# NTSB investigations: Continental IO-520 series, 1997

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 FTW98LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA081.md): Cessna 310R · Grants, NM · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 1997 · N87358 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which failed to secure the right engine oil cap, resulting in oil exhaustion and the loss of engine…
- [NTSB NYC98LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC98LA052.md): Beech BE-33A · Lancaster, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 24, 1997 · N4133S · Substantial damage
  > Passenger control interference which resulted in pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing.
- [NTSB ANC98LA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC98LA013.md): Cessna 206 · Mnt. Village, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 1997 · N9575G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare and recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB ANC98LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC98LA012.md): Cessna 207 · Alakanuk, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 15, 1997 · N707FY · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's mismanagement of the airplane's fuel which led to the loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB FTW98LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA066.md): Cessna 207 · Fruita, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 1997 · N91002 · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI98LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA059.md): Bellanca 17-30 · Independence, KS · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 1997 · N4854V · Destroyed
  > the pilot's intentional flight into adverse weather. Contributing factors were low ceilings, fog, and the guy wire.
- [NTSB NYC98FA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC98FA035.md): Cessna 310R · St Mary'S, PA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 28, 1997 · N6923 · Destroyed
  > was the pilot's descent below the minimum descent altitude and his failure to comply with published procedures.
- [NTSB CHI98LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA051.md): Beech E55 · Gardner, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 1997 · N3914A · Substantial damage
  > the inadvertant landing gear retraction, which occurred due to undetermined reason(s).
- [NTSB LAX98LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98LA040.md): Aero Commander 200D · San Carlos, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 1997 · N2910T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to verify that there was an adequate supply of fuel in the selected fuel tank prior to takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX98FA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98FA031.md): Cessna U206B · Markleeville, CA · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 1997 · N4982F · Destroyed
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision, which resulted in his failure to maintain sufficient altitude or clearance from mountainous terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the excessive gross weight of the airplane, the high density altitude, and the…
- [NTSB FTW98LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA029.md): Cessna 185C · Farmington, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 1997 · N725 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper preflight of the airplane, by failing to properly set the elevator trim for takeoff, and his improper use use of the elevator flight controls. A related factor was: the pilot's lack of recent experience in the make and model of airplane.
- [NTSB SEA98LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98LA004.md): Beech V-35 · Medford, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 1997 · N5482U · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane.
- [NTSB FTW98FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA012.md): Cessna A188B · Morton, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1997 · N731GY · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB SEA98LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98LA034.md): Cessna U-206E · Friday Harbor, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 1997 · N9428G · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to park with the aircraft headed into the wind in high wind conditions. A factor include the high wind condition.
- [NTSB LAX98LA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98LA003.md): Cessna 185F · Oakland, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 1997 · N17SR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB FTW98LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA021.md): Cessna 210L · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 1997 · N93089 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. A related factor was his attention being diverted.
- [NTSB MIA97LA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA252.md): Cessna A188B · Greenwood, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 30, 1997 · N731RP · Destroyed
  > The intentional operation of the airplane from an unsuitable takeoff area by the pilot-in-command and inadvertent rotation of the airplane after encountering rising terrain on the runway.
- [NTSB ANC97LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA153.md): Cessna 185E · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 1997 · N70122 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to water contaminated fuel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane. A factor associated with the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW97LA342](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA342.md): Beech V35 · Sulphur Springs, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 1997 · N9453S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's delayed extension of the landing gear.
- [NTSB CHI97LA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA288.md): Beech 35-C33A · Amana, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1997 · N5729V · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision. The fence (location) was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC97LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA134.md): Cessna 207A · Bethel, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1997 · N7318U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the weather conditions. Factors in the accident were a downdraft, crosswind conditions, and rough/uneven terrain.
- [NTSB NYC97FA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97FA178.md): Cessna U206B · Gilbertsville, KY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 1997 · N206KY · Destroyed
  > The improper repair of a float by maintenance personnel which resulted in the total failure of the float.
- [NTSB FTW97LA338](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA338.md): Beech V35B · Saguache, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 1997 · N7397R · Substantial damage
  > **This report was modified on 2/23/2016. Please see the public docket for this accident for additional information.** the loss of engine power during cruise for undetermined reasons and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot during the forced…
- [NTSB ANC97LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA140.md): Cessna U206F · King Salmon, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 1997 · N7032Q · Destroyed
  > the pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area. Factors were the sand bar and the pilot's failure to use all available waterway for the takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC97LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA138.md): Cessna U206E · Mcgrath, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 1997 · N9129M · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in overload failure of the nose gear and a nose over. Factors associated with the accident were: the pilot's failure to follow procedures and directives by neglecting to…
- [NTSB ANC97LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA136.md): Cessna 185F · Kotzebue, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1997 · N93276 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. A factor was the short length of the off-airport site.
- [NTSB LAX97LA312](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA312.md): Cessna T210J · Avra Valley, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 1997 · N2280R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot became lost/disoriented during his taxiing into the ramp area. Factors in the accident were the lack of taxiway lights, the pilot's lack of familiarity with the layout of the airport, and the airport operator's failure to either identify the…
- [NTSB LAX97LA299](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA299.md): Cessna 210E · Oxnard, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 1997 · N1808F · Destroyed
  > The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure a fuel supply line during a 100-hour inspection and the failure of inspection personnel to detect the loose fitting.
- [NTSB LAX97LA290](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA290.md): Cessna 185 · Buckeye, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1997 · N1023F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgement of the clearance between the aircraft and the tree.
- [NTSB CHI97LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA257.md): Cessna A188B · Elwood, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1997 · N731GE · Substantial damage
  > the pilot not maintaining clearance from the bushes. Factors contributing to this accident were the pilot's inadequate preparation prior to the takeoff attempt, his changing flap positions during the takeoff run which degraded the airplane's performance…
- [NTSB ANC97FA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97FA121.md): Cessna U206G · Halibut Cove, AK · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1997 · N756AD · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper evaluation of the weather conditions which led the pilot to maneuver within the confines of the lake to avoid surrounding terrain and a subsequent inadvertent stall. Factors were the terrain-induced turbulence and gusts.
- [NTSB ANC97LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA120.md): Cessna 185 · Chickaloon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1997 · N5246E · Substantial damage
  > inadequate maintenance inspection and failure of the left main landing gear attachment due to fatigue. A factor was continuous use of the airplane for rough area, off-airport landings.
- [NTSB MIA97LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA228.md): Cessna A188B · Cadaretta, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 1997 · N731VR · Substantial damage
  > a hard landing resulting in the airplane departing the runway and impacting with a tree.
- [NTSB FTW97LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA297.md): Beech F33A · Creede, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1997 · N179DD · Destroyed
  > The pilot's intentional low altitude flight over mountainous terrain, inadequate altitude to clear surrounding obstacles, and his misjudging vertical clearance. A factor was the pilot's use of an inappropriate chart for navigation.
- [NTSB CHI97LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA235.md): Cessna A188A · Norfolk, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1997 · N9902G · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, and failure or inability to control the airplane after encountering wake turbulence at low altitude during an aerial application maneuver. A related factor was the low altitude of the airplane when the wake…
- [NTSB CHI97LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA241.md): Bellanca 17-30A · Eagle, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1997 · N8237R · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations, his decision to switch fuel tanks too late, and fuel starvation.
- [NTSB CHI97LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA228.md): Cessna 188B · Halstead, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 1997 · N4864Q · Substantial damage
  > the pilot failed to maintain adequate clearance from the transmission wires. Factors included the malfunctioning of the wire cutter and pilot fatigue.
- [NTSB ANC97LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA112.md): Cessna 206 · Palmer, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 1997 · N9412Z · Substantial damage
  > A fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft, and an inadequate engine cylinder replacement by maintenance personnel. A factor in the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC97LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA153.md): Cessna 185 · Norway, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1997 · N8717Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering to avoid an obstacle.
- [NTSB ANC97LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA110.md): Cessna 185 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1997 · N9855X · Substantial damage
  > The pilots failure to maintain terrain clearance during the downslope, downwind, high altitude, takeoff. Factors were the snow and lighting conditions, and the tailwind takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI97LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA210.md): Cessna A188B · Aitkin, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1997 · N9746G · Substantial damage
  > loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s). A factor relating to the accident was: the wet/soft terrain in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB ANC97TA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97TA098.md): Cessna U206G · Platinum, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 7, 1997 · N756ZV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of the proper touchdown point. A factor associated with the accident was a tailwind.
- [NTSB IAD97LA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97LA093.md): Cessna A185F · Charlton, MA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N39CC · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons..
- [NTSB ANC97FA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97FA092.md): Cessna 207A · Nome, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N207SP · Destroyed
  > The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, and his failure to maintain adequate clearance from an obstruction (antenna tower). Factors in the accident were low ceilings and visibility, and the pilot's lack of familiarity with…
- [NTSB ANC97IA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97IA089.md): Cessna 185 · Anchorage, AK · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1997 · N4952E · Minor damage
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to retract the landing gear which led to an inadvertent water landing with the amphibian float wheels extended. Associated factors are the pilot's habit interference and the FAA inspector's inadequate monitoring of the flight.
- [NTSB ANC97LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA088.md): Cessna 206 · Prudhoe Bay, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1997 · N756DJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper preflight inspection of the airplane and failure to properly secure the baggage door.
- [NTSB ANC97LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA086.md): Cessna 185F · Sitka, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1997 · N60859 · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot(s) to properly flare the airplane during a simulated forced landing. The excessive rate of descent on final approach was a related factor.
- [NTSB SEA97LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA143.md): Cessna A188 · Richland, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 17, 1997 · N9766V · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. Inadequate in-flight planning and high obstructions that restricted evasive maneuvers were factors.
- [NTSB FTW97LA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA224.md): Aero Commander 200D · Little Rock, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1997 · N898LF · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation from a partially blocked fuel line which was the result of improper maintenance by unknown person(s). A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB FTW97LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA211.md): Beech 58 · Oklahoma City, OK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1997 · N22SS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol which led to an attempted takeoff in an airplane without an elevator installed.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?engine=17032&year=1997&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 year(c."eventDate") = 1997
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('17032'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=17032&year=1997

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