# NTSB investigations: Lycoming 0-540 series, 2009

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.

## Latest cases

- [NTSB WPR10CA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA077.md): Pilatus Britten-Norman BN-2B-26 · Pago Pago, Antarctica · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 30, 2009 · N27BN · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's action to maneuver the airplane to avoid a collision with a flock of birds while on final approach, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the birds.
- [NTSB WPR10FA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA068.md): Schleicher ASW-27 · Middletown, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 28, 2009 · N127AL · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to yield right of way to the glider.
- [NTSB WPR10CA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA067.md): Piper PA-25-260 · Llano, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 27, 2009 · N9600P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind conditions and failure to maintain lateral and directional control.
- [NTSB ERA10CA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA051.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Morovis, PR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 5, 2009 · N440M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s delayed attempt to go around.
- [NTSB WPR10CA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA193.md): Robinson R44 · San Juan Batista, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 29, 2009 · N144RF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from wires while maneuvering and his subsequent improper use of the collective control, which resulted in the main rotor contacting the tail boom.
- [NTSB CEN10LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA023.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Peoria, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2009 · N3357W · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during climb out after takeoff, which resulted in a forced landing to a roadway.
- [NTSB WPR10FA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA005.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Black Canyon City, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 4, 2009 · N7471P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue VFR flight into instrument meteorological weather conditions which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were low ceilings, reduced visibility, and mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB CEN09LA605](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA605.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Troy, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 25, 2009 · N4864S · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's selection of an empty or nearly empty main tank for takeoff.
- [NTSB WPR09LA436](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA436.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Torrance, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2009 · N8361X · Substantial damage
  > A main rotor overspeed due to the pilot’s failure to maintain rotor RPM within allowable limits during a practice autorotation.
- [NTSB ERA09LA490](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA490.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Bainbridge, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2009 · N7339Z · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to the loss of camshaft timing as a result of the displacement of the idler gear assembly.
- [NTSB CEN09CA515](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA515.md): Cessna TR182 · Carrollton, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 10, 2009 · N736UD · Substantial damage
  > The airplane's impact with the deer during the night landing.
- [NTSB CEN09CA483](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA483.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Royal, IA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 3, 2009 · N6701Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the crop during an aerial application maneuver.
- [NTSB ERA09FA417](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA417.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Boonsboro, MD · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2009 · N7189W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper decision to depart on a visual flight rules (VFR) flight at night in adverse weather conditions in close proximity to rising mountainous terrain in a helicopter that was only certified to be operated under VFR and his subsequent failure…
- [NTSB ERA09FA411](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA411.md): Cessna R182 · Hayesville, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 2009 · N778RK · Destroyed
  > Flight into terrain for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC09WA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09WA063.md): Maule M-5-235C · Whitehorse, Canada · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 14, 2009 · N9138E · Substantial damage
  > On July 13, 2009, about 2145 pacific daylight time, a float-equipped Maule M-5-235C airplane, N9138E, nosed over and partially sank while landing on Kluane Lake, about 127 miles northwest of Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. The airplane was being operated as a…
- [NTSB ERA09CA395](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA395.md): Piper PA-28-235 · Rutherford, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 11, 2009 · N8658W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while performing a go-around which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB ERA09LA380](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA380.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Westerly, RI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 2009 · N4898Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use carburetor heat resulting in a complete loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB WPR09CA315](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA315.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Preston, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 27, 2009 · N8600L · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion that resulted from the pilot's inadequate fuel planning.
- [NTSB CEN09FA369](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA369.md): Cessna R182 · Dougherty, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2009 · N182GT · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s improper decision to continue flight into known adverse weather conditions resulting in his inability to maintain aircraft control after penetrating the thunderstorm gust front. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of preflight…
- [NTSB ANC09CA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA056.md): Maule M-5-235C · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2009 · N407X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area with an unfavorable wind.
- [NTSB ERA09CA318](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA318.md): Piper PA28 · Elberton, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 1, 2009 · N8909W · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR09CA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA271.md): S.O.C.A.T.A. Rallye 235 · Ontario, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 23, 2009 · N315RA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged landing flare. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of any experience in the make and model airplane.
- [NTSB ANC09LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA042.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 2009 · N7440P · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the blockage of the carburetor air inlet by a piece of engine baffling. Contributing to the accident was a worn engine baffle, and the pilot/owner's failure to have the engine baffle replaced.
- [NTSB WPR09CA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA240.md): Fagan BearHawk · Hadley, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 12, 2009 · N232PF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswinds during takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC09GA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09GA040.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 12, 2009 · N7196H · Substantial damage
  > The main rotor transmission mount design, which resulted in an in-flight vibration/oscillation, and damage to the helicopter during an emergency descent and hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the lack of information from the manufacturer regarding…
- [NTSB WPR09LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA204.md): Maule M-5-235C · Los Angeles, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 16, 2009 · N9219E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswinds and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB WPR09FA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA192.md): Piper PA-24-250 · San Diego, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 11, 2009 · N7690P · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during an en route cruise descent through multiple cloud layers, resulting in an in-flight breakup.
- [NTSB CEN09CA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA245.md): Cessna R182 · Granger, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 11, 2009 · N756BZ · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to visually verify that sufficient fuel was on board prior to flight.
- [NTSB WPR09LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA169.md): Piper PA-28-235 · San Carlos, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2009 · N9249W · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09CA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA157.md): Piper PA-24-250 · San Luis Obispo, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 17, 2009 · N8215P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswinds during touchdown.
- [NTSB WPR09FA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA150.md): Piper PA28-236 · Pomona, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2009 · N129AB · Destroyed
  > The pilot's spatial disorientation while flying in instrument meteorological conditions that resulted in a loss of control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent instrument flying experience.
- [NTSB WPR09LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA139.md): Maule M-5 · Calexico, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 3, 2009 · N9166E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09CA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA131.md): Cessna TR182 · Amargosa Valley, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 27, 2009 · N2518S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and runway alignment.
- [NTSB CEN09LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA171.md): Piper PA-28C-235 · Falcon, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 22, 2009 · N9487W · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management.
- [NTSB WPR09CA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA109.md): Seher Bearhawk · Reno, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 5, 2009 · N846BH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident were a crosswind and the pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN09LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA144.md): Cox William M Bearhawk · Anahuac, TX · Accident · 3 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 29, 2009 · N3WC · Substantial damage
  > A loss of control in flight for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA131.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Pensacola, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 6, 2009 · N7160Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed following a total loss of engine power during a low-level approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was fuel exhaustion due to the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning.

## 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") = 2009
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('41532'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=41532&year=2009

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