# NTSB investigations: Continental I0-470 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 FTW91FA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91FA147.md): Beech 35-C33 · Dalhart, TX · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 13, 1991 · N887R · Destroyed
  > The pilot's flight into known adverse weather. Factors were the pilot's lack of instrument experience and existing weather conditions.
- [NTSB FTW91LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA140.md): Beech K35 · Laredo, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1991 · N8111R · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the oil filter adaptor 'o' ring (seal) by other maintenance personnel who distorted it. A factor was the rough, uneven terrain.
- [NTSB DEN91LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA107.md): Beech J35 · Tulsa, OK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1991 · N643T · Destroyed
  > The engine ailure for undetermined reasons. Factors were the light condition and the lack of suitable terrain.
- [NTSB ANC91LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA098.md): Cessna 185A · Wood River, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1991 · N1689Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. Soft sand in the emergency landing area was a related factor.
- [NTSB MIA91LA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA179.md): Cessna 182C · Keystone Hghts, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1991 · N8875T · Substantial damage
  > Total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion due to fuel siphoning overboard, and failure of the pilot to perform an adequate preflight inspection to insure the fuel caps were secured. Contributing to the accident was incorrect fuel tank quantity gauges…
- [NTSB ATL91FA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91FA116.md): Beech 95-B55 · Irmo, SC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1991 · N36743 · Destroyed
  > The loss of control of the aircraft for undetermined reason(s).
- [NTSB CHI91LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA182.md): Cessna 310L · Fort Wayne, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 1991 · N3337X · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of a bearing by maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB LAX91LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA235.md): Beech B95-B55 · Glendale, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 1991 · N14SC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to secure the fuel cap during his preflight inspection. As a result, fuel leaked out of the wing tank onto the wing and ignited during the engine start procedures.
- [NTSB CHI91DEE04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DEE04.md): Beech 35-A33 · Vernon Hills, IL · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 18, 1991 · N123JB · Substantial damage
  > Water contamination of the fuel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.
- [NTSB CHI91LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA107.md): Beech 55 · Forest Lake, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 5, 1991 · N29SF · Substantial damage
  > An aborted landing not performed by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were a runway that was wet and ice covered.
- [NTSB DEN91LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA041.md): Beech P-35 · Durango, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 10, 1991 · N9653Y · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure due to oil starvation caused by turbocharger oil feed line failure and subsequent loss of lubricating oil to the engine.
- [NTSB FTW91LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA026.md): Cessna 205 · Medford, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 25, 1990 · N8219Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's use of improper starting procedures which resulted in the loss of control of the airplane. A factor in the accident was the airplane's encounter with rough terrain during the unmanned taxi.
- [NTSB NYC91LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA052.md): Beech 35-C33 · Concord, NH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 15, 1990 · N8696Q · Substantial damage
  > The improper starting procedure used by the pilot.
- [NTSB FTW91FA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91FA017.md): Beech B55 · England, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 1990 · N811J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's misjudgement of altitude, which resulted in his failure to arrest descent from a dive. The pilot's impaired judgment from consumption of ethanol (alcohol) was a factor.
- [NTSB DEN91IA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91IA019.md): Beech J-35 · Brighton, CO · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 1990 · N8263D · Minor damage
  > The failure of the engine fuel feed line resulting in a complete loss of power. Contributing to the incident was improper installation of the fuel feed transducer.
- [NTSB ANC91LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA002.md): Cessna 185B · Koyuktolik, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 7, 1990 · N2525Z · Substantial damage
  > Pilot-in-command's failure to properly execute a stabilized approach to the first 1/3 of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the excessive airpseed maintained during the approach and landing.
- [NTSB DEN90LA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA193.md): Cessna 310J · Colorado Spring, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 1990 · N3132L · Substantial damage
  > The loss of power on one engine due to excessive fuel pressure and the pilot's feathering of the wrong propeller. Factor(s) were: operation of aircraft with known deficiencies by pilot and operator.
- [NTSB ATL90TL#03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90TL%2303.md): Cessna 185A · Americus, GA · Accident · No injuries · Class 3 · Final report · Aug 2, 1990 · N710 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW90LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90LA131.md): Cessna 310Q · College Station, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1990 · N7546Q · Substantial damage
  > The pic's improper fuel tank selection, allowing both engine to quit due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB ANC90LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA092.md): Cessna 185-A · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1990 · N4145Y · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the right main gear torque plate causing an uncontrollable landing roll out.
- [NTSB CHI90LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90LA147.md): Cessna C205 · Anderson, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 1990 · N8215Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's encounter with unsuitable terrain during the landing roll after a forced landing. Contributing factors in this accident were the total powerplant failure and the IFR weather conditions which limited the landing site selection.
- [NTSB MIA90LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA90LA133.md): Cessna 210A · Palm Harbor, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 25, 1990 · N6697X · Substantial damage
  > The improper leaning of the fuel/air mixture resulting in the loss of engine power due to excessive internal engine temperature.
- [NTSB CHI90LA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90LA132.md): Cessna 205A · Piqua, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 18, 1990 · N4841U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB LAX90LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA173.md): Beech N35 · Los Banos, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 12, 1990 · N75BV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB DEN90LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA107.md): Beech B-55 · Watkins, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 8, 1990 · N113EW · Substantial damage
  > Executing of a simulated single engine approach in wind conditions that exceeded the demonstrated crosswind capability of the airplane with both engines operating.
- [NTSB MKC90LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA078.md): Cessna 310 · Belleville, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 1990 · N18HF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate remedial action in response to the loss of power in the right engine, which resulted in his failure to attain the proper touchdown point for landing.
- [NTSB FTW90FA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90FA032.md): Beech 95-B55 · Arlington, TX · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 1989 · N1026W · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's loss of control in flight because of spatial disorientation. A factor was the dark night.
- [NTSB NYC90LA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA028.md): Cessna 205 · Morristown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 12, 1989 · N8419Z · Substantial damage
  > In-flight collision with object.
- [NTSB DEN90LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA007.md): Cessna 210 · Ogden, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 1989 · N7409E · Substantial damage
  > An engine stoppage for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB SEA90LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA004.md): Cessna 310C · Redmond, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 1989 · N1845H · Substantial damage
  > Poor inflight planning, and the pilot did not maintain a proper glide path on final approach, nor perform proper corrective action. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's attention was diverted due to an open cabin door and the partial loss of…
- [NTSB CHI89IA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89IA180.md): Mcdonnell Douglas MD-80 · Chicago, IL · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1989 · N490AA · 2 aircraft · No damage
  > The failure of the controller to clarify the confusing communications, to correct the pilot's misinterpretation of the instructions being given, and the failure of the supervisor to properly monitor the situation. Factors related to the incident were the…
- [NTSB CHI89LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA170.md): Beech A33 · Bloomington, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 13, 1989 · N915Q · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to contamination (water, debris, and rust-like particles) in the fuel and the pilot's failure to detect the contamination during the pre-flight inspection.
- [NTSB ATL89LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89LA195.md): Cessna 210C · Millington, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1989 · N3680Y · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power, due to contamination in the fuel flow manifold. The contamination in the fuel system was due to inadequate maintenance.
- [NTSB DEN89LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA188.md): Cessna 185 · Durango, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1989 · N9823X · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot. The wind condition was considered to be a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX89LA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA250.md): Cessna 210 · Thermal, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1989 · N76RR · Substantial damage
  > A twisted nose gear uplock due to an elongated bolt hole which prevented the nose gear from extending.
- [NTSB ANC89LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA111.md): Cessna 185 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1989 · N75LE · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. The crosswind and gusts were contributing factors.
- [NTSB MKC89LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA144.md): Cessna 210 · Kaiser, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1989 · N9440T · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to extend the landing gear. A factor in the accident was the pilot's failure to use the checklist.
- [NTSB SEA89LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA119.md): Beech B35 · Dallesport, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1989 · N5028C · Substantial damage
  > The premature rotatiion and liftoff by the pilot, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. A factor related to the accident was: the tailwind.
- [NTSB FTW89DPJ07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DPJ07.md): Beech T-34 · Haskell, OK · Accident · 2 fatal · Final report · Jun 24, 1989 · N34CJ · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors related to the accident were: a leak in the pitot system, failure of the pilot to obtain adequate maintenance/inspection of the pitot system, and his lack of…
- [NTSB BFO89LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89LA046.md): Cessna 210A · Ocean City, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1989 · N9520X · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to go around after landing long & recovering from a bounced landing. Contributing factors were: the pilot's excessive airspeed on the apch, his improper flare for the landing, his failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and the…
- [NTSB MIA89LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89LA147.md): Cessna 310P · Fort Myers, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 6, 1989 · N5769M · Substantial damage
  > Collapse of the left main landing gear due to overload failure of the trunnion and bellcrank assembly.
- [NTSB LAX89LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA177.md): Cessna 310C · Jackson, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 3, 1989 · N1798H · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the instructor pilot (pilot in command) to reject the takeoff after the loss of power on one engine when sufficient runway remained to stop the aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the disregard of the aircraft manual, failure to use the…
- [NTSB MKC89LA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA095.md): Beech BE-55 · Hot Springs, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 1989 · N7739R · Substantial damage
  > A wheels up landing was performed by the pilot in command, due to the interrupted landing and go-around. A psychological traffic pattern habit interference mind set interfered with the pilots ability to perform the normal functions required by the landing…
- [NTSB CHI89LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA063.md): Beech 95-B-55 · Crothersville, IN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 1989 · N27WF · Substantial damage
  > A failure of the engine due to a crankshaft counterweight failure. The pilot performed emergency procedures and executed a forced landing in an open field, where the aircraft encountered a large muddy area, bogged down and nosed over.
- [NTSB ATL89FA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA095.md): Beech 95-B55 · St Marys Island, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 4, 1989 · N9299Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot continued into IMC conditions where he collided with trees.
- [NTSB LAX89LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA061.md): Beech K35 · Arbuckle, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 7, 1988 · N9569R · Substantial damage
  > During cruise flight, the pilot noted oil on the windshield. The pilot diverted to a nearby airport. Enroute the windshield became covered with oil. The pilot opted to make an emergency landing on a road. Due to power lines, he diverted to an open field. Just…
- [NTSB LAX89FA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89FA057.md): Beech N35 · Hanford, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 28, 1988 · N9469Y · Destroyed
  > The pilot failed to maintain sufficient altitude and descended below the minimum descent altitude while executing the missed approach. Contributing to this accident was the deteriorating weather conditions and the pilot's wish to return the airplane to its…
- [NTSB MKC89LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA025.md): Cessna 310 · St. Louis, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 1988 · N8147M · Substantial damage
  > Arriving over his destination airport, the pilot said he had an unsafe right main gear light indication. After circling about two hours to lighten the fuel load, and attempting to lower the gear by emergency procedures, a landing was attempted. After…
- [NTSB ATL89LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89LA034.md): Cessna 210B · Uriah, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 1988 · N5021P · Substantial damage
  > While cruising at 6500 ft, the eng lost power & the prop stopped windmilling. The plt elected to land on a highway. Drg the landing, the right wing hit overhanging tree limbs which yawed the acft off the right side of the road & down an embankment. The eng…
- [NTSB ATL89LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89LA032.md): Beech 35-A33 · Marietta, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 13, 1988 · N431T · Substantial damage
  > During preflt 'run-up' at the end of the active rwy, the right brake failed and the airplane pivoted left while the engine was at a high power setting. The plt rpted that things happened so fast that he may have added power while attempting to reduce power.…

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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 ('17027'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=17027&page=16

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