# NTSB investigations: Continental O-470 series, 1991

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 CHI92LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA064.md): Cessna 182K · Huntington, IN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 31, 1991 · N2859R · Destroyed
  > Pilot factor in that he failed to maintain flying speed in a turn which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors related to the accident are; icing conditions, hazardous weather advisory disregarded, flight into known adverse weather, and overconfidence in…
- [NTSB SEA92LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA033.md): Cessna 182B · Toledo, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 28, 1991 · N2471G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath.
- [NTSB FTW92FA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92FA048.md): Cessna 182 · Santa Teresa, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 1991 · N5530B · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control. Factors were the dark night, pilot's apprehension, pilot's lack of instrument experience, spatial disorientation, poor instrument location, visual perception and inadequate cockpit lighting.
- [NTSB CHI92LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA057.md): Cessna 182 · Point Lookout, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 13, 1991 · N4775N · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to attain the proper touchdown Point and maintain directional control of the aircraft. A factor related to the accident was: a go-around was not performed by the pilot.
- [NTSB FTW92LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA030.md): Cessna 182F · Morse, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 29, 1991 · N37749 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's attempted VFR flight into IMC conditions. Factors were, the pilot's lack of instrument qualification, his failure to obtain a weather briefing prior to the flight, and dark night conditions.
- [NTSB LAX92LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA053.md): Cessna 180 · Long Beach, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 27, 1991 · N2982A · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the landing touchdown.
- [NTSB CHI92LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA070.md): Cessna 180H · Shenandoah, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 1991 · N2776X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. An associated factor is the pilot's lack of experience in this type operation (crosswind takeoffs).
- [NTSB CHI92LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA025.md): Cessna 182A · Bowling Green, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 10, 1991 · N5015D · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent deployment of the sky diver's parachute.
- [NTSB LAX92LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA048.md): Cessna 182H · Fortuna, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 1991 · N3474S · Substantial damage
  > That the pilot misjudged the flare altitude. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the flight instructor to adequately supervise the flight.
- [NTSB LAX92LA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA037.md): Cessna 180 · Sacramento, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 4, 1991 · N2802A · Substantial damage
  > The partial failure of the brake system due to contamination.
- [NTSB CHI92LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA019.md): Cessna 182U · Rolla, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 1991 · N2412Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's failure to attain a proper flare on landing. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot in command's inadvertent encounter with instrument meteorological conditions.
- [NTSB CHI92LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA015.md): North American Navion D · Lake Geneva, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 20, 1991 · N10JF · Substantial damage
  > Fatigue failure of the crankshaft. A factor in the accident was inadequate quality control by other maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB ANC92LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92LA009.md): Cessna 180 · Berners Bay, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1991 · N4693B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control during the pre takeoff taxi, due to his improper handling of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the soft takeoff area.
- [NTSB LAX92T#A01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92T%23A01.md): Cessna L-19 · Tonopah, NV · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Final report · Oct 1, 1991 · N3302T · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX91LA403](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA403.md): Cessna 180K · Mammoth Lakes, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 1991 · N63622 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command failed to maintain directional control. Contributing to this accident was the pic's lack of experience in the airplane and the soft terrain.
- [NTSB NYC91LA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA242.md): Cessna 180L · Vestal, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 1991 · N4110 · Substantial damage
  > Improper use of carburetor heat by the pilot which resulted in a power loss due to carburetor ice over unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB ANC91LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA148.md): Cessna 180 · Telida, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 1991 · N9640B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot getting disoriented during flight due to his inattentiveness, the airplane's low fuel level, the fss specialist's giving the pilot an incorrect heading to fly, poor radio communications between the fss and the pilot, the strong crosswind, and the…
- [NTSB MIA91LA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA216.md): Cessna 182 · Titusville, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1991 · N5648B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's improper preflight planning and his failure to ensure that the aircraft contained sufficient fuel for the flight.
- [NTSB LAX91LA385](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA385.md): Cessna C-310B · San Pedro, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1991 · N5442A · Destroyed
  > An inflight loss of control for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC91LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA143.md): Cessna 180 · Bethel, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 1991 · N243P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to obtain proper airspeed. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions and the unfavorable wind.
- [NTSB LAX91LA372](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA372.md): Cessna 182 · Columbia, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 24, 1991 · N7589S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot of the aircraft experienced a bounced landing on his initial landing attempt. He executed a go-around and landed without incident on the second attempt. Substantial damage to the firewall was discovered afterwards. The pilot believes the bounced…
- [NTSB ANC91LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA127.md): Cessna 180A · King Salmon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1991 · N26CZ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff run. Contributing to the accident was the rough water.
- [NTSB DEN91FA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91FA116.md): Cessna 182N · Climax, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 1991 · N76AM · Substantial damage
  > Improper in-flight planning/decision by the non-rated pilot and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall. A factor related to the accident was: the pilot's lack of qualification.
- [NTSB SEA91LA205](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA205.md): Cessna 182E · Boring, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1991 · N2935Y · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion and improper inflight decision by the pilot in command followed by rough terrain during the forced landing. Factors contributing to the accident were a fuel system leak and the pilot's failure to refuel en route.
- [NTSB CHI91LA262](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA262.md): Cessna 310 · Plattsmouth, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1991 · N4827B · Substantial damage
  > Improper maintenance by the owner/pilot. A factor related to the accident was the built-up of corrosion on he landing gear retraction system.
- [NTSB CHI91LA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA255.md): Cessna 180 · Walker, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1991 · N1637C · Substantial damage
  > Directional control after landing was not maintained by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were a gusty crosswind and a downhill embankment (ditch).
- [NTSB CHI91LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA253.md): Cessna 180 · Eveleth, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1991 · N9377T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain the proper descent rate and adequate airspeed during the approach. A factor related to the accident is the lack of recent total experience.
- [NTSB ATL91LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA151.md): Cessna 182L · Macon, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1991 · N3146R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to accurately judge the distance required to stop the airplane. A factor in the accident was the wet, grass runway surface at the time of the accident.
- [NTSB ANC91LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA110.md): Cessna 182C · Cordova, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1991 · N8651T · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power while operating over water.
- [NTSB ANC91LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA105.md): Cessna 182 · Girdwood, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1991 · N4944D · Substantial damage
  > Improper in flight planning, fuel starvation and fuel supply not understood by the pilot. Contributing to the accident was rough and 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 LAX91LA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA306.md): Cessna 182 · Wailua, HI · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1991 · N9022T · Substantial damage
  > The accidental deployment of jumpers reserve parachute inside the airplane.
- [NTSB NYC91LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA177.md): Cessna L-19 · Franconia, NH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1991 · N5237G · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed, which resulted in a stall/spin and in flight collision with trees. Factors related to the accident were the improper in-flight planning by the pilot and the pilot's failure to compensate for winds and downdraft.
- [NTSB NYC91LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA175.md): Cessna 182 · Xenia, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1991 · N3808D · Substantial damage
  > Total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion resulting in a forced landing and subsequent nose over during the landing roll. Factors related to the accident was the pilot's failure to ensure sufficient fuel was available for the flight.
- [NTSB CHI91LA215](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA215.md): Cessna 182A · Menomonee Falls, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1991 · N4735D · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue induced propeller blade failure. A related factor was the operator's delayed propeller overhaul.
- [NTSB LAX91LA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA278.md): Cessna 182Q · Watsonville, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1991 · N759KM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. Factors related to the accident were: gusty winds, the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and the pilot's lack of experience in this make and model of aircraft.
- [NTSB BFO91LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO91LA057.md): Cessna 182 · Baltimore, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1991 · N3026Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB CHI91LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA198.md): Cessna 180 · Grayling, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1991 · N2755C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.
- [NTSB CHI91LA197](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA197.md): Cessna 180 · Grand Rapids, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1991 · N6503A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper airspeed during landing and the improper recovery from a bounced landing. Factors related to the accident were the pilot's lack of total experience in seaplanes and the gusty wind condition.
- [NTSB ATL91LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA114.md): Cessna 182R · Dothan, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 1991 · N851CA · Substantial damage
  > Lack of supervision by the flight instructor who allowed a dual student to make a hard landing.
- [NTSB SEA91LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA133.md): Cessna 182G · Pleasant Grove, UT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 1991 · N3705U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintian proper airspeed while on final approach.
- [NTSB DEN91LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA084.md): Cessna 182Q · Lafayette, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 1991 · N94596 · Substantial damage
  > The pic's abrupt touchdown. Factors were: approach reference speed not maintained, proper descent rate not maintained by the PIC and inattention by the designated examiner.
- [NTSB CHI91LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA180.md): Cessna 180 · Orr, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 1991 · N4636B · Substantial damage
  > Because of inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, aircraft control was lost by the pilot. A factor related to the accident was a gusty crosswind landing environment.
- [NTSB FTW91LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA096.md): Cessna 182 · Farmerville, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1991 · N6278A · Substantial damage
  > A fuel starvation induced power loss due to the pilot's failure to select the proper fuel tank.
- [NTSB CHI91LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA189.md): Cessna 180 · Wausa, NE · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1991 · N1721C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to turn around after encountering IFR flight conditions. Factors were restricted forward visibility and power lines.
- [NTSB ANC91LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA073.md): Cessna 180 · Pilot Point, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1991 · N420SB · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion, due to the Pilot's inadequate preflight. Contributing to the accident was the soft and rough terrain.
- [NTSB LAX91LA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA243.md): Cessna 182E · Eureka, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 1991 · N3046Y · Destroyed
  > The non-instrument rated pilot's inadvertent flight into IMC conditions. The pilot's lack of total experience, his disregard to the preflight meteorological briefing he received, low ceilings, fog, and the mountainous terrain over which the flight was…
- [NTSB LAX91FA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91FA252.md): Cessna 182 · Bermuda Dunes, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1991 · N7299E · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering to return to the departure airport, resulting in an in flight loss of control, stall, and in flight collision with terrain. Factors related to the accident were: partial loss of engine…
- [NTSB DEN91LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA081.md): Cessna 182P · Santa Fe, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1991 · N8494M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot misjudged the flare during 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 year(c."eventDate") = 1991
  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&year=1991

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