# NTSB investigations: Grumman G-164A, CA

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.

## Latest cases

- [NTSB WPR14LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14LA130.md): Grumman G164 - A · Caruthers, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 28, 2014 · N72ES · Substantial damage
  > An undetected fatigue crack in the landing gear leg, which initiated at an electrical arc-induced damage site of undetermined origin and resulted in landing gear failure. Contributing to the severity of damage to the airplane was the close proximity of an…
- [NTSB WPR11LA260](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA260.md): Grumman G-164A · Buttonwillow, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 2011 · N5286 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of the landing approach and subsequent long landing and overrun of the runway resulting in a collision with ground obstacles. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's likely fatigue and dehydration.
- [NTSB WPR09LA373](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA373.md): Grumman G164 · Riverdale, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 2009 · N8741H · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine's supercharger-blower.
- [NTSB LAX06CA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA168.md): Grumman G-164A · Yuba City, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 11, 2006 · N4892 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed during the takeoff initial climb.
- [NTSB LAX05LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA152.md): Grumman G-164A · Yuba City, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 30, 2005 · N5304 · Substantial damage
  > a partial loss of engine power due to multiple cracks in the number 7 cylinder. The reasons for the cracks were not determined
- [NTSB LAX00LA261](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA261.md): Grumman G-164A · Gridley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2000 · N897X · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to the failure of an exhaust valve during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB LAX00LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA199.md): Grumman G-164A · Biggs, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 18, 2000 · N5335 · Substantial damage
  > The broken exhaust valve rocker arm of the number 3 cylinder that resulted in a total loss of engine power during an aerial application flight.
- [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 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 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 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 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 LAX88DVG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX88DVG02.md): Grumman G-164A · Williams, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Dec 2, 1987 · N673U · Substantial damage
  > Shortly after takeoff, the engine experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot made a forced landing and collided with a fence on hilly terrain during the landing roll. The engine was inspected with no reported mechanical failures or malfunctions. Wx…
- [NTSB LAX87DVA07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX87DVA07.md): Grumman G-164A · Tulare, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 29, 1987 · N8366 · Substantial damage
  > During a climbing 180 degree turn to the left, the engine lost power. The pilot attempted to land in a nearby field that had just been plowed. With insufficient altitude to turn FAR enough to line the aircraft up with the rows, the pilot touched down at a '20…
- [NTSB LAX87DVA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX87DVA02.md): Schweizer G-164A · Fresno, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Nov 24, 1986 · N8741H · Substantial damage
  > The airplane collided with telephone lines while conducting an aerial application operation. The pilot reported that he was familiar with the area. He surveyed the field, in flight, before he commenced the spraying activities. The pilot did not report, nor…
- [NTSB LAX86FVA03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX86FVA03.md): Schweizer G164A · Wasco, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Mar 7, 1986 · N946X · Substantial damage
  > The acft went off the left side of rwy during a downwind landing. The ag plts made a practice of landing downwind to speed up turn-around time. They relied on their brakes to maintain control. The acc acfts brake pads were worn and the rt brake was fluid…
- [NTSB LAX85LA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX85LA320.md): Grumman G-164A · Durham, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1985 · N7853 · Destroyed
  > During an ag flight in which a compound containing sulfur dust was being sprayed a fire began in the acft's spray apparatus. The cockpit filled with heavy smoke & the plt made a successful forced ldg in the underlying field. The fire spread & eventually…
- [NTSB LAX85LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX85LA004.md): Grumman G-164A · Lamont, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 7, 1984 · N6587 · Substantial damage
  > The plt stated that he had flown earlier on the day of the accident for aprx 30 mins. He stated that he intended to refuel before his next flight, but because the fuel hose would not reach the aircraft, the acft was not refueled. Thepilot did not visually…
- [NTSB LAX84LA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84LA311.md): Grumman G-164A · Williams, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 23, 1984 · N5368 · Substantial damage
  > Shortly after departing the airfield, the eng lost power & the plt was unable to restart it. He landed in a soft, freshly plowed field. After rolling about 50 ft, the acft nosed over. An exam revealed that the shaft which holds the float assembly in the…
- [NTSB LAX81DVG27](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81DVG27.md): Grumman G164 · Maxwell, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 25, 1981 · N22RA · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX80DVA07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX80DVA07.md): Grumman G-164A · Lemoore, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Dec 15, 1979 · N4728 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX79FVA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX79FVA02.md): Grumman G-164A · Madera, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Oct 17, 1979 · N5250 · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX79DVG68](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX79DVG68.md): Grumman G-164A · Meridian, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 1, 1979 · N6627 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK79DVA34](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK79DVA34.md): Grumman G164A · Los Banos, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 25, 1979 · N927X · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK79DVG41](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK79DVG41.md): Grumman G-164A · Nchico, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · May 21, 1979 · N5358 · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX78DA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX78DA066.md): Grumman G-164 · Pixley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 10, 1978 · N5368 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX78DUM32](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX78DUM32.md): Grumman G-164A · Bard, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Jul 22, 1978 · N5312 · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK78DVA53](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK78DVA53.md): Grumman G-164A · Tulare, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 8, 1978 · N6538 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK77DVA58](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK77DVA58.md): Grumman G-164A · Woodlake, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 24, 1977 · N945X · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX77DUM31](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX77DUM31.md): Grumman G-164A · El Centro, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 22, 1977 · N5292 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK77DVG23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK77DVG23.md): Grumman G-164A · Dunnigan, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 15, 1977 · N987X · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK76DVG73](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK76DVG73.md): Grumman G-164A · Marysville, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · May 3, 1976 · N897X · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX76FVA47](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX76FVA47.md): Grumman G-164A · Bakersfield, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Mar 18, 1976 · N7980 · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX75DUM18](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX75DUM18.md): Grumman G-164A · Holtville, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Feb 20, 1975 · N955X · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK75DVG32](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK75DVG32.md): Grumman G-164A · Knights Ldg, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Oct 30, 1974 · N982X · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX75DVA04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX75DVA04.md): Grumman G-164A · Ducor, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 15, 1974 · N6587 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK74DVG42](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK74DVG42.md): Grumman G-164A · Williams, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 17, 1974 · N8366 · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK74DVM18](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK74DVM18.md): Grumman G-164 · San Lucas, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Mar 4, 1974 · N7853 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX71FUG64](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX71FUG64.md): Grumman G-164A · Vidal, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Closed · Mar 30, 1971 · N5260 · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK71FVA24](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK71FVA24.md): Grumman G-164A · Kerman, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Closed · Aug 30, 1970 · N898X · Destroyed
- [NTSB OAK70D0039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK70D0039.md): Grumman G-164 · Williams, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Jul 5, 1969 · N954X · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX69F0314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX69F0314.md): Grumman G-164A · Holtville, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Apr 4, 1969 · N955X · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX69D0279](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX69D0279.md): Grumman G-164A · Greenfield, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Feb 15, 1969 · N931X · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK68D0329](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK68D0329.md): Grumman G-164 · Grimes, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Closed · Mar 27, 1968 · N5254 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK68D0095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK68D0095.md): Grumman G-164A · Woodlake, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Aug 20, 1967 · N667U · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX67F0112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX67F0112.md): Grumman G-164 · San Ysidro, CA · Accident · No injuries · Closed · Sep 9, 1966 · N457Y · Substantial damage

## 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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'CA' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
  AND 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
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?model=3952704&state=CA

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