# NTSB investigations: Lycoming 0-320 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 DEN08CA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA020.md): Cessna 172N · Grand Junction, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2007 · N1422E · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB DEN08CA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA019.md): Grumman American AA-5 · Wheatland, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2007 · N5859L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to execute an off-airport landing on a dirt road. A contributing factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB ANC08CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA008.md): Piper PA-18 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2007 · N3236P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area which resulted in an on ground encounter with terrain, and a nose over.
- [NTSB LAX08CA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA015.md): Cessna 172N · Daggett, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 20, 2007 · N5323D · Substantial damage
  > The flight's encounter with a strong gusty wind condition.
- [NTSB ANC08LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA007.md): Cessna 172M · Rangeley, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2007 · N92737 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare/touchdown. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB DFW08CA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA011.md): Cessna 172 · McAllen, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 12, 2007 · N65591 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the landing approach resulting in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB NYC08CA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA011.md): Slagle Thorp T-18 · Franklin, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 11, 2007 · N515HS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing.
- [NTSB MIA08LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA004.md): Piper PA-28-160 · Hillsville, VA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2007 · N5235W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around.
- [NTSB LAX08LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA009.md): Cessna 172L · Prescott, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2007 · N9897G · Substantial damage
  > The failure of maintenance personnel to detect fatigue cracks in the number 3 exhaust rocker arm, which lead to a partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CHI08LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08LA006.md): Piper PA-28-151 · Festus, MO · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 2007 · N43246 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight, fuel system water contamination and fuel starvation which resulted in a loss of engine power during landing approach. An additional cause was the emergency landing procedure not followed by the pilot following a loss…
- [NTSB DFW08CA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA003.md): Cessna 172N · Oxford, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 7, 2007 · N5260J · Substantial damage
  > The pilots inadvertent stall during takeoff. A contributing factor was his failure to calculate the aircraft gross weight prior to the flight.
- [NTSB MIA08LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA002.md): Bellanca 7GCAA · Toughkenamon, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2007 · N8642V · Substantial damage
  > The reason for this accident is undetermined.
- [NTSB MIA08FA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08FA003.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · Newton, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 2007 · N62970 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the right wing wooden spar due while the airplane was in cruise flight, due to the mechanic's inadequate annual inspection and his failure to comply with an airworthiness directive.
- [NTSB LAX08FA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08FA002.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Oak Hills, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 2007 · N6549W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions and failure to maintain terrain clearance during cruise flight. Contributing to the accident were mountainous terrain, dark night, and fog.
- [NTSB DEN08CA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA002.md): Cessna 172N · Calhan, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 4, 2007 · N2263E · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CHI08CA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA005.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Hot Springs, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 4, 2007 · N4157R · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power due to inadequate fuel consumption calculations by the pilot resulting in fuel starvation while maneuvering over a lake at too low altitude for a safe landing. An additional cause was the unsuitable terrain encountered during…
- [NTSB SEA08FA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08FA005.md): Piper PA-18 · Crowley Ranch, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 2007 · N91254 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a power transmission line while maneuvering. Contributing to this accident was the pilot's diverted attention, and decision to maneuver at a low altitude.
- [NTSB SEA08CA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA004.md): Piper PA 28-151 · Salt Lake City, UT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 3, 2007 · N8549F · Substantial damage
  > The leak at the fuel line fitting, which resulted in a fire during engine start.
- [NTSB CHI08CA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA002.md): Piper PA28-161 · Grand Forks, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 3, 2007 · N437ND · Substantial damage
  > The lack of experience and the excessive taxi speed by the pilot. A contributing factors was the airport sign.
- [NTSB NYC07CA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA242.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Indiana, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 30, 2007 · N1839T · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB LAX07CA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07CA288.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · Laurel, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 30, 2007 · N41695 · Substantial damage
  > Corrosion and fatigue-induced failure of the landing gear structure.
- [NTSB CHI07CA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA311.md): Grumman American AA-5 Traveler · Warrenton, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 29, 2007 · N9583L · Substantial damage
  > The low airspeed gust factor by the pilot, the altitude/clearance not maintained by the pilot, and the inadequate compensation for wind conditions by the pilot during the landing approach. Contributing factors were the trees and wind gusts.
- [NTSB SEA07CA273](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07CA273.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 25, 2007 · N6716J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions while landing, which resulted in an undershoot and an in-flight collision with terrain. Factors associated with the accident were the downdraft, the uneven terrain, and the flight instructor's delayed…
- [NTSB MIA07LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07LA155.md): Grumman AA-5A · Worthington, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 2007 · N26442 · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the engine's No. 4 piston from the crankshaft for unidentified reasons and the pilot's continued operation with known equipment deficiencies.
- [NTSB SEA07CA269](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07CA269.md): Robinson R-22 Beta · Bend, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 21, 2007 · N2341J · Substantial damage
  > Proper descent rate not obtained/maintained during a pinnacle approach.
- [NTSB NYC07CA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA235.md): Cessna 172 · Meriden, CT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 21, 2007 · N7837G · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB ANC07CA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA101.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Cooper Landing, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 19, 2007 · N2825Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain altitude/clearance from objects, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees during takeoff/initial climb. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to takeoff into known adverse weather.
- [NTSB SEA07CA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07CA265.md): Piper PA 28-140 · Flagstaff, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 18, 2007 · N4764T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a forced landing off the end of the runway. A contributing factor to the accident was the gusting wind.
- [NTSB SEA07FA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07FA246.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Alsea, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 2007 · N6735J · Substantial damage
  > Terrain clearance was not maintained while maneuvering. A low altitude during the maneuver and hilly terrain were factors.
- [NTSB LAX07CA279](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07CA279.md): Cessna 172L · Helena, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 13, 2007 · N7221Q · Substantial damage
  > unexpected collision with birds on short final that damaged the airplane wing structure.
- [NTSB LAX07FA272](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07FA272.md): Grumman American AA-5 · Joshua Tree, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2007 · N119G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance during descent. Contributing to the accident were dark night conditions and mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB CHI07CA296](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA296.md): Cessna 172 Skyhawk · Stockton, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2007 · N12189 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, her subsequent loss of control of the airplane, and the inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB ANC07LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA099.md): Piper PA-18 · Tok, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 2007 · N82022 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area and failure to maintain clearance from trees during takeoff. Contributing to the accident were soft, muddy terrain conditions.
- [NTSB MIA07CA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA144.md): Cessna 177 · Columbia, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2007 · N2353Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as a result of the fuel mixture cable failure for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA07CA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA143.md): Cessna 172N · Carrabelle, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 8, 2007 · N1954F · Substantial damage
  > The improper flare by the pilot-in-command resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ATL07FA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07FA125.md): Cessna 172M · Mansfield, MA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2007 · N19952 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper use of wing flaps during takeoff, which resulted in reduced climb performance and a subsequent stall. Contributing to the accident was the exceedance of the airplane's maximum gross weight.
- [NTSB NYC07FA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07FA217.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Syria, VA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 2007 · N6493W · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the dark night conditions.
- [NTSB SEA07LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA251.md): Cessna 172M · Thompson, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2007 · N8945V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering in a box canyon.
- [NTSB CHI07CA294](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA294.md): Cessna 172M · Pontiac, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2007 · N73455 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of the landing flare and her improper recovery from the bounced landing.
- [NTSB ANC07TA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07TA093.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Valdez, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 3, 2007 · N2355H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff. A factor contributing to the accident was an inadvertent stall/mush.
- [NTSB LAX07LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA263.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Modesto, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2007 · N13WA · Destroyed
  > The failure of the airplane's exhaust muffler during takeoff that was due to an inadequate annual inspection. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's inadequate inspection to isolate the smoke source, and the pilot's decision to continue flight with an…
- [NTSB CHI07LA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA288.md): Cessna 172M · Union Star, MO · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2007 · N1502V · Destroyed
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the subsequent inadvertent stall while buzzing residences. Contributing to the accident was the pilot performing buzzing maneuvers.
- [NTSB DEN07CA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07CA151.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Rawlins, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 31, 2007 · N3914Z · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A contributing factor to the accident was the crosswind.
- [NTSB ATL07CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07CA132.md): Cessna C172N · Manassas, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 25, 2007 · N733BS · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to correct for a pilot-induced oscillation/porpoise, during flare/touchdown, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ANC07LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA090.md): Cessna 150G · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 2007 · N2981S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive flap setting during takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL07CA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07CA117.md): Cessna 172K · Charlotte, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 20, 2007 · N7410G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB NYC07CA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA195.md): Cessna 172L · Winston-Salem, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 18, 2007 · N7125Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB NYC07FA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07FA193.md): Cessna 172N · Rochester, NY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 2007 · N738JE · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failuire to maitain adequate airspeed during a turning maneuver which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB ATL07CA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07CA118.md): Piper PA28-140 · Front Royal, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 15, 2007 · N6455R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB CHI07LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA266.md): Cessna 172M · Marine City, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 2007 · N13586 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors contributing to the accident were the insufficient runway remaining and the soft terrain.

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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 ('41508'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=41508&page=52

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