# NTSB investigations: Cessna 172

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 ERA16LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA018.md): Cessna 172 · Campobello, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2015 · N6636A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to water contamination.
- [NTSB ERA15CA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15CA327.md): Cessna 172 · Riviera Beach, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 22, 2015 · N8952B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat prior to descending in atmospheric conditions conducive to icing, which resulted in a total loss of power.
- [NTSB CEN15FA378](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FA378.md): Cessna 172 · Martinville, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 2015 · N8265B · Substantial damage
  > The non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain.
- [NTSB CEN15FA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FA278.md): Cessna 172 · Shreveport, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2015 · N5743A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of airplane control during initial climb after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any preimpact anomalies.
- [NTSB WPR15FA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15FA070.md): Cessna 172 · Sutter Creek, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 24, 2014 · N8518B · Substantial damage
  > The noninstrument-rated pilot's encounter with instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) while maneuvering, which resulted in a loss of airplane control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt to…
- [NTSB ERA14CA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14CA171.md): Cessna 172 · Carlisle, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 24, 2014 · N4214F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to depart with a known mechanical malfunction and his improper fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and subsequent impact with terrain during an off-airport landing.
- [NTSB ERA14CA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14CA176.md): Cessna 172B · Mt Olive, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 22, 2014 · N8988B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately secure the airplane before hand-propping the engine for startup.
- [NTSB ANC14CA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14CA005.md): Cessna 172 · Juneau, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 12, 2013 · N709SB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to land on an unsuitable surface, which resulted in a nose over.
- [NTSB CEN13LA581](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA581.md): Cessna 172 · Rio Vista, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 30, 2013 · N8878B · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb after an excessive takeoff run from a grass airstrip, which resulted in the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle-of-attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall and loss of…
- [NTSB ERA13FA388](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13FA388.md): Cessna 172 · Limington, ME · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2013 · N8063B · Substantial damage
  > An impairing medical event of undetermined origin that led to a loss of control during takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN13CA495](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13CA495.md): Cessna 172 · Kankakee, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 18, 2013 · N5148A · Substantial damage
  > The airplane struck a deer during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the perimeter fence being less than FAA's recommended 10 feet high.
- [NTSB CEN13LA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA216.md): Cessna 172 · Wonewoc, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2013 · N8033B · Substantial damage
  > The restricted vented fuel cap and obstructed fuel vent lines, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB CEN13CA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13CA200.md): Cessna 172 · Kremmling, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 16, 2013 · N7407A · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB CEN13LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA166.md): Cessna 172 · Akron, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 17, 2013 · N6199E · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s physical impairment due to alcohol intoxication, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall during landing.
- [NTSB WPR12CA337](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA337.md): Cessna 172 · Grand Canyon, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 28, 2012 · N8100B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR12FA274](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA274.md): Cessna 172 · Veneta, OR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2012 · N5781A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and altitude to clear trees during the initial climb after takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC12CA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12CA054.md): Cessna 172 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 16, 2012 · N5874A · Substantial damage
  > The improper decision of the driver of the all-terrain vehicle to enter an active runway.
- [NTSB WPR12CA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA153.md): Cessna 172 · Johnson Valley, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 3, 2012 · N6749A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not properly secure the airplane prior to rotating the propeller by hand, resulting in inadvertent movement of the airplane.
- [NTSB ERA11CA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA331.md): Cessna 172 · Ghent, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 8, 2011 · N8895B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to abort the landing and execute a go-around.
- [NTSB WPR11LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA211.md): Cessna 172 · Mesa, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 2011 · N4072F · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's inadequate directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB CEN11CA293](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA293.md): Cessna 172 · Greenville, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 16, 2011 · N6933A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed action in performing a go-around maneuver, which resulted in an impact with trees.
- [NTSB WPR11CA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA177.md): Cessna 172 · Republic, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 31, 2011 · N7302A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB WPR11CA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA152.md): Cessna 172 · Lancaster, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 13, 2011 · N31FC · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the certified flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB WPR11FA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA117.md): Cessna 172 · Glendora, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2011 · N6922A · Substantial damage
  > The flight crew's failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance while maneuvering in downdraft conditions over mountains.
- [NTSB ERA11LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA065.md): Cessna 172 · Hobe Sound, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 16, 2010 · N8306B · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to fuel contamination in the carburetor.
- [NTSB WPR10CA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA327.md): Cessna 172 · Cascade, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2010 · N5720A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s encounter with an unknown hole in the runway during the landing roll.
- [NTSB WPR10CA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA144.md): Cessna 172 · Sparks, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 22, 2010 · N7499A · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to select the correct fuel selector position.
- [NTSB WPR10LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA123.md): Cessna 172 · Pahrump, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 30, 2010 · N8959B · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation as a result of the improper installation of the carburetor float valve by unknown personnel.
- [NTSB WPR10CA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA062.md): Cessna 172 · Yucca Valley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 21, 2009 · N8504B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind gusts and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
- [NTSB ERA09LA527](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA527.md): Cessna 172 · Lowndesville, SC · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 2009 · N5845A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and improper decision to continue flight into deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation after entering instrument flight conditions.
- [NTSB CEN09LA409](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA409.md): Cessna 172 · Latimer, IA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2009 · N8138B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power line while flying at a low altitude.
- [NTSB WPR09LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA056.md): Cessna 172 · Lompoc, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2008 · N6461E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power line. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent experience.
- [NTSB NYC08CA303](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA303.md): Cessna 172 · Newton, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 30, 2008 · N6478E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing.
- [NTSB MIA08CA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA157.md): Cessna 172 · Wingate, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 2, 2008 · N6026A · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around.
- [NTSB DEN08LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA129.md): Cessna 172 · Athens, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 2008 · N6257E · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during initial climb due to undetermined reasons, which led to an uncontrolled descent and subsequent aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper preflight decision to attempt the flight with a…
- [NTSB LAX08CA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA164.md): Cessna 172 · Santa Rosa, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2008 · N6494E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper in-flight decision making and inadequate fuel consumption calculations that resulted in fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB SEA08CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA132.md): Cessna 172 · Big Timber, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 10, 2008 · N8103E · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during landing which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB SEA08FA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08FA116.md): Cessna 172N · McCall, ID · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 3, 2008 · N75856 · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate visual lookout and clearance from another airplane while attempting to land on the same runway. Contributing to the accident was the non-standard pattern entry of the pilot.
- [NTSB CHI08CA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA090.md): Cessna 172 · Apple River, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 1, 2008 · N8366B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his failure to obtain/maintain directional control. Contributing factors were a crosswind and a snow bank.
- [NTSB MIA08CA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA018.md): Cessna 172 · McKinnon, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 18, 2007 · N5803A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to perform a go around.
- [NTSB MIA07CA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA141.md): Cessna 172 · Mooresville, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 7, 2007 · N6729A · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane by the pilot-in-command for his failure to remove all water contamination from the fuel system.
- [NTSB NYC07CA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA204.md): Cessna 172 · Julian, WV · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 26, 2007 · N6670A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning. Contributing to the accident were the overcast cloud conditions and the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB LAX07CA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07CA254.md): Cessna 172 · Leavenworth, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 19, 2007 · N5967A · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate clearance from the trees.
- [NTSB CHI07LA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA185.md): Cessna 172 · Oak Grove, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 2007 · N6267E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB ATL07LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07LA092.md): Cessna 172 · Brinson, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2007 · N921JR · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to a blocked carburetor jet.
- [NTSB SEA07FA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07FA165.md): Cessna 172 · Yellow Pine, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 2007 · N6233E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of the wrong routing through mountainous terrain and his failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance.
- [NTSB SEA07LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA094.md): Cessna 172 · Chiriaco Summit, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 7, 2007 · N8340B · Destroyed
  > Engine fire during start-up for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC07CA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA069.md): Cessna 172 · Utica, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 25, 2007 · N7141A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a snowbank.
- [NTSB CHI07CA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA012.md): Cessna 172 · Maryville, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 29, 2006 · N8196B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing leading to the nose gear overload.
- [NTSB ANC06CA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA138.md): Cessna 172 · Palmer, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 24, 2006 · N7939B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow the checklist to ensure the proper positioning of the magneto switch during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power, and a subsequent collision with high vegetation during the takeoff run. A factor…

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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.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072402'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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