# NTSB investigations: Continental O-470 series, WY 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. Page 1 of 2 · 92 cases ## Latest cases - [NTSB WPR26LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA253.md): Cessna 180 · Marbleton, WY · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jul 9, 2026 · N3339D · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB WPR24LA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA242.md): Cessna 182A · Teton Village, WY · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jul 10, 2024 · N4083D · Substantial damage > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll.improper compensation for the prevailing wind conditions, resulting in impact of the left wing on the runway surface. - [NTSB WPR21LA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA259.md): Cessna 180J · Lander, WY · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jul 4, 2021 · N7802K · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a fence. - [NTSB WPR21LA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA327.md): Cessna 180J · Buffalo, WY · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · May 6, 2021 · N7770K · Substantial damage > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a ground loop and collision with terrain. - [NTSB CEN17LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN17LA025.md): Cessna 182Q · Buffalo, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2016 · N97878 · Substantial damage > The pilot’s failure to set the proper flap position before the short field takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain. - [NTSB WPR16FA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16FA084.md): Cessna 182A · Alpine, WY · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 13, 2016 · N2230G · Substantial damage > The noninstrument-rated pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the initial climb in dark night conditions with no visual reference, which resulted in a stall and collision with terrain. - [NTSB CEN15LA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA319.md): Cessna 182E · Rozet, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 2015 · N3344Y · Substantial damage > The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. - [NTSB WPR14CA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14CA247.md): Cessna 180 · Casper, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 16, 2014 · N9012C · Substantial damage > The pilot's inadequate flare and loss of directional control during landing. - [NTSB WPR13CA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA242.md): Cessna 182R · Alpine, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 25, 2013 · N9760H · Substantial damage > The pilot’s inadequate flare and loss of aircraft control during landing. - [NTSB WPR13FA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA053.md): Cessna 182D · Bondurant, WY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 2012 · N61LN · Destroyed > The noninstrument-rated pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering around weather. - [NTSB DEN07FA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07FA140.md): Cessna 182R · Dayton, WY · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 2007 · N6109N · Destroyed > the pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering in mountainous terrain due to gusty wind conditions, and lee side turbulence. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision making, and his failure to… - [NTSB DEN07FA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07FA053.md): Cessna 182R · Waltman, WY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 18, 2007 · N9937H · Destroyed > the pilot's continued visual flight rules (VFR) flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and failure to maintain terrain clearance resulting in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing factors were the pilot's improper preflight and… - [NTSB DEN06CA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN06CA110.md): Cessna 182E · Roset, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 4, 2006 · N3344Y · Substantial damage > an inadvertent pilot-induced porpoise and his improper remedial action. A contributing factor was the wind gust. - [NTSB DEN06LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN06LA094.md): Cessna 180 · Sheridan, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 2006 · N153M · Substantial damage > the partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing factors were the dirt embankment and fence. - [NTSB DEN06CA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN06CA074.md): Cessna 182Q · Fort Bridger, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 8, 2006 · N759EF · Substantial damage > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare and touchdown. Contributing to the accident was the high, gusty crosswinds. - [NTSB DEN05CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05CA132.md): Cessna 180J · Afton, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 27, 2005 · N91245 · Substantial damage > loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. - [NTSB DEN04LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA136.md): Cessna 182 · Gillette, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N2725G · Substantial damage > improper engine overhaul performed by the mechanic which resulted in the fractured exhaust valve and subsequent partial loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. - [NTSB DEN04LA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA008.md): Cessna 182R · Lysite, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 12, 2003 · N4981E · Substantial damage > the pilot's fuel mismanagement resulting in the loss of engine power and the subsequent forced landing. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the nose over. - [NTSB DEN03LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA150.md): Cessna 182A · Pine Haven, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 2003 · N6384B · Substantial damage > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The lack of suitable terrain is a contributing factor. - [NTSB DEN00LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00LA156.md): Cessna 180K · Douglas, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 2000 · N61782 · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during landing roll. Factors were high winds and crosswinds. - [NTSB DEN99LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN99LA147.md): Cessna 180H · Gillette, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1999 · N7939V · Substantial damage > The pilot's inadvertent ground loop during landing roll. - [NTSB FTW98LA391](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA391.md): Cessna 180F · Douglas, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 1998 · N4612U · Substantial damage > A collision with a deer during take-off. - [NTSB FTW98LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA113.md): Cessna 182Q · Keeline, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 22, 1998 · N759QZ · Substantial damage > failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors relating to the accident included: a snow covered/icy/muddy area on the runway, and the proximity of a snowbank to the runway. - [NTSB SEA95LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA027.md): Cessna 180 · Lonetree, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 1994 · N1594C · Substantial damage > The restricted movement of the carburebor float. - [NTSB SEA94FA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94FA129.md): Cessna 182B · Rock Springs, WY · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 28, 1994 · N2582G · Destroyed > An excessive descent rate in the turn from base to final. Factors include a dark night, high winds, and the pilot's fatigue from his flight and ground schedule the day of the accident. - [NTSB SEA93LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA130.md): Beech H35 · Douglas, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1993 · N368B · Substantial damage > The improper maintenance/replacement of a fuel hose and the blocked fuel vapor return system. A factor relating to the accident was the cattle guard fence posts beside the road. - [NTSB SEA92LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA177.md): Cessna 182Q · Afton, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1992 · N4906N · Substantial damage > The premature landing flare by the pilot. - [NTSB SEA92LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA135.md): Cessna 182K · Rock Springs, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1992 · N2724Q · Destroyed > The disconnection of the throttle cable and collapse of the nose landing gear. Factors contributing to the accident were: improper maintenance installation by the mechanic whose attention was diverted and the rouh/uneven terrain. - [NTSB SEA91LA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA185.md): Cessna 180 · Cody, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1991 · N3343D · Substantial damage > Pilot's failure to maintain proper runway alignment. Factors were diverted attention, and gusty crosswinds. - [NTSB SEA91FA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91FA181.md): Cessna 180J · Newcastle, WY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1991 · N9962N · Destroyed > Pilot factor in that he did not maintain sufficient flying speed and allowed the aircraft to enter an inadvertent stall/spin. Factors include high density altitude. - [NTSB DEN86LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN86LA156.md): Cessna 180 · Cheyenne, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 1986 · N3253D · Substantial damage > The student plt flew from alliance to Cheyenne on his solo x-country and flew locally at Cheyenne to make 3 landings at a twr controlled arpt. While he was in the pattern a cumulonimbus cloud moved into the vicinity of the arpt and the winds became gusty.… - [NTSB DEN86LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN86LA090.md): Cessna 180J · Casper, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 3, 1986 · N9923N · Substantial damage > According to the flt instructor, during the touch and go landing, directional control was lost when brakes were applied and the acft ground looped. During the investigation, it was ascertained that an 'o' ring on the right wheel had dislodged, resulting in… - [NTSB DEN85FA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN85FA225.md): Cessna 182J · Torrington, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1985 · N3336F · Substantial damage > The plt had a limitation on her certificate that prohibited flight at night. The flt was conducted at night and while enroute the plt diverted to the Torrington arpt. The rwy is equipped with plt activated lgts. A witness stated that the acft circled several… - [NTSB DEN83LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN83LA186.md): Cessna 180 · Cheyenne, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 1983 · N2590K · Substantial damage > The acft groundlooped during takeoff. The plt stated that he incorrectly assumed a 14 kt headwind when the tower gave the 'winds light at fourteen' after previously assigning rwy light. After applying power he realized that he had a x-wind and cut the power.… - [NTSB DEN83LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN83LA138.md): Cessna 182Q · Afton, WY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1983 · N4763N · 2 aircraft · Destroyed > The pitts special and a Cessna 182 collided on an active rwy the pitts was landing and the Cessna was taxiing down the rwy for refueling. The Cessna had made a radio call leaving the hanger area but did not make one prior to actually goingonto the rwy. The… - [NTSB DEN82DA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN82DA092.md): Cessna 180D · Gillette, WY · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 21, 1982 · N6415X · Substantial damage > The aircraft swerved off the runway to the left 1500 feet from the approach end and the right main gear collapsed. Examination revealed three of five "brake anti-rattle clips" were missing from each brake assembly, allowing the brake disk to wabble.… - [NTSB DEN82DA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN82DA078.md): Cessna 182M · Lovell, WY · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 4, 1982 · N91682 · Substantial damage > After landing on a dirt road to talk to a sheep herder, the aircraft was taxied off the road. A gust of wind picked the tail of the aircraft up and turned the aircraft over. The pilot reported winds were from 135 degees at 20 knots gusting to 30 knots. - [NTSB DEN82DA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN82DA068.md): Cessna 182A · 20mn Of Jackson, WY · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 15, 1982 · N3748D · Substantial damage > The pilot reported that he became involved in a deteriorating weather condition while maneuvering in a mountainous area. He attempted to return to the departure airport, but the weather conditions (snowshowers) became worse. He elected to make a precautionary… - [NTSB DEN81FTC09](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN81FTC09.md): Cessna 182 · Moran Juction, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Feb 17, 1981 · N5871B · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN81FTC07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN81FTC07.md): Cessna 182 · Worland, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 31, 1980 · N4838D · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN79FTC25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79FTC25.md): Cessna 182 · Evanston, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Aug 24, 1979 · N3356U · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN79DTC20](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79DTC20.md): Cessna 180 · Cody, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 11, 1979 · N9083M · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN79FTC17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79FTC17.md): Cessna 182 · Wamsutter, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jun 17, 1979 · N7462S · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN78FTC29](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN78FTC29.md): Cessna 182 · Tipton, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Jun 28, 1978 · N3559F · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN78FA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN78FA006.md): Cessna 182P · Kemmerer, WY · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Nov 7, 1977 · N7368S · Destroyed - [NTSB DEN77DTC02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN77DTC02.md): Cessna 182J · Cheyenne, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 8, 1976 · N2766F · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN77DTC01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN77DTC01.md): Robertson 180 · Edgerton, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Nov 8, 1976 · N134H · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN76DTC46](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN76DTC46.md): Cessna 182 · Big Piney, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 24, 1976 · N5789J · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN76FTC42](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN76FTC42.md): Cessna 182N · Casper, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 31, 1976 · N618WC · Substantial damage - [NTSB DEN76FTC41](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN76FTC41.md): Cessna 182A · Casper, WY · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 14, 1976 · N3909D · Substantial damage Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?engine=17026&state=WY&page=2 ## 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" = 'WY' 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 ('17026')) ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=17026&state=WY --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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