# NTSB investigations: Cessna A188B

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 FTW01LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW01LA012.md): Cessna 188B · Stanton, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 2000 · N53211 · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the power lines, while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB FTW00LA270](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA270.md): Cessna 188B · Stanton, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 29, 2000 · N4983Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from guy wires and tower.
- [NTSB FTW00LA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA250.md): Cessna 188B · Farwell, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 2000 · N21635 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the smoke in the cockpit, and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI00LA289](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA289.md): Cessna A188B · Nickerson, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2000 · N9326R · Substantial damage
  > altidude/clearance not obtained/maintained by the pilot. Factors to the accident were the hay bale, the inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot, the high-density altitude, and the high weight of the aircraft at the time of the accident.
- [NTSB SEA00LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA140.md): Cessna 188 · Lone Pine, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 2000 · N731GR · Substantial damage
  > The complete loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors include an irrigation system in the field where the forced landing took place, and the pilot's intentional initiation of a ground loop in order to miss the pipes of the irrigation system.
- [NTSB MIA00LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA226.md): Cessna A188B · Statesboro, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 2000 · N731CH · Substantial damage
  > The pilots failure to calculate his takeoff distance for the conditions, resulting in an in-flight collision with a fence, trees, and the terrain. A factor in the accident is the FAA's failure to require of the manufacturer and the manufacturer's failure to…
- [NTSB CHI00LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA191.md): Cessna A188B · Washington, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 2000 · N9557G · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the number-two connecting rod bearing and the unsuitable terrain for landing encountered by the pilot during the forced landing. A factor to the accident was the rough/uneven field.
- [NTSB FTW00LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA199.md): Cessna A188B · Chase, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 2000 · N731DW · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the deer stand. Factors were the chemical covering the windshield and the glare from the setting sun.
- [NTSB MIA00LA202](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA202.md): Cessna A188B · Inverness, MS · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 2000 · N731SP · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed while reversing course during an aerial application flight resulting in the aircraft stalling, descending, impacting a tree, and crashing to the ground.
- [NTSB MIA00LA197](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA197.md): Cessna A188B · Belzoni, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 2000 · N53208 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to refuel prior to departure resulting in loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB FTW00LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA166.md): Cessna A188B · Pioneer, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 2000 · N70114 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with trees while maneuvering during an aerial application flight. A factor was the pilot's lack in experience with aerial application flight operations.
- [NTSB CHI00LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA147.md): Cessna A188B · Sublette, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 26, 2000 · N9076R · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot to attain aircraft control. Factors to the accident were the uneven terrain, the failure of the pilot to maintain directional control on the ground, and the crop.
- [NTSB CHI00LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA094.md): Cessna A188B · Hayti, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 21, 2000 · N4859Q · Substantial damage
  > the failure of maintenance personnel to properly install and connect the aileron control rod. Factors were the inadequate annual inspection by maintenance personnel and the aileron control not possible by the pilot.
- [NTSB MIA00LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA112.md): Cessna A188B · Lake Placid, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 19, 2000 · N84666 · Substantial damage
  > The pilots inadequate visual outlook while performing aerial application resulting in the aircraft colliding with a piece of farm equipment which was parked in the field which caused the right main landing gear to separate and damage to the right wing during…
- [NTSB FTW00LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA110.md): Cessna A188B · Perryton, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 13, 2000 · N4833Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. A factor was the crosswind.
- [NTSB FTW00LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA024.md): Cessna A188B · Seminole, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 3, 1999 · N72062 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the powerlines.
- [NTSB CHI00LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA012.md): Cessna A188B · Sprague, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 20, 1999 · N731PU · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure due to fouled and rusted spark plugs, and a clogged fuel filter. Factors relating to this accident were the inadequate annual inspection performed on the airplane, the trees and the ditch.
- [NTSB MIA99LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA266.md): Cessna A188B · South Oxford, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 1999 · N731RF · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper use of the brakes during the landing rollout.
- [NTSB FTW99LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA253.md): Cessna A188B · Randalette, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 1999 · N731PW · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the telephone pole. A factor was the sunglare.
- [NTSB FTW99LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA244.md): Cessna A188B · Seminole, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 1999 · N731JY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot seat disengaging from the seat track resulting from inadequate AD compliance during the last annual inspection. A factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB CHI99LA303](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA303.md): Cessna A188B · Seward, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1999 · N136MC · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power line. A factor relating to this accident was the power line.
- [NTSB SEA99LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA99LA139.md): Cessna 188B · Sidney, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1999 · N9085R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions.
- [NTSB ANC99LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC99LA109.md): Cessna A188-B · Bettles, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 1999 · N731UW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. A factor was soft terrain.
- [NTSB ATL99LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA106.md): Cessna A188B · Panther Burn, MS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1999 · N731VR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance that resulted in the in-flight collision with trees. A factor was his diverted attention following the failure of the DGPS.
- [NTSB FTW99LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA186.md): Cessna A188B · Gheens, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1999 · N731AR · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as result of a blocked fuel vent. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA99LA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA99LA095.md): Cessna A188B · Big Sandy, MT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1999 · N4788Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance between the wire and his aircraft. A transmission wire and downdraft were factors.
- [NTSB ATL99LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA101.md): Cessna A188B · Glen Allan, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1999 · N53198 · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of a nut and bolt assembly by a maintenance personnel that resulted in the in-flight loss of control of the left ailiron.
- [NTSB MIA99LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA157.md): Cessna A-188B · Anguilla, MS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 19, 1999 · N9212R · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate management of the fuel supply which led to fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CHI99LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA152.md): Cessna A188B · Lincoln, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 1999 · N9275R · Substantial damage
  > the altitude/clearance not obtained by the pilot and the unsuitable takeoff area selected by the pilot. Factors to the accident were the high, soft, and wet grass runway.
- [NTSB CHI99LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA111.md): Cessna A188B · Atwood, KS · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 1999 · N5706G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles.
- [NTSB FTW99LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA081.md): Cessna 188 · Alexandria, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 13, 1999 · N8295G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll resulting in an inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB MIA99LA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA011.md): Cessna A188B · Statesboro, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 15, 1998 · N4925Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt a flight with an unairworthy condition (leaky brake) and improper use of brakes on landing rollout. This resulted in a loss of brake fluid, directional control, ground loop, and on ground collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ATL99LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA002.md): Cessna 188B · Tellasse, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 2, 1998 · N4832R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a utility line while conducting a swath run.
- [NTSB LAX98LA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98LA280.md): Cessna 188B · Dixon, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 1998 · N202AW · Destroyed
  > A partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, and the ignition of a highly combustible compound in the application hopper.
- [NTSB MIA98LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98LA220.md): Cessna 188 · Atlantic Ocean (Atlantic Ocean) · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1998 · N6300G · Destroyed
  > A complete loss of engine power due to loss of oil pressure, resulting in a force landing on non suitable terrain, and the subsequent sinking of the airplane in deep water.
- [NTSB MIA98LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98LA209.md): Cessna A-188B · Zolfo Springs, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1998 · N21676 · Substantial damage
  > Total loss of engine power due to catastrophic internal engine failure caused by migration of a counterweight retaining.
- [NTSB FTW98LA324](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA324.md): Cessna A188B · Erie, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1998 · N21827 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. A factor was a crosswind gust.
- [NTSB CHI98LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA245.md): Cessna 188B · Atlanta, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1998 · N9247R · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to a loose 'B' nut on the fuel line fitting. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintain and the soft terrain.
- [NTSB CHI98LA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA238.md): Cessna A188B · Strandquist, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1998 · N5829G · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maneuver to avoid obstructions. A factor was the trees.
- [NTSB FTW98FA290](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA290.md): Cessna A188B · Panhandle, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 1998 · N3845J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission wires while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB FTW98LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA266.md): Cessna A188B · Mcgehee, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1998 · N4911R · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC98LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC98LA066.md): Cessna 188B · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1998 · N9247G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to identify an unsafe/hazardous taxiway condition. A factor associated with this accident was the presence of rough and uneven terrain conditions.
- [NTSB CHI98LA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA162.md): Cessna A188B · Crookston, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 18, 1998 · N4962Q · Substantial damage
  > the pilot inadvertently stalled the airplane. Factors included the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion when the pilot failed to refuel the airplane. Another factor was fatigue.
- [NTSB MIA98LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98LA092.md): Cessna 188B · Houston, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 4, 1998 · N53382 · Substantial damage
  > corrosion and subsequent disconnect of the left aileron control rod end fitting, which resulted in a loss of aileron (roll) control, a forced landing, and subsequent impact with the terrain. A factor related to the accident was: improper lubrication of the…
- [NTSB FTW98FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA012.md): Cessna A188B · Morton, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1997 · N731GY · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB MIA97LA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA252.md): Cessna A188B · Greenwood, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 30, 1997 · N731RP · Destroyed
  > The intentional operation of the airplane from an unsuitable takeoff area by the pilot-in-command and inadvertent rotation of the airplane after encountering rising terrain on the runway.
- [NTSB ATL97LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA136.md): Cessna A188B · Zellwood, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 1997 · N53172 · Substantial damage
  > failure of mechanics to adequately torque the crankcase through-bolts following a top overhaul, which subsequently resulted in a crankshaft failure. Soft/uneven terrain in the emergency landing area was a related factor.
- [NTSB CHI97LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA257.md): Cessna A188B · Elwood, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1997 · N731GE · Substantial damage
  > the pilot not maintaining clearance from the bushes. Factors contributing to this accident were the pilot's inadequate preparation prior to the takeoff attempt, his changing flap positions during the takeoff run which degraded the airplane's performance…
- [NTSB CHI97LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA254.md): Cessna A188B · Britton, SD · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1997 · N91919 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the terrain during the spray run and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the turn after having contacted the terrain. A factor was the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB MIA97LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA228.md): Cessna A188B · Cadaretta, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 1997 · N731VR · Substantial damage
  > a hard landing resulting in the airplane departing the runway and impacting with a tree.

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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 ('2073005'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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