# NTSB investigations: Grumman G-164A

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 SEA97LA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA172.md): Grumman G-164A · Pingree, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1997 · N6550 · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain adequate clearance with the power lines. A contributing factor was the unmarked power lines.
- [NTSB MIA97LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA198.md): Grumman G-164B · Bainbridge, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1997 · N903X · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed during the initial climb after takeoff, and improper flare during an emergency (precautionary) landing, which resulted in a hard touchdown and subsequent nose over. Factors related to the accident were: the…
- [NTSB CHI97LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA126.md): Grumman G-164A · Prairie View, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 9, 1997 · N7859 · Substantial damage
  > an undetermined event, which resulted in loss of engine power. Factors relating to the accident were: an automobile, which prevented the pilot from landing on a road; and a dirt bank (terrace) in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB SEA97LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA099.md): Grumman G-164A · Rosalia, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 6, 1997 · N7926 · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain clearance with terrain. Factors contributing to the accident were, hilly terrain conditions and impairment due to recent use of marihuana.
- [NTSB CHI96LA310](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA310.md): Grumman G-164A · Galesburg, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 1996 · N904X · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from trees that protruded into the field that he was spraying.
- [NTSB MIA96LA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA206.md): Grumman 164A · Marks, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 1996 · N665U · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to remain clear of the known high point on runway.
- [NTSB FTW96LA329](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA329.md): Grumman G-164A · Burlington, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1996 · N25SK · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power resulting from a cracked cylinder. A factor was the unsuitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL96LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96LA107.md): Grumman G-164 · Scotia, SC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1996 · N5370 · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI95LA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA250.md): Grumman G-164 · Park River, ND · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1995 · N949X · Substantial damage
  > the loss of power due to the primary lead in the left magneto being grounded against the case, and the improper clearance of the breaker point gaps. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain on which to perform the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW95LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA253.md): Grumman G-164A · Bigelow, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 1995 · N7937 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with terrain.
- [NTSB FTW94LA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA217.md): Grumman G-164A · Marked Tree, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1994 · N6568 · Substantial damage
  > The power loss for undetermined reasons. Factors were the pilot's inadvertent entry into a stall and the lack of suitable terrain onto which to execute the landing.
- [NTSB FTW94LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA214.md): Grumman G-164A · Coy, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1994 · N5321 · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the landing gear due to failure of the landing gear axle bolts.
- [NTSB FTW94LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA209.md): Grumman G-164A · Parkin, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1994 · N6535 · Substantial damage
  > Total power loss for undetermined reasons. A factor was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI94DTG01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94DTG01.md): Grumman G-164-A · La Moure, ND · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 26, 1994 · N5277 · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB ATL93LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA134.md): Grumman G-164A · Ashford, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1993 · N8373 · Destroyed
  > The failure of the engine supercharger assembly, which resulted in a loss of engine power. A factor was the trees at the forced landing site.
- [NTSB FTW93LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA169.md): Grumman G-164A · Weiner, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1993 · N4593 · Substantial damage
  > Partial power loss due to improper installation of the linkage control bracket. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW93LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA156.md): Grumman G-164A · Trumann, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 15, 1993 · N6556 · Substantial damage
  > Pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance. A factor was the diverted attention of the pilot.
- [NTSB LAX93LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA098.md): Grumman G-164A · Lost Hills, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 22, 1993 · N6654 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to maintain directional control during the landing roll out due to a binding left brake master cylinder.
- [NTSB LAX92LA358](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA358.md): Grumman G-164A · Laveen, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1992 · N5363 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll.
- [NTSB DEN92LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN92LA082.md): Grumman G-164A · Del Norte, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 1992 · N6646 · Destroyed
  > Inadvertent stall while maneuvering during aerial application at an altitude insufficient for recovery.
- [NTSB SEA92LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA174.md): Grumman G-164A · Paul, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 4, 1992 · N4653 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain. The soft terrain was a factor.
- [NTSB MIA92LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA92LA159.md): Grumman G-164A · Toney, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 4, 1992 · N5272 · Substantial damage
  > The left main landing gear attachment bolt failed for undetermined reasons resulting in the collapse of both main landing gear during the take off roll.
- [NTSB DEN91LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA119.md): Grumman G-164A · Smyer, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 1991 · N928X · Substantial damage
  > Directional control not maintained. Factors were: crosswind, soft ground, and high vegetation.
- [NTSB LAX91LA364](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA364.md): Grumman G-164 · Wasco, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1991 · N4663 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to a fracture of the camshaft and the subsequent forced landing into a soft field.
- [NTSB CHI91DCQ07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DCQ07.md): Grumman G-164A · Sharon Springs, KS · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 19, 1991 · N7964 · Substantial damage
  > Aircraft takeoff performance exceeded and disregard of performance data by the pilot. A factor associated with the accident is high density altitude.
- [NTSB FTW91DPG14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DPG14.md): Grumman G-164A · Swifton, AR · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 15, 1991 · N6615 · Destroyed
  > Partial failure of the hopper, chemical fire, and the failure of the landing gear. A factor ws the loss of visual outside reference.
- [NTSB LAX91LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA186.md): Grumman G-164A · Madera, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 1991 · N5250 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate clearance from the guy wire.
- [NTSB FTW91DPG03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DPG03.md): Grumman G-164A · Earle, AR · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 2, 1991 · N5336 · Substantial damage
  > A power loss for undetrmined reasons. A factor was the muddy/soft terrain in which the forced landing was performed.
- [NTSB LAX91LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA088.md): Grumman G-164A · Merced, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 1991 · N969X · Substantial damage
  > A disoriented and intoxicated automobile driver entering the runway in front of the departing aircraft.
- [NTSB FTW90DRA09](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DRA09.md): Grumman G-164A · Altair, TX · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 14, 1990 · N6566 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's use of improper terrain for takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL90LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90LA171.md): Grumman G-164A · Americus, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 1990 · N7905 · Destroyed
  > A low cycle fatigue failure of the left main landing gear spring.
- [NTSB DEN90DQA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90DQA02.md): Grumman G-164A · Deming, NM · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 1, 1990 · N668U · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain control during landing roll due to the condition of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the poor maintenance of the runway surface.
- [NTSB FTW90DRD14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DRD14.md): Grumman G-164A · Sommerset, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 25, 1990 · N7854 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to attain adequate clearance above crops at the end of the runway.
- [NTSB MKC90LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA126.md): Grumman G-164A · Fisher, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 1990 · N5257 · Destroyed
  > Partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB FTW90DRD12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DRD12.md): Grumman G-164A · Bastrop, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jun 10, 1990 · N6572 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper engine procedures during ground operations and prior to takeoff which resulted in fouled spark plugs.
- [NTSB NYC90DHA01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90DHA01.md): Grumman G-164A · Hunlock Creek, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · May 23, 1990 · N913X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from obtacles, and his failure to see and avoid the electrical transmission line.
- [NTSB LAX90DVG07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90DVG07.md): Grumman G-164A · Gridley, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · May 8, 1990 · N5368 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the no.7 cylinder head which led to a forced landing and substantial damage to the aircraft when it nosed over after colliding with a ditch.
- [NTSB FTW90DRA04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DRA04.md): Grumman 164A · Garwood, TX · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 20, 1990 · N5295 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the number 8 cylinder.
- [NTSB MKC90LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA080.md): Grumman G-164A · Mounds, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 1990 · N6556 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's selection of the wrong runway and the resultant tailwind condition.
- [NTSB MKC90LA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA067.md): Grumman AG-CAT G-164A · Parkin, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 17, 1990 · N5336 · Substantial damage
  > Total failure of the engine's master connecting rod.
- [NTSB MIA90LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA90LA078.md): Grumman G-164A · Mattson, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 5, 1990 · N5416 · Substantial damage
  > The no. 6 cylinder which cracked across the top from one spark plug hole to the other, resulting in the loss of engine power.
- [NTSB FTW90DRD03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DRD03.md): Grumman G-164A · Glynn, LA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Feb 22, 1990 · N930X · Substantial damage
  > Loss of directional control on the ground, due to intermittent locking of the right brake during the landing roll.
- [NTSB FTW89DQG05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DQG05.md): Schweizer G-164A · Sunray, TX · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 11, 1989 · N7903 · Substantial damage
  > A total power loss for undetermined reasons. A factor was the rough uneven terrain in which the pilot had to make the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI89DEX06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89DEX06.md): Grumman G-164A · Sullivan, IN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 2, 1989 · N952X · Substantial damage
  > A failure of the supercharger oil seal which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during takeoff and the uncontrolled touchdown during the forced landing. Factors related to the accident were: partial failure of the supercharger and spark plub fowling.
- [NTSB LAX89DUJ07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89DUJ07.md): Grumman G-164A · Eloy, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 15, 1989 · N5252 · Substantial damage
  > Inaequate preflight by the pilot, which resulted in fuel starvation during the climb after takeoff, due to very little fuel remaining in the tanks. The rough/uneven desert terrain was considered to be a contributing factor.
- [NTSB FTW89DRD05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DRD05.md): Grumman G-164A · Gueydan, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · May 29, 1989 · N5267 · Destroyed
  > Visual lookout was not maintained by the pilot in command, which resulted in the collision with a power transmission line during a swath run.
- [NTSB MKC88LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88LA161.md): Grumman G-164A · Gillett, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 1988 · N6567 · Substantial damage
  > While en route to engage in an aerial application operation, the plt said the engine began to misfire and cut out. Unable to correct the malfunction, the plt dumped his chemical load and began returning to the departure airstrip. En route, he felt he would…
- [NTSB MKC88LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88LA160.md): Grumman G-164A · Hebron, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1988 · N5329 · Destroyed
  > While making a aerial application swath run, the pilot was checking his spray booms because of some malfunctioning nozzles. Exiting the field between two groups of trees on the border he failed to see power line poles. He struck the wires, then the terrain,…
- [NTSB FTW88DRD18](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW88DRD18.md): Grumman G-164A · Rayne, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Aug 14, 1988 · N979X · Substantial damage
  > At the end of a swath run, the ag pilot pulled the airplane up and to the left to start a turn-around. The upper left wing struck a steel guy-cable of a 300 foot tower. The airplane made several turns of an inverted flat-spin before water impact into an eight…
- [NTSB MKC88LA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88LA132.md): Grumman G-164A · Knobel, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1988 · N6553 · Substantial damage
  > Proper touchdown point not attained, and aircraft control not maintained by the pilot in command.

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## The whole list in SQL

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```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 ('3952704'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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