# NTSB investigations: Stinson 108-3

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 DEN02LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN02LA062.md): Stinson 108-3 · Falcon, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 2002 · N6968M · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the takeoff roll and subsequent abort. Factors relating to the accident were the gusting crosswinds and the unsuitable terrain encountered when the airplane departed the runway.
- [NTSB ATL02LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA098.md): Stinson 108-3 · Tuscaloosa, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 13, 2002 · N2243M · Substantial damage
  > The pilots loss of directional control during landing roll, and subsequent inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB LAX02LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA006.md): Stinson 108-3 · Rosamond, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 2001 · N735C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain sufficient airspeed during the attempted takeoff, which resulted in a stall/mush. The airplane's failure to accelerate was due to a disintegrated bearing on the camshaft. The pilot's failure to make a timely abort decision was a…
- [NTSB CHI01LA333](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA333.md): Stinson 108-3 · Duluth, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 28, 2001 · N653C · Substantial damage
  > The pilots failure to maintain directional control during the landing. Factors were the crosswind and the soft terrain.
- [NTSB FTW01LA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW01LA192.md): Stinson 108-3 · Dover, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 18, 2001 · N6898M · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's delay in aborting the landing.
- [NTSB NYC01LA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA164.md): Stinson 108-3 · Friendly, MD · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2001 · N6647M · Substantial damage
  > A baffling failure within the exhaust system. Factors were an inadequate annual inspection and the pilot's operation of the airplane with known deficiencies in equipment.
- [NTSB ANC01LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC01LA050.md): Stinson 108-3 · Glennallen, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 2001 · N6912M · Destroyed
  > A total failure of the engine and subsequent rupture of the crankcase during cruise flight. A factor in the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC01LA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA093.md): Stinson 108-3 · Falmouth, MA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 5, 2001 · N980C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. Factors were the pilot's inadequate weather evaluation and a tailwind.
- [NTSB ANC00LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC00LA032.md): Stinson 108-3 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 5, 2000 · N6453M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB MIA00LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA071.md): Stinson 108-3 · Deland, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 22, 2000 · N663C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's evasive maneuver during landing roll due to panic after hearing another pilot report landing on the opposite runway resulting in the pilot losing directional control and nosing over in soft terrain. A factor in the accident was the pilot of the…
- [NTSB LAX00LA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA008.md): Stinson 108-3 · Yuma, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 1999 · N871C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB CHI99LA294](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA294.md): Stinson 108-3 · Johnson Creek, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 1999 · N4072C · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
- [NTSB NYC99LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99LA065.md): Stinson 108-3 · Bristol, CT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 21, 1999 · N6191M · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of power due to the failure of a fatigued connecting rod bolt.
- [NTSB FTW97LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA035.md): Stinson 108-3 · Tyler, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 3, 1996 · N798C · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to failure of the crankshaft. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL97LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA001.md): Stinson 108-3 · Morris, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 1996 · N10ZP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot selected the wrong runway relative to the wind, and misjudged the proper touchdowm point on the runway. The tailwind was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX96LA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA193.md): Stinson 108-3 · Compton, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 12, 1996 · N235DE · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The pilot of the other aircraft's failure to see and avoid N6WR. A factor in the accident was the narrow, confined nature of the taxiway, which restricted the Stinson pilot's ability to perform clearing turns while taxiing.
- [NTSB CHI96LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA138.md): Stinson 108-3 · Pontiac, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 5, 1996 · N6179M · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll. A factor relating to the accident was: the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB ANC96LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA048.md): Stinson 108-3 · Soldotna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 1996 · N6443M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. The gusty/crosswind condition was a related factor.
- [NTSB CHI96LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA085.md): Stinson 108-3 · Sandstone, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 26, 1996 · N653C · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's selection of an ice-covered runway for takeoff. A factor was the icy runway.
- [NTSB CHI95LA299](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA299.md): Stinson 108-3 · Tribune, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1995 · N6911M · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's use of excessive braking during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
- [NTSB LAX94FA354](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94FA354.md): Stinson 108-3 · Shelter Cove, CA · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 1994 · N6446M · Destroyed
  > Inadequate preflight by the pilot, which resulted in fuel starvation and loss of engine power, improper (or delayed) positioning of the fuel selector to the fullest tank, and failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering for a forced…
- [NTSB SEA94LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA204.md): Stinson 108-3 · Bend, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 4, 1994 · N6276M · Substantial damage
  > Improper use of the carburetor heat by the pilot, which resulted in a loss of engine performance. A factor related to the accident was: rough terrain in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB SEA94LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA173.md): Stinson 108-3 · Ione, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1994 · N6276M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Factors include the pilot's fatigue, and trees near the side of the runway.
- [NTSB CHI94LA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA208.md): Stinson 108-3 · Warren, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1994 · N6808M · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper use of the parking brake.
- [NTSB LAX94LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA195.md): Stinson 108-3 · Ramona, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 10, 1994 · N6319M · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The pilot of the other aircraft failed to maintain an adequate visual lookout.
- [NTSB LAX94LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA128.md): Stinson 108-3 · Redlands, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 1994 · N6009M · Destroyed
  > The pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol, which led to his improper planning/decision, and his failure to maintain proper altitude. Factors related to the accident were: darkness and the pilot's lack of training/certification for…
- [NTSB FTW93LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA225.md): Stinson 108-3 · Osceola, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1993 · N4021C · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent stall. Factors were the improper latching of the engine cowling by the pilot and his inadequate preflight inspection.
- [NTSB CHI93LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA004.md): Stinson 108-3 · Mountain, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1992 · N560C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane.
- [NTSB CHI92FA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92FA211.md): Stinson 108-3 · Boonville, MO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1992 · N948C · Destroyed
  > Inadequate preflight planning, and exceeding the performance capability of the airplane by the pilot-in-command.
- [NTSB LAX92LA282](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA282.md): Stinson 108-3 · Montague, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1992 · N592C · Substantial damage
  > The disintegration of the left wheel during the landing roll out and the resultant inability of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft. A factor in the accident was the soft nature of the terrain encountered by the aircraft after leaving…
- [NTSB SEA92LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA131.md): Stinson 108-3 · Corbett, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1992 · N6470M · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the float attach fitting, and the separation of the floats from the aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX92LA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA255.md): Stinson 108-3 · Window Rock, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1992 · N589C · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to calculate the aircraft's performance data and perform a weather evauluation. The existing high density altitude was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB ANC92LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92LA020.md): Stinson 108 · Chugiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 15, 1991 · N767C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain proper altitude during the final approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of total experience performing landings in reduced light conditions, the poor light condition at dusk, and the snow covered terrain.
- [NTSB ANC91LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA157.md): Stinson 108-3 · Cantwell, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 18, 1991 · N6436M · Substantial damage
  > The engine power loss for undetermined reasons and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB DEN90LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA152.md): Stinson 108 · Clovis, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1990 · N677C · Substantial damage
  > Improper installation of the right main wheel assembly.
- [NTSB SEA90LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA123.md): Stinson 108-3 · Worley, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1990 · N771C · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in an inadequate supply of fuel and fuel exhaustion. The high vegetation (wheat crop) and rough terrain (rut) were related factors.
- [NTSB NYC90LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA109.md): Stinson 108-3 · Warehouse Point, CT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 14, 1990 · N48SW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain directional control during a landing with a gusty crosswind.
- [NTSB ANC90LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA030.md): Stinson 108-3 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 19, 1990 · N551C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot misjudged his distance and altitude to the runway on final approach, and failed to attain the proper touchdown point. Factors related to the accident were: dark night, unfavorable wind wind conditions and snow covered terrain.
- [NTSB DEN89LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA107.md): Stinson 108-3 · Aurora, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 12, 1989 · N993C · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate compensation for wind conditions by the pilot. Lack of recent experience in the type of aircraft is considered a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX89LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA153.md): Stinson 108-3 · Livermore, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 8, 1989 · N6662M · Substantial damage
  > Directional control not maintained by the pilot. Unfavorable wind, high wind, and gusts were contributing factors.
- [NTSB NYC89IA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89IA101.md): Stinson 108-3 · Blairstown, NJ · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Mar 11, 1989 · N6093M · Minor damage
  > The pilot's misjudgement of the clearance between the airplanes.
- [NTSB FTW88DPJ05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW88DPJ05.md): Stinson 108-3 · Collinsville, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jun 6, 1988 · N4108C · Destroyed
  > The pilot experienced a loss of engine power during the takeoff leg. Post accident investigation revealed that the fuel selector was in the near closed position. This position only allowed a small percentage of the fuel to flow but would allow operation in…
- [NTSB NYC88LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA090.md): Stinson 108 · Oswego, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 18, 1988 · N6939M · Substantial damage
  > During a local pleasure flight, a decrease in engine power was experienced and a puff of smoke observed in the cockpit. The pilot applied full power in an attempt to return to the airport, but realized it was not possible. The pilot put the aircraft down in…
- [NTSB NYC88LA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA010.md): Stinson 108-3 · Henryville, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 1987 · N990C · Destroyed
  > On takeoff from a private airport, the flight encountered downdrafts and the left wing dropped. As the pilot attempted to level the wings, he realized that the aircraft was no longer climbing but descending at a rapid rate. The aircraft crashed on rising…
- [NTSB FTW87LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW87LA187.md): Stinson 108-3 · Hereford, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1987 · N6809M · Destroyed
  > The acft was taking off from a state hwy with a truck blocking traffic at the end of a 2,500 foot stretch. The plt elected to tkof toward the truck, however, during the tkof run, he realized that he could not clear the truck and pulled up sharply. Drng the…
- [NTSB FTW87FA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW87FA179.md): Stinson 108-3 · Kirbyville, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1987 · N744C · Destroyed
  > The pilot approached the Kirbyville airport in preparation for landing, witnesses stated that smoke was observed coming from the engine area. The aircraft impacted 30 foot pine trees, & control was lost. The aircraft struck a large tree approximately 5 feet…
- [NTSB CHI86FA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI86FA179.md): Stinson 108-3 · Shiocton, WI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 1986 · N6567M · Destroyed
  > Witnesses rprtd that prior to the acdnt, the acft was flying at a very low level, near treetop level, over residences, a ball park & a lake park. Subsequently, the acft collided with a utility pole & trees, then crashed into a private residence & burst into…
- [NTSB ANC86LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC86LA101.md): Stinson 108 · Hope, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1986 · N936C · Destroyed
  > The plt stalled the acft during final apch to a small gravel airstrip. The plt had not received training as a student plt nor did he hold any FAA plt or medical certificate.
- [NTSB NYC86LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC86LA079.md): Stinson 108 · Lyndonville, VT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 27, 1986 · N108DT · Substantial damage
  > After the pilot performed a run up and all appeared normal a ground run was commenced. About 700' down the runway trim was set to climb out at about 76IAS. However, the pilot stated that a bad downdraft was encountered. A check of the airspeed was ok. At 200…
- [NTSB SEA85LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA85LA195.md): Stinson 108-3 · Vashon, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1985 · N6162M · Destroyed
  > Plt reported a loss of power on initial climb from takeoff; stalled acft while manuvering for best lndg place in orchard. Fire broke out as occupants evacuated the act. Consuming most of the cabin/fuselage. Investigation failed to reveal cause of power loss.

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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 ('9230408'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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