of…
- [NTSB NYC87LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC87LA151.md): Aeronca 11AC · Jeanette, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 17, 1987 · N3886E · Substantial damage
  > The plt put small chocks under the wheels, then began to hand prop the eng with no one at the controls. The eng started, & before the plt could reach the cockpit, the acft made svrl 360 deg turns & subsequently rolled into trees.
- [NTSB NYC85LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC85LA198.md): Piper J3C-65 · Quakertown, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1985 · N92279 · Substantial damage
  > The acft collided with wires during a lndg attempt. The acft was thrown out of control and dragged a wing after which it nosed over. The plt said that he thought the wires had been cleared. He was trying to put the acft right at the edge of the field because…
- [NTSB NYC85LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC85LA009.md): Aeronca 7AC · Ono, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 15, 1984 · N1069E · Substantial damage
  > After a lndg practice flight, solo student plt returned to home field at dusk. First lndg attempt resulted in overshoot and go-around. Since winds were calm, plt elected to land on reciprocal runway due to clear overrun area. This necessitated on obstacle…
- [NTSB NYC82FGT15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC82FGT15.md): Aeronca 11AC · Peach Bottom, PA · Accident · 3 fatal · Final report · Jun 26, 1982 · N9451E · Destroyed
  > The non-certificated pilot took off with one passenger on board and with both doors removed. Witnesses observed the pilot make a number of passes near boats, under power lines and near people on the surface. A number of witnesses stated the passenger was…
- [NTSB NYC82DHA08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC82DHA08.md): Aeronca 11AC · Beach Lake, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Apr 9, 1982 · N85940 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot of a ski equipped aircraft began taking off on a 900 ft strip. There was snow on the runway, but grass showed through in places. The pilot reported that the aircraft slowed "very very little" while crossing an area with grass showing. Just beyond…
- [NTSB NYC82FGT07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC82FGT07.md): Aeronca 7AC · Wellsboro, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 31, 1981 · N83073 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC82DA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC82DA013.md): Aeronca 7AC · Wellsboro, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 31, 1981 · N83073 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC81DHD39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81DHD39.md): Piper J-3C · Coatesville, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Sep 20, 1981 · N6925H · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC81DHA17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81DHA17.md): Aeronca 7AC · Springfield, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Jul 14, 1981 · N82773 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC81FGT08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81FGT08.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Hanover, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Jul 10, 1981 · N39222 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC81FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81FA037.md): Piper J3 · Canton, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 2, 1981 · N21609 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC81FGM11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81FGM11.md): Aeronca 11AC · Elizabeth, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Feb 15, 1981 · N3769E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC81FGM03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81FGM03.md): Luscombe 8A · Belle Vernon, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 27, 1980 · N1190K · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC79FA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC79FA088.md): Aeronca 7AC · Edinboro, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Sep 3, 1979 · N83122 · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC79FGM32](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC79FGM32.md): Luscombe 8A · Albion, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Jul 8, 1979 · N45922 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC79DHA11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC79DHA11.md): Aeronca 11AC · Poyntelle, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 22, 1979 · N3295E · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC77FA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FA081.md): Aeronca 7AC · Ottsville, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Aug 15, 1977 · N46SS · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC77FHA30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FHA30.md): Taylorcraft BC12D · Sciota, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Jul 29, 1977 · N43805 · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC77FGM11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FGM11.md): Luscombe 8A · Slippery Rock, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jan 13, 1977 · N2907K · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC76DHA53](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76DHA53.md): Luscombe 8A · Sterling, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 12, 1976 · N45960 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC76FGM40](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76FGM40.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Somerset, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Jul 18, 1976 · N95098 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC76FGM37](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76FGM37.md): Piper J-3 · Jeanette, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jun 28, 1976 · N42574 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC76FHA33](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76FHA33.md): Luscombe 8A · Skippack, PA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 17, 1976 · N77832 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC76AN079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76AN079.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Minorsville, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Feb 16, 1976 · N43435 · Destroyed

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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" = 'PA' 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=PA

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