# NTSB investigations: Cessna 177

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 DFW08CA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA174.md): Cessna 177 · Baldwin City, KS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N3337T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of directional control resulting from a hard landing and failure to recover from a bounced landing. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
- [NTSB CHI08CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA120.md): Cessna 177 · Bellefontaine, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 4, 2008 · N29650 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the aborted landing. Contributing to the accident was the fence.
- [NTSB DFW08CA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA063.md): Cessna 177 · Picayune, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 28, 2008 · N2905X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgement of the landing flare resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB SEA08FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08FA036.md): Cessna 177 · Auburn, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 2007 · N3459T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering in the traffic pattern for landing, which resulted in a stall/spin. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment during the flight from the effects of over-the-counter medications.
- [NTSB MIA07CA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA144.md): Cessna 177 · Columbia, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2007 · N2353Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as a result of the fuel mixture cable failure for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI07LA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA249.md): Cessna C-177 · Webster, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 2007 · N2292Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, and the pilot's misjudged flare during the subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB ANC07LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA045.md): Cessna 177 · Centreville, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2007 · N2845X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power and substantial damage during a forced landing on a road.
- [NTSB ANC07CA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA024.md): Cessna 177 · Gridwood, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 11, 2007 · N2911X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of a snow-covered runway for landing, which resulted in a quick stop and damage to the airplane. A factor associated with the accident was the snow-covered runway.
- [NTSB MIA07LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07LA039.md): Cessna 177 · Carrabelle, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 14, 2007 · N29888 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of maintenance personnel to detect corrosion and a fatigue crack during the last annual inspection.
- [NTSB ATL07FA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07FA002.md): Cessna 177 · Stockbridge, GA · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2006 · N2320Y · Destroyed
  > The pilot's attempted takeoff over the allowable takeoff gross weight of the airplane and his failure to maintain airspeed during climb after takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX06CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA120.md): Cessna 177 · Carefree, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 18, 2006 · N29377 · Substantial damage
  > fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations and his failure to refuel the airplane prior to the accident flight.
- [NTSB DFW06CA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA051.md): Cessna 177 · Antlers, OK · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 10, 2006 · N2233Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. A contributing factor was the encounter with windshear during the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL05CA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA006.md): Cessna 177 · Auburn, AL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2004 · N29459 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. A factor was the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB ATL04CA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA193.md): Cessna 177 · Anderson, SC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 26, 2004 · N29650 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning of fuel required for the flight and his improper in-flight decision, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB NYC04CA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA200.md): Cessna 177 · Warrenton, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N2975X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's incorrect aborted landing procedure, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB LAX04CA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA175.md): Cessna 177 · California City, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 3, 2004 · N88BM · Destroyed
  > the certified flight instructor's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall/mush condition and a collision with terrain. Factors in the accident were strong tailwind conditions and a sudden wind shift.
- [NTSB CHI04LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA076.md): Cessna 177 · Sturgis, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 14, 2004 · N3468T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent raising of flaps resulting in a loss of lift and his failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in a dragging of the wing.
- [NTSB DEN04LA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA011.md): Cessna 177 · Nageezi, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 16, 2003 · N2246Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight planning, inadequate fuel consumption calculations, and improper fuel management. Contributing factors include fuel exhaustion resulting in the loss of power, the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the tree.
- [NTSB CHI03LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA226.md): Cessna 177 · Murdock, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 2003 · N2336Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation which led to fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident were the trees and unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB SEA03CA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03CA112.md): Cessna 177 · Woodland, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 20, 2003 · N2279Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature liftoff and his failure to maintain/obtain airspeed and directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL03FA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03FA061.md): Cessna 177 · Old Fort, NC · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2003 · N3275T · Destroyed
  > The pilot's decision to continue VFR flight into IMC and his failure to maintain terrain clearance which resulted in an in-flight collision with mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB IAD02LA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA093.md): Cessna 177 · Dayton, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 2002 · N2916X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in a stall.
- [NTSB LAX02FA227](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02FA227.md): Cessna 177 · Hana, HI · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 2002 · N306DJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB NYC02LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA137.md): Cessna 177 · Millville, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2002 · N29321 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper bounced landing recovery. A factor was the dark night conditions.
- [NTSB SEA02LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA113.md): Cessna 177 · Mt. Vernon, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 2002 · N29441 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to accurately determine the amount of fuel onboard. Factors included trees, and a portable restroom.
- [NTSB FTW02LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA175.md): Cessna 177 · Sherman, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2002 · N2282Y · Substantial damage
  > The hard landing as result of the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. A contributing factor was the gusty crosswinds.
- [NTSB ATL02LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA090.md): Cessna 177 · Locust Grove, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 29, 2002 · N2809X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot improper flare during an aborted takeoff, followed by an subsequent hard landing.
- [NTSB FTW02LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA081.md): Cessna 177 · Pond Creek, OK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 18, 2002 · N3402T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain altitude due to falling asleep while performing pipeline patrol activities.
- [NTSB FTW02FA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02FA072.md): Cessna 177 · Farmington, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 22, 2002 · N29406 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion while in the traffic pattern at the destination airport.
- [NTSB MIA02LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA015.md): Cessna 177 · Gainesville, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 8, 2001 · N177X · Substantial damage
  > The failure of both pilots to insure the airplane contained adequate fuel to complete the flight resulting in loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and collision with trees during a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC01LA213](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA213.md): Cessna 177 · Davidsville, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 2001 · N30247 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff attempt. Factors included the pilot's failure to use both magnetos, and his failure to utilize soft field takeoff procedures.
- [NTSB CHI01LA289](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA289.md): Cessna 177 · South Haven, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 2001 · N2949X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not maintaining aircraft control during the landing. Factors to the accident were the pilot not performing a go-around and the ditch.
- [NTSB CHI01FA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01FA234.md): Cessna 177 · Benton, IL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 2001 · N235LA · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in a stall.
- [NTSB ATL01LA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL01LA069.md): Cessna 177 · Milledgeville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 29, 2001 · N3381T · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the subsequent collision with an object during an attempted landing. A factor was porpoise induced oscillation.
- [NTSB ATL01LA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL01LA054.md): Cessna 177 · Zephyrhills, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 14, 2001 · N2890X · Substantial damage
  > The pilots failure to adequately preflight plan fuel for the flight that resulted in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB NYC01LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA103.md): Cessna 177 · Hampton, NH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 2001 · N3117T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent encounter with a downdraft, which resulted in a collision with trees. A factor related to the accident were the downdraft wind conditions.
- [NTSB DEN01LA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN01LA037.md): Cessna 177 · Las Cruces, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 31, 2000 · N29572 · Substantial damage
  > An inadvertent stall. Factors were excessive airspeed, excessive flare, and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB FTW00LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA175.md): Cessna 177 · Nacogdoches, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2000 · N29383 · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power during a go-around resulting from the failure of the worn carburetor heat control cable. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA00LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA041.md): Cessna 177 · Snohomish, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2000 · N3433T · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper decision to attempt a go-around, then attempt to stop on the wet grass. Factors include variable winds, the pilot's inadequate compensation for the winds conditions, his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, wet grass along the side…
- [NTSB NYC00LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA024.md): Cessna 177 · Frankfort, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 7, 1999 · N29362 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons
- [NTSB MIA99LA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA271.md): Cessna 177 · St Petersburg, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 1999 · N3342T · Substantial damage
  > A loose throttle control cable clamp which resulted in a lose of power.
- [NTSB LAX99LA286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA286.md): Cessna 177 · Carson City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 1999 · N3327T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's use of an excessive approach reference airspeed, his misjudged landing flare, and subsequent hard landing/porpoise. A contributing factor was the airplane's excessive approach airspeed.
- [NTSB LAX99FA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99FA266.md): Cessna 177 · Boulder City, NV · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1999 · N29437 · Destroyed
  > The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight and his failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and altitude margin while conducting low altitude maneuvers in an area of strong gusty winds and terrain-induced turbulence likely to contain wind…
- [NTSB FTW99LA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA250.md): Cessna 177 · Austin, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1999 · N29317 · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane.
- [NTSB FTW99FA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99FA211.md): Cessna 177 · Wagoner, OK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 1999 · N29571 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadvertent stall while performing an abrupt maneuver at low altitude.
- [NTSB FTW99LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA141.md): Cessna 177 · Roanoke, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 14, 1999 · N2343Y · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI99LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA131.md): Cessna 177 · Greencastle, IN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 1999 · N3270T · Substantial damage
  > the pilot operating with known deficiencies in equipment and the fuel cap that disengaged. Factors were the wet grass, and muddy terrain conditions.
- [NTSB LAX99LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA121.md): Cessna 177 · Chico, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 17, 1999 · N3406T · Substantial damage
  > The CFI's inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action to rectify his student's bounced landing. Contributing factors were the short runway and obstructing trees.
- [NTSB MIA99LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA101.md): Cessna 177 · Lantana, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 6, 1999 · N2890X · Substantial damage
  > the pilot misjudged the flare, resulting in a hard landing, and subsequent impact with the runway.
- [NTSB FTW99LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA057.md): Cessna 177 · Marietta, OK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 1, 1999 · N30246 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain clearance with terrain. Factors were the short runway and the dark night light condition.

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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 ('2073704'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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