# NTSB investigations: Lycoming 0-290 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 ANC12CA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12CA086.md): Piper PA-18 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 13, 2012 · N37WP · Substantial damage
  > The passenger's inadvertent application of the brake pedals during landing, which resulted in a noseover.
- [NTSB WPR12CA354](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA354.md): Piper PA-22 · Napa, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 12, 2012 · N3580A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent loss of directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB CEN12CA537](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA537.md): Gage Midget Mustang MM-1 · Erie, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 11, 2012 · N41831 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB ERA12CA475](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA475.md): Piper PA-20 · Cooperstown, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 21, 2012 · N7465K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB CEN12LA348](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA348.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Bangor, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 2012 · N3431A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to properly service the fuel system, and subsequent decision to conduct the flight with known fuel system deficiencies, which led to the total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA12CA384](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA384.md): Thomas Scott EAA Biplane Model P · Waynesburg, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 5, 2012 · N222WZ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB CEN12CA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA328.md): Shiver Tailwind W-10 · Pipe Creek, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 17, 2012 · N625JS · Substantial damage
  > An inadvertent collision with a deer during takeoff and the airplane’s subsequent departure from the runway and impact with a tree.
- [NTSB WPR12LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA200.md): Champion 7GC · Rexburg, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 12, 2012 · N4861E · Substantial damage
  > A decrease in indicated oil pressure while maneuvering at low altitude for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Also causal was the pilot’s failure to…
- [NTSB ERA12LA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA287.md): Piper PA-20 · Cross Keys, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 2012 · N7001K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in the overstress and subsequent failure of the right main landing gear assembly.
- [NTSB CEN12LA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA179.md): Skeeter 1M · Oklahoma City, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 3, 2012 · N1111V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while on final approach as he was executing a turn to provide spacing between his airplane and an airplane on the runway.
- [NTSB CEN12CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA173.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Hebron, NE · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 25, 2012 · N1213C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s did not properly secure the airplane prior to rotating the propeller by hand, resulting in inadvertent movement of the airplane and collision with a building.
- [NTSB WPR12CA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA102.md): Piper PA-18-135 · Concrete, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 12, 2012 · N1155C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not attain and maintain sufficient altitude to clear terrain while maneuvering.
- [NTSB CEN12LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA146.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Sheridan, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2012 · N2677A · Substantial damage
  > The passenger’s interference with the flight controls during the initial climb, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB CEN11FA663](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA663.md): Thorp T-18 · Plainwell, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 2011 · N54WB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain clearance from a semitrailer along the approach path.
- [NTSB ERA11LA519](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA519.md): Heinlein George GH125 · Okeechobee, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 2011 · N79GH · Substantial damage
  > The non-certificated pilot's improper flare on an earlier flight, which resulted in a hard landing, fracture of the right main landing gear bolt, and subsequent collapse of the right main landing gear.
- [NTSB CEN11CA611](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA611.md): Piper L-21B · East Liverpool, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 31, 2011 · N10365 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
- [NTSB CEN11FA597](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA597.md): Nichols Lancair 235 · Heath, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 2011 · N777BN · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to obtain adequate familiarization with the accident airplane type before the accident flight, which resulted in his failure to maintain airplane control during takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN11LA539](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA539.md): Hurley Richard A Cavalier SA102.5 · Salem, IA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 2011 · N115RH · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice.
- [NTSB WPR11FA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA319.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Verlot, WA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 2011 · N8721C · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into clouds and his failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering in an area of reduced visibility, low clouds, and mountain obscuration.
- [NTSB CEN11CA439](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA439.md): Barker A E B-2 · Sisterdale, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 30, 2011 · N6917 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles.
- [NTSB ANC11CA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA049.md): Champion 7HC · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 16, 2011 · N8976R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, resulting in the collapse of the main landing gear, and a nose over.
- [NTSB ANC11CA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA053.md): Piper PA-18A · McCarthy, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 15, 2011 · N1858A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing in gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB ANC11CA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA029.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Cordova, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 6, 2011 · N1129A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of aircraft control during final approach in gusty wind conditions, resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB CEN11FA300](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA300.md): Dahlman-Dower Tailwind W-8 · Elk City, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2011 · N7804C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt flight into instrument meteorological conditions in an airplane that was equipped for flight in visual meteorological conditions only, which resulted in the pilot’s spatial disoriented and loss of control of the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR11LA205](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA205.md): Bennett Midjet Mustang I · Ramona, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 10, 2011 · N611JB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to the overload separation of the left brake master cylinder from the left rudder pedal assembly.
- [NTSB ERA11FA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA210.md): Piper PA-20 · Elgin, SC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 25, 2011 · N7746K · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion resulting from the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning. Contributing to the accident was that the pilot did not maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB ANC11CA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA016.md): Cessna 140 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 15, 2011 · N81074 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a ground loop.
- [NTSB ANC11CA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA003.md): Piper PA-12 · Merrill Field Airport, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 16, 2010 · N4229M · Substantial damage
  > The certificated flight instructor's failure to apply the correct remedial actions to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB ANC10LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10LA084.md): Piper PA-20 · South Naknek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 2010 · N7414K · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise flight for an undetermined reason, resulting in an emergency landing and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA10LA449](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA449.md): Champion Aeronca 7HC · Louisville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2010 · N8919R · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel system contamination resulting in damage to the carburetor float.
- [NTSB WPR10CA414](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA414.md): Piper PA-18 · Buena, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 19, 2010 · N1662P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s excessive brake application, resulting in a nose over.
- [NTSB ANC10LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10LA061.md): Piper PA-14 · King Salmon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2010 · N5126H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use continuous carburetor heat while operating in carburetor icing conditions, resulting in carburetor ice and subsequent partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN10CA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA323.md): Mcculley Ronald W-8 · Lamoni, IA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2010 · N8519N · Substantial damage
  > The non-certificated pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff that exceeded the airplane's performance capability, which resulted in an overrun.
- [NTSB CEN10LA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA287.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Wellington, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 2010 · N1821P · Destroyed
  > A fire of undetermined cause that originated in the airplane's cabin.
- [NTSB WPR10LA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA268.md): Piper PA-20 · Nelson, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2010 · N7013K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of aircraft control during an undetermined phase of flight, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and subsequent collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ANC10FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10FA038.md): Piper PA-18-135 · Willow, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 14, 2010 · N1123 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree due to the effects of impairment from alcohol consumption.
- [NTSB ERA10CA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA245.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Hoensdale, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 24, 2010 · N170JH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper final approach, resulting in a bounced landing and ground loop. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in tailwheel airplanes.
- [NTSB CEN10LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA222.md): Cross-Capps Breezy · Livingston, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2010 · N125RT · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN10LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA034.md): Piper PA-18-135 · Sikeston, MO · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 31, 2009 · N1198C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA09CA548](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA548.md): Piper PA-20 · Herlong, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 13, 2009 · N7705K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper visual lookout while taxing on soft terrain.
- [NTSB WPR09CA435](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA435.md): Piper PA-20 · Bozeman, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N1544A · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot receiving instruction to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and the flight instructor's delayed corrective action.
- [NTSB ERA09CA475](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA475.md): Piper PA-22 · Tuskegee, AL · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 23, 2009 · N1415A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the aborted landing.
- [NTSB CEN09CA484](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA484.md): Piper PA22 · Terrell, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 1, 2009 · N8602C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to continue the approach and landing during thunderstorm activity, resulting in the loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB ERA09CA422](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA422.md): Dart GW · Warrenton, VA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 25, 2009 · N20930 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the wet turf landing surface.
- [NTSB ERA09CA364](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA364.md): Piper L-21B · Big Beaver, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 22, 2009 · N10365 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a landing rollout with a crosswind.
- [NTSB ERA09CA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA327.md): Meuer Mark SA900 V ST · Winchester, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2009 · N675MM · Substantial damage
  > The malfunction of the right brake during landing rollout.
- [NTSB CEN09CA315](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA315.md): Holsclaw Francis E Starduster · Ranger, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 23, 2009 · N42WT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to the buckling of the right landing gear as a result of corrosion.
- [NTSB WPR09CA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA257.md): Piper PA-20 · Glendale, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 20, 2009 · N1591A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control on the landing roll out.
- [NTSB ANC09CA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA046.md): Winship Kent S Dogger Craft · Palmer, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 16, 2009 · N530KW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over and substantial damage to the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR09FA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA234.md): Upton Bakeng Duce · Ramona, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 9, 2009 · N86YP · Substantial damage
  > An in-flight separation of the right wing, which resulted from the pilot's performance of a maneuver that produced aerodynamic loads that exceeded the wing spar’s degraded strength. The wing spar strength degradation was due to the builder's failure to comply…

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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 ('41506'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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