# NTSB investigations: Piper PA-22-150

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 WPR09LA408](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA408.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Tacoma, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 21, 2009 · N6038D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare in crosswind conditions resulting in a gear leg collapse.
- [NTSB WPR09FA379](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA379.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Saint Charles, ID · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 2009 · N6905B · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering.
- [NTSB CEN09CA376](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA376.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 22, 2009 · N5824D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a crosswind landing. Contributing to the accident was the instructor's delayed action in regaining control of the airplane.
- [NTSB CEN09CA301](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA301.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Las Cruces, NM · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 17, 2009 · N8042D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in a crosswind. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land on a runway with a prevailing crosswind.
- [NTSB ANC09CA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA043.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 15, 2009 · N1999P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a ground loop and substantial damage to the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR09FA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA175.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Sherwood, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2009 · N9996D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in spatial disorientation and a loss of control.
- [NTSB CEN09CA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA047.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Lamar, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 1, 2008 · N3758P · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB DEN08CA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA147.md): Piper PA-22 · Star City, AR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 1, 2008 · N7253D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the crosswinds and the rough terrain near the runway.
- [NTSB LAX08CA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA278.md): Piper PA-22 · St. Paul, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 31, 2008 · N2441P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged altitude, speed, and subsequent failure to attain the proper touchdown point while landing.
- [NTSB LAX08CA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA232.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Ogden, UT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 19, 2008 · N5716D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
- [NTSB DFW08FA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08FA190.md): Piper PA-22 · Kemp, TX · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 2008 · N9980D · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which led to an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control.
- [NTSB CHI08CA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA167.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Wadena, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2008 · N697DM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the tail wheel airplane during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's lack of recent experience in tail wheel airplanes.
- [NTSB LAX08CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA120.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Plant City, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 18, 2008 · N2710P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive taxi speed, which led to a loss of control.
- [NTSB ANC08LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA030.md): Piper PA-22-150 · North Pole, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N7637D · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during an attempted go-around, resulting in a forced landing and a collision with snow-covered terrain. A factor associated with the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC08CA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA055.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Tallahassee, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 8, 2007 · N5921D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged clearance over obstacles during final approach.
- [NTSB CHI08CA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA038.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Plato Center, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 9, 2007 · N2813Z · Substantial damage
  > The excessive airspeed used by the pilot which resulted in an overrun, impact with a ditch and subsequent nose over. The ditch was a factor.
- [NTSB DEN08LA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA028.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Canon City, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 2007 · N2736P · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the landing gear hinge point attachment for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC07CA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA101.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Cooper Landing, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 19, 2007 · N2825Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain altitude/clearance from objects, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees during takeoff/initial climb. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to takeoff into known adverse weather.
- [NTSB LAX07LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA263.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Modesto, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2007 · N13WA · Destroyed
  > The failure of the airplane's exhaust muffler during takeoff that was due to an inadequate annual inspection. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's inadequate inspection to isolate the smoke source, and the pilot's decision to continue flight with an…
- [NTSB MIA07CA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA057.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Fort Pierce, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 23, 2007 · N2808P · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll resulting in overload failure and subsequent collapse of the right main landing gear.
- [NTSB SEA07LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA038.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Blaine, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 22, 2006 · N7124D · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the unsuitable rough/uneven terrain.
- [NTSB CHI07CA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA044.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Cheyboygan, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 20, 2006 · N5811D · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the soft terrain encountered during the lanidng.
- [NTSB SEA06CA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA06CA170.md): Piper PA-22-20-150 · Auburn, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 24, 2006 · N8042D · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the landing roll in response to the student's loss of directional control, which resulted in a ground loop. A factor associated with the accident was the student's failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB DEN06CA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN06CA071.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Rangely, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 3, 2006 · N6946B · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadvertent application of the brake during the landing roll. A contributing factor was the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision during the landing.
- [NTSB ANC06CA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA045.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Birchwood, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 15, 2006 · N7257D · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the landing roll, which resulted in the loss of directional control by the student, a ground-loop, and collapse of the main landing gear. A factor associated with the accident was the student's failure to…
- [NTSB CHI06CA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI06CA114.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Drayton, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 12, 2006 · N2555P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. A related factor was the high wind condition.
- [NTSB ANC06CA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA034.md): Piper PA-22 · Grand Canyon, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 26, 2006 · N6123D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing during touchdown, which resulted in a loss of control and encounter with terrain. Factors associated with the accident are the pilot's misjudged flare, and a gusty wind.
- [NTSB NYC06CA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06CA051.md): Piper PA-22 · Jamestown, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 28, 2005 · N4792A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout. Factors included the ice on the runway and the soft terrain.
- [NTSB MIA06WA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA06WA036.md): Piper PA-23-260 · Cali, Colombia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 24, 2005 · N7744D · Destroyed
- [NTSB CHI06CA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI06CA025.md): Piper PA22-150 · Canton, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 2, 2005 · N9664D · Destroyed
  > The fire for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC06CA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA003.md): Piper PA-22 · Willow, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 10, 2005 · N5947D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, which resulted in an on ground encounter with a river during an aborted takeoff.
- [NTSB SEA05LA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA185.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Mead, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2005 · N1829P · Substantial damage
  > Separation of the tailwheel assembly spring resulting in a loss of directional control and subsequent collision with a berm. The berm was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB CHI05CA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA241.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Brodhead, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 20, 2005 · N2373P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged distance/altitude which resulted in an undershoot. A related factor was the vehicle the airplane contacted.
- [NTSB LAX05CA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05CA268.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Reno, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 14, 2005 · N6045D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind gust and failure to maintain lateral and directional control during the landing flare.
- [NTSB ANC05LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05LA127.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Tyonek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 2005 · N4774A · Substantial damage
  > The instructor pilot's inadvertent touchdown during a low pass, and attempted go-around, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain, and nose over.
- [NTSB IAD05LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05LA113.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Chatham, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2005 · N3818P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to ensure that the fuel selector valve was properly engaged, which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB SEA05CA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05CA123.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Ontario, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 7, 2005 · N5814D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing roll. A contributing factor was the cross wind weather condition.
- [NTSB ANC05LA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05LA044.md): Piper PA-22 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 27, 2005 · N6174D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive taxi speed during a turn while taxiing from landing, which resulted in the collapse of the left main landing gear, and structural damage to the fuselage.
- [NTSB FTW04LA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA231.md): Piper PA-22 · Mountain Home, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2004 · N2972P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB CHI04CA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA228.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Elkhart, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 15, 2004 · N4303A · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the seat during landing roll and the subsequent pilot's airplane handling not being possible.
- [NTSB SEA04CA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04CA151.md): Piper PA22-20 · Wht Sulphur Spg, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 1, 2004 · N3838P · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the private pilot receiving flight training for a tail wheel endorsement to maintain aircraft control, and his excessive braking during the landing roll, subsequently nosing over the airplane. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's…
- [NTSB SEA04LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA086.md): Piper PA-22-20 · Shelton, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 13, 2004 · N1829P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions during landing. Factors include a crosswind, fracture/collapse of the landing gear hydrasorb and an improper weld on the landing gear assembly.
- [NTSB LAX04CA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA189.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Minden, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 18, 2004 · N6062D · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, resulting in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB NYC04CA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA020.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Franklin, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 1, 2003 · N3264Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during takeoff.
- [NTSB MIA03CA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03CA103.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Madison, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 3, 2003 · N175W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing rollout/which resulted in the airplane veering off the runway and incurring damage.
- [NTSB SEA03LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA055.md): Piper PA-22 · Lexington, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 7, 2003 · N4857A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the cosswind conditions during the landing roll which resulted in a loss of control. A contributing factor was the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB NYC03LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA071.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Columbus, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 23, 2003 · N2968Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot under instruction's failure to maintain directional control, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB NYC03LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA064.md): Piper PA-22/20-150 · South Woodstock, CT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 8, 2003 · N7342D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control
- [NTSB SEA03LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA040.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Garryowen, MT · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 2003 · N24MF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's allowing the aircraft to inadvertently enter into a stall condition at low altitude while maneuvering. A contributing factor was the pilot's intentional low altitude maneuvering.
- [NTSB CHI03LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA030.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Cuba, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 28, 2002 · N4901S · Substantial damage
  > The pilots inadequate flare and recovery from a bounced landing. Contributing factors to this accident were the crosswind and the ditch.

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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 ('7102210'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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