# NTSB investigations: Cessna A185F

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 CHI08CA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA278.md): Cessna 185 · Newberry, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2008 · N80MW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the wires on approach. Contributing to the accident was the sunshine, as reported by the pilot.
- [NTSB LAX08FA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08FA244.md): Cessna A185F · Shelton, WA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2008 · N6320N · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to attain and maintain adequate airspeed during initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB ANC08LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA085.md): Cessna 185 · McCarthy, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 2008 · N80596 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper fuel management which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power during cruise flight. Contributing to the accident was an aerodynamic stall during the emergency landing, the pilot's fatigue, and his unfamiliarity with the…
- [NTSB LAX08LA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA201.md): Cessna A185F · Rainier, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N5403E · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent extension of the left float's landing gear to near the down position due to a failure of the gear's rear hydraulic seal.
- [NTSB ANC08CA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA062.md): Cessna 185 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 5, 2008 · N125KT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was an inadvertent ground-loop.
- [NTSB ANC08CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA041.md): Cessna 185 · Takotna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 5, 2008 · N1224F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.
- [NTSB SEA07CA274](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07CA274.md): Cessna A185F · Lexington, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 26, 2007 · N6497E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop/swerve.
- [NTSB ANC07CA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA097.md): Cessna 185 · McGrath, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2007 · N94260 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area which resulted in an overrun and collision with a gravel berm during an aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were his delay in aborting the takeoff, and the short takeoff area.
- [NTSB ANC07LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA096.md): Cessna 185 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2007 · N1758R · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB ATL07LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07LA120.md): Cessna A185F · Danube, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2007 · N1344Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply.
- [NTSB DEN07CA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07CA139.md): Cessna A185F · Lake City, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 19, 2007 · N185MR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper preflight planning, his inability to attain short field takeoff performance, and his intentional maneuvering of the airplane into bushes and a fence during the aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were the high density…
- [NTSB ANC07LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA100.md): Cessna 185 · Pedro Bay, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 2007 · N3306R · Substantial damage
  > The loss of control during the landing roll for an unknown reason.
- [NTSB DEN07LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07LA124.md): Cessna A185F · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 2007 · N78011 · Substantial damage
  > This case was revised 10/31/2007. Low compression in number 2 cylinder, which reduced the airplane's climb capability. Contributing factors in this accident were the high density altitude conditions, and the tree.
- [NTSB ANC07CA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA061.md): Cessna 185F · Port Alsworth, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 6, 2007 · N9464H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's flight into adverse weather conditions, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain while maneuvering. A factor contributing to the accident was interference by the pilot-rated passenger.
- [NTSB SEA07LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA140.md): Cessna A185F · Shearer, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2007 · N104DE · Substantial damage
  > A fracture and separation of the left main landing gear strut during the landing roll due to fatigue.
- [NTSB SEA07FA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07FA134.md): Cessna 185 · Wilbur, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 28, 2007 · N9434N · Substantial damage
  > In-flight collision with terrain shortly after takeoff for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB SEA07CA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07CA127.md): Cessna A185F · Renton, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 18, 2007 · N8045Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of aircraft control during a landing attempt, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB ANC07LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA035.md): Cessna A185F · Haines, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 2, 2007 · N185M · Substantial damage
  > The main landing gear attachment bolts to the right ski sheared during the landing roll in deep snow, resulting in a nose down, and structural damage to the right wing and aileron.
- [NTSB NYC07CA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA097.md): Cessna A185F · Ashland, ME · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 14, 2007 · N4756E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while taxiing, which resulted in a nose over. A factor in this accident was the frozen, slush covered lake.
- [NTSB ANC06LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06LA074.md): Cessna 185F · Bettles, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 2006 · N94204 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and collision with terrain. Factors contributing to the accident were the inadvertent stall, and an unfavorable wind.
- [NTSB ANC06CA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA071.md): Cessna 185F · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 15, 2006 · N714JE · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, which resulted in an emergency landing and an in-flight collision with trees.
- [NTSB LAX06CA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA179.md): Cessna A185F · Columbia, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 20, 2006 · N5468E · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.
- [NTSB ANC06LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06LA024.md): Cessna 185 · Ely, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 6, 2006 · N120KM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for a quartering tailwind while taxiing, which resulted in a loss of control and an on ground encounter with terrain. A factor in the accident was the quartering crosswind.
- [NTSB NYC06CA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06CA065.md): Cessna A185F · Pembroke, MA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 29, 2006 · N7574N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a ground loop and subsequent impact with trees. A factor was the soft runway as reported by the pilot.
- [NTSB ANC06CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA008.md): Cessna 185 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2005 · N3308S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable taxi area, which resulted in an encounter with a hidden obstruction, and an on-ground collision with trees while taxiing to takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were trees and a hidden obstruction.
- [NTSB SEA06CA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA06CA009.md): Cessna A185F · Lake Powell, UT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 20, 2005 · N7377H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain during an aborted water takeoff run which resulted in the airplane colliding with a canyon wall. A contributing factor was the submerged object that the airplane struck during the takeoff run.
- [NTSB LAX05LA317](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA317.md): Cessna A185F · Tracy, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 26, 2005 · N8548Q · Substantial damage
  > loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB SEA05WA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05WA193.md): Cessna A185F · Port Hardy, Canada · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 12, 2005 · N70365 · Destroyed
- [NTSB ANC05CA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05CA141.md): Cessna 185F · Bettles, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 12, 2005 · N58316 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a loss of control and an inadvertent ground-loop during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were the ground-loop and gusts.
- [NTSB SEA05LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA161.md): Cessna A185F · Seattle, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 2005 · N4867C · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC05LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05LA104.md): Cessna 185 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2005 · N332DG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in an excursion off the side of the runway and a nose over.
- [NTSB ANC05TA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05TA106.md): Cessna 185 · Delta Junction, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 6, 2005 · N8360Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged distance/altitude during the landing touchdown and subsequent undershoot, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in an on-ground encounter with high vegetation.
- [NTSB CHI05CA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA175.md): Cessna A185F · Elk Lake, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 26, 2005 · N90MW · Substantial damage
  > The gear retraction not performed by the pilot.
- [NTSB SEA05LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA081.md): Cessna 185F · Medford, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 8, 2005 · N4948Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include variable winds that at times were crosswinds.
- [NTSB ANC05LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05LA043.md): Cessna 185 · Russian Mission, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 26, 2005 · N80449 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged landing flare during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and structural damage to the fuselage when the left main landing gear collapsed. A factor associated with the accident is pressure placed upon the pilot by the…
- [NTSB CHI05LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05LA064.md): Cessna A185F · Minneapolis, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 2005 · N1767R · Substantial damage
  > A failure of the tail wheel locking mechanism which resulted in the pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ANC05TA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05TA022.md): Cessna 185 · Eek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jan 19, 2005 · N9452N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of weather conditions, which resulted in an on ground encounter with terrain during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were a tailwind, and snow-covered, icy terrain conditions.
- [NTSB SEA05FA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05FA022.md): Cessna 185F · Renton, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 5, 2004 · N532PC · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control when the flaps became jammed/stuck in their full-down position during a takeoff from a touch-and-go landing. Factors include a worn/disconnected flap latch mechanism, and the flaps being unable to be retracted.
- [NTSB SEA05LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA009.md): Cessna A185F · White Bird, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 2004 · N101AM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain the proper airspeed for takeoff and his improper soft-field takeoff procedure. Factors contributing to the accident included the pilot's improper preflight planning, the fence, and the closed exhaust stack.
- [NTSB ANC05CA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05CA004.md): Cessna 185F · King Salmon, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 10, 2004 · N5001R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use a checklist, and to remove the flight control locks prior to flight, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and in-flight collision with terrain/water.
- [NTSB DEN05CA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05CA001.md): Cessna 185F · Santa Fe, NM · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 1, 2004 · N714MX · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
- [NTSB NYC04LA213](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA213.md): Cessna 185F · Somerville, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 15, 2004 · N29BF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing. A factor was the pilot's impairment due to the influence of non-prescribed pain medication.
- [NTSB SEA04FA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04FA169.md): Cessna A185F · Toutle, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 2004 · N7562Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather conditions. Inadequate preflight planning/preparation, trees, a low ceiling and no suitable terrain available for the landing were factors.
- [NTSB ANC04LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA090.md): Cessna 185F · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 2004 · N61609 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to compensate for a crosswind during landing and his failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with a ditch. A factor contributing to the accident was a crosswind.
- [NTSB LAX04CA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA278.md): Cessna A185F · Gridley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 24, 2004 · N93DM · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper use of the rudder to correct for torque and P-factor effects and failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
- [NTSB SEA04CA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04CA138.md): Cessna A185F · Cut Bank, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 16, 2004 · N185S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB SEA04LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA117.md): Cessna 185F · Bozeman, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2004 · N4585F · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the right main gear brake disk attach flange during the landing roll, due to fatigue cracks emanating from numerous corrosion pits present on the surface of the disk, leading to the right brake becoming totally inoperative, and resulting in a…
- [NTSB ANC04LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA068.md): Cessna 185 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N185AV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his inadequate flare while landing, which resulted in a hard landing and collapse of the main landing gear. Factors associated with the accident were a downdraft, and rough and uneven terrain.
- [NTSB SEA04FA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04FA088.md): Cessna A185F · Molalla, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 19, 2004 · N61611 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in VFR flight into IMC, and his failure to maintain control. Factors include mountain obscuration, clouds and convective weather conditions.
- [NTSB SEA04LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA087.md): Cessna 185A · Polson, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 2004 · N1624H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the changing wind conditions at the time of the landing. Factors include gusty, variable, crosswinds, and a runway marker near the edge of the runway the pilot was landing on.

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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 ('2072821', '2070107'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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