# NTSB investigations: Lycoming O&VO-360 series, 1993

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 LAX94LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA079.md): Aero Commander 100 · Chico, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 25, 1993 · N4042X · Destroyed
  > Issuance of an improper (special VFR) clearance by the tower controller, while the visibility was less than one mile, continued VFR flight by the pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the…
- [NTSB FTW94LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA053.md): Brantly Helicopter B-2 · Giddings, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 24, 1993 · N2111U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain main rotor RPM. The weather conditions and delayed application of carburetor were factors in the accident.
- [NTSB CHI94LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA059.md): Beech C23 · Eden Prairie, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 23, 1993 · N9228S · Substantial damage
  > an inadequate preflight by both the CFI and student pilot. Factors contributing to the accident was poor communications between the CFI and student pilot, and hilly terrain.
- [NTSB FTW94LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA048.md): Aero Commander 100-180 · El Paso, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 12, 1993 · N3718X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent flight into clear air turbulence.
- [NTSB FTW94LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA047.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Fort Worth, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 11, 1993 · N8835J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL94LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94LA027.md): Wonder VAN'S Acft RV-6 · Ridgeland, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 7, 1993 · N443MW · Substantial damage
  > Improper installation of the magnetos by maintenance personnel, which allowed the right magneto to come loose, oil to escape from the engine, and subsequent oil starvation.
- [NTSB MIA94LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA036.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Tupelo, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 5, 1993 · N2382T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-commands failure to monitor fuel consumption.
- [NTSB NYC94LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA030.md): Piper PA-44-180 · Hopkinsville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 3, 1993 · N39595 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper IFR procedure by conducting flight below minimum descent altitude (MDA) without visual referece which resulted in an inflight collision with wires. A factor was the wire.
- [NTSB SEA94LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA035.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Brookings, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 1993 · N8829J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and icing of the induction air filter/screen. Factors include weather conditions conducive to icing, and rough/uneven terrain in the area of attempted landing.
- [NTSB LAX94LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA050.md): Cessna 172RG · Santa Ana, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 1993 · N9620B · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > were the CFI's inadequate supervision of the flight and his delay in taking remedial action. The dual student's excessive taxi speed and the worn right brake lining were factors in this accident.
- [NTSB LAX94LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA026.md): Cessna 177B · Pleasant Grove, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 28, 1993 · N18174 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the starter to turn the engine over due to inadequate maintenance and inspection.
- [NTSB LAX94LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA029.md): Beech 76 · Livermore, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 26, 1993 · N6626X · Substantial damage
  > the dual student's improper use of the throttle and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.
- [NTSB LAX94LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA021.md): Beech 76 · Scottsdale, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 1993 · N5148M · Substantial damage
  > the flight instructor's failure to adequately supervise the flight, follow proper procedures/directives regarding leaning and clearing the idling engine, and his delay in applying power to the idling engine. The fouled spark plugs were a factor in this…
- [NTSB MIA94LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA009.md): Grumman American AA-5B · Fort Myers, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 1993 · N28930 · Minor damage
  > Improper decision by the other person (pilot's mother) to go to the airplane, while the pilot was making checks in preparation for flight, and her failure to identify the hazardous condition (turning propeller).
- [NTSB ANC94LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC94LA012.md): Piper PA-18 · Haines, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 1993 · N5285J · Substantial damage
  > Fatigue failure in a weld on the right main landing gear oleo strut tubing.
- [NTSB LAX93LA372](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA372.md): Cryder RV-6 · Ely, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 30, 1993 · N607DC · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of his conventional gear airplane after the failure of a main landing gear tire.
- [NTSB CHI93LA380](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA380.md): Cessna 177B · Fayette, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 1993 · N35163 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot-in-command's failure to refuel the airplane. A factor was a road sign and fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB MIA93FA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93FA198.md): Socata TB 10 · Aguadilla, PR · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 1993 · N104F · Destroyed
  > In flight encounter with a level ii thunderstorm and flight into known advese weather by the pilot in command. Contributing to the accident was failure of the pilot in command to obtain a preflight weather briefing.
- [NTSB CHI93LA367](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA367.md): Mooney M20C · Crivitz, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 1993 · N6752N · Substantial damage
  > fuel starvation caused by foreign matter in the fuel tank strainer.
- [NTSB SEA93LA197](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA197.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Merrill, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1993 · N6114J · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion and inadequate inflight planning/decision.
- [NTSB CHI93LA355](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA355.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Davison, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1993 · N38602 · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in inadequate fuel and fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB BFO93LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO93LA157.md): Mooney M20C · Oak Grove, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 1993 · N78992 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's innacurate preflight fuel consuption calculations and inadequate in-flight planning/decisions, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor related to the accident was: high obstructions in the emergency landing…
- [NTSB SEA93LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA182.md): Piper PA-24 · Ilwaco, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 1993 · N8267P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning, and his attempt to take off with the aircraft over gross weight.
- [NTSB CHI93LA347](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA347.md): Wells Pitts S-2-S · Bloomington, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 1993 · N10T · Destroyed
  > the pilot in command continued the aerobatic maneuver too long to effect a safe level off.
- [NTSB SEA93LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA180.md): Beech C23 · Lakeview, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 1993 · N6547R · Substantial damage
  > A fractured exhaust valve. The rough terrain was a factor.
- [NTSB ANC93LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC93LA156.md): Bellanca 8GCBC · Galbraith Lake, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 1993 · N8575V · Substantial damage
  > The pilots improper preflight planning/preparation. A factor was the unfavorable wind.
- [NTSB ANC93LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC93LA155.md): Piper PA-22 · Jay Creek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 1993 · N6066D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain on which to land.
- [NTSB LAX93LA330](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA330.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Showlow, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1993 · N9533J · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to a separation of the mixture control balljoint assembly at the carburetor mixture arm and subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA93LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93LA181.md): Grumman AA-5 · Delray Beach, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 1993 · N11LT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's/flight instructor failure to communicate his intentions with the student pilot to effect a positive transfer of the flight controls, and improper handling of the airplane on landing roll out, resulting in an on ground collision with a…
- [NTSB NYC93LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93LA156.md): Cessna 177A · Lawrence, MA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 1993 · N30393 · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the battery box cover by maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB NYC93LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93LA153.md): Cessna 172RG · Philadelphia, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 13, 1993 · N6419V · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the cessa pilot to remain clear of the parked Beech C90.
- [NTSB LAX93LA312](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA312.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Fresno, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1993 · N3053N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate flare and his improper recovery from the resulting bounced landing. Factors related to this accident were the alternator failure and the night condition.
- [NTSB MIA93FA163](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93FA163.md): Beech C23 · St Petersburg, FL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1993 · N60093 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during the go-around, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's lack of familiarity with the airport, and his selection of the wrong runway.
- [NTSB ATL93LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA131.md): Aero Commander 112 · Broadway, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1993 · N1035J · Substantial damage
  > Water and contaminants in the aircraft fuel system, and the pilot's inadequate preflight of the aircraft. A factor was the rough terrain at the forced landing site.
- [NTSB LAX93LA293](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA293.md): Aviat A-1 · Selma, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1993 · N9614L · Substantial damage
  > the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain direction control, inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions, and improper use of the rudder. The pilot's lack of total experience in the accident airplane make and model is a factor in this accident.
- [NTSB BFO93LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO93LA125.md): Hancock- Harris Pitts Special · Independent Hil, VA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1993 · N3186 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB BFO93FA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO93FA119.md): Bellanca 8GCBC · Berlin, MD · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1993 · N88189 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed during pullup from an attempted banner pickup, which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB CHI93LA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA252.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Senter, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1993 · N1630H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's inadequate pre-flight planning. Factors relating to this accident are fuel exhaustion, unsuitable terrain on which to make an emergency landing, as well as an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB BFO93FA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO93FA113.md): Piper PA-24-180 · Madison Heights, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1993 · N7443P · Destroyed
  > Engine failure due to oil starvation as a result of inadequate maintenance and inspection of the oil cooler lines.
- [NTSB FTW93LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA204.md): Cessna 177B · Shawnee, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1993 · N18739 · Substantial damage
  > Fuel system exhaustion induced power loss for undetermined reasons. A factor was a lack of suitable terrain.
- [NTSB FTW93LA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA206.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Rogers, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1993 · N2839B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. A factor was the tailwind.
- [NTSB BFO93FA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO93FA129.md): Piper PA-28-180 · California, MD · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1993 · N5291L · Destroyed
  > The pilot initiating VFR flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Factors which contributed to the accident were: the pilot's failure to obtain a weather briefing, his lack of sleep, and the existing weather conditions.
- [NTSB NYC93LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93LA135.md): Beech C23 · Montgomery, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 1993 · N66347 · Substantial damage
  > A power loss due to a collapsed air duct and a consequent blockage of induction air, which resulted in a forced landing and an on ground collision with a ditch.
- [NTSB FTW93LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA199.md): Maule MX-7-180 · Eufaula, OK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 29, 1993 · N4UM · Substantial damage
  > The pilots improper compensation for the wind conditions. A factor was the crosswind
- [NTSB CHI93LA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA231.md): Mooney M20C · Eveleth, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1993 · N7131V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft.
- [NTSB SEA93LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA136.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Provo, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 1993 · N8262S · Substantial damage
  > The wild animals on the runway. A factor relating to the accident was the dark night light conditions.
- [NTSB MIA93LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93LA139.md): Beech 23 · Tampa, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 1993 · N24693 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's improper landing flare, which resulted in the aircraft bouncing and entering a porpoise maneuver. Contributing to the accident was his failure to recover from the bounced landing and perform a go-around.
- [NTSB ATL93LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA098.md): Grumman AA5B · Cummings, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 1993 · N74092 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power resulting from the formation of carburetor ice during the ground operation. A factor was the pilot's failure to obtain a weather briefing.
- [NTSB ATL93T#A01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93T%23A01.md): Bellanca 8GCBC · Billingsley, AL · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 27, 1993 · N88111 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB BFO93LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO93LA097.md): Bellanca 8GCBC · Reedsville, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 26, 1993 · N2510Z · Substantial damage
  > Tailwheel landing gear system components failing due to their worn condition resulting in the loss of ground steering capability. A factor in this accident was a gusting crosswind encountered during landing roll.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?engine=41514&year=1993&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") = 1993
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('41514'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=41514&year=1993

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