# NTSB investigations: WSK PZL Mielec M-18A

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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## Latest cases

- [NTSB CEN21FA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21FA314.md): PZL Mielec M18 · Seiling, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Jul 12, 2021 · N9310R · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s in-flight loss of control due to the structural failure of a wing fitting and separation of the outboard wing section. Also causal were the inadequate wing fitting inspections, which failed to detect the initial corrosion and crack before it…
- [NTSB GAA18CA502](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA502.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Dansville, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 4, 2018 · N851EJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from crops during an agricultural application flight.
- [NTSB ERA16LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA209.md): WSK PZL Mielec M 18A · Brunswick, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2016 · N2283M · Destroyed
  > The failure of the right wing due to a fatigue fracture of the right outboard wing forward spar lower fitting. Contributing to the accident was the routine operation of the airplane over its certificated maximum gross weight and the operator's improper or…
- [NTSB GAA15CA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15CA135.md): WSK PZL Mielec M 18A · Nyssa, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 23, 2015 · N2159C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA14CA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14CA201.md): WSK PZL Mielec M 18A · Blountstown, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 12, 2014 · N2297L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the tailwind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB WPR13LA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA308.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18B · Caldwell, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2013 · N7643J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper decision to continue the takeoff with a tailwind after he recognized a performance problem with the airplane and his delayed action to dump the chemical load.
- [NTSB CEN13LA163](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA163.md): PZL Mielec M-18A · Jennings, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 15, 2013 · N4305D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inadequate visual lookout, which resulted in a collision with guy wires during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB CEN11LA512](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA512.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Anderson, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 2011 · N92640 · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue failure of the propeller governor speeder spring, which resulted in the pilot’s inability to control engine output power.
- [NTSB CEN10CA406](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA406.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Muncie, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 10, 2010 · N92640 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to see and avoid the power line during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB ERA10CA279](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA279.md): PZL Mielec M18 · Lake Placid, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 22, 2010 · N80188 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CEN09LA534](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA534.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Audubon, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 18, 2009 · N2065B · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to failure of the compressor turbine resulting from exposure to elevated operating temperatures for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09CA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA313.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · DeWitt, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 22, 2009 · N7056U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the well stand-pipe during the takeoff climb.
- [NTSB WPR09CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA041.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Mountain Home, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 8, 2008 · N81705 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, and, his failure to properly secure the aircraft as he left the cockpit with the engine operating, which resulted in the unoccupied airplane inadvertently becoming airborne and colliding with a fence and terrain.
- [NTSB SEA08CA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA168.md): WSL PZL Mielec · Caldwell, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 29, 2008 · N81541 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain clearance from a power line while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident was a vehicle.
- [NTSB DFW07LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA154.md): Wsk-Pzl Mielic M-18A · Tunica, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2007 · N4305T · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX07TA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07TA208.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Burns, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 8, 2007 · N92043 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX05TA277](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05TA277.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Elko, NV · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Aug 23, 2005 · N7077N · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to adequately plan for the wind direction and speed during a fire retardant delivery flight, which led to a loss of true airspeed, failure to attain a proper climb rate, and the in-flight collision with mountainous terrain. Contributing…
- [NTSB ATL05LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05LA052.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Macedonia, SC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 23, 2005 · N2296Y · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue cracking of the planetary gear housing, which resulted in the loss of engine power.
- [NTSB SEA04TA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04TA147.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Burns, OR · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 26, 2004 · N495WP · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the throttle linkage clevis to the throttle control arm by unknown maintenance personnel. Contributing factors were the nylon lock nut separating from its' bolt, which permitted the throttle cable to disconnect from the throttle…
- [NTSB CHI04TA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04TA193.md): PZL-Mielec M-18T · Pine Ridge, SD · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 12, 2004 · N7077N · Substantial damage
  > The propeller went to an overspeed condition as a result of contamination of the propeller control unit due to improper servicing by the operator and the mechanic. A factor was the hilly terrain.
- [NTSB LAX04GA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04GA243.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · St. George, UT · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jun 17, 2004 · N8214J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed margin, resulting in a stall and loss of control.
- [NTSB FTW04LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA152.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Dumas, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N161RA · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB LAX04TA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04TA161.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Safford, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Mar 16, 2004 · N6259N · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and at least one ensuing engine power surge, which caused the airplane to pitch up abruptly into a stall at an altitude too low for recovery. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's mismanagement of the fuel…
- [NTSB MIA03LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03LA138.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Belle Glade, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 2003 · N82120 · Substantial damage
  > The inability of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane following a blown right main landing gear tire during the takeoff roll, resulting in the airplane rolling into soft terrain and subsequent nose over. A factor in the accident was the…
- [NTSB CHI03LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA148.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Reydell, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 2003 · N135RA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during initial climb.
- [NTSB MIA03CA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03CA108.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Baxterville, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 13, 2003 · N82204 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue the takeoff at a low airspeed which resulted in a stall, an uncontrolled descent, and an impact with terrain.
- [NTSB FTW03LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA047.md): WSK PZL Mielec M18A · Votaw, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 2002 · N6288M · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undertermined reasons. Contributing factors included the unsuitable terrain for the forced landing and the lack of airspeed.
- [NTSB ATL02LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA146.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Indianola, MS · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 2002 · N6236M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in a stall and the subsequent uncontrolled collision with the ground while maneuvering for an aerial application run.
- [NTSB DEN02TA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN02TA069.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Fillmore, UT · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 8, 2002 · N5198Y · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to follow proper procedures/directives, and the airplane's inability to climb while maneuvering after takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were improperly mixed aerial application materials (fire retardant slurry), the high…
- [NTSB SEA02LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA065.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Rockford, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 8, 2002 · N81705 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning/decision to continue the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the wind gusts.
- [NTSB FTW01LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW01LA149.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Paris, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2001 · N8209Q · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power for an undertermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW00LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA267.md): PZL-Mielec M-18A · Jacksonville, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 2000 · N81548 · Substantial damage
  > the corrosion and fatigue cracking of the right wing attachment fitting, which resulted in the right wing separating in flight. A factor was the failure of the operator to perform the recommended wing attachment fitting inspection.
- [NTSB CHI00LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA181.md): Pzl-Mielec M-18A · Champion, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 2000 · N7015K · Substantial damage
  > the undetermined uncontrolled descent.
- [NTSB FTW00LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA157.md): Pzl-Mielec M-18A · Marmaduke, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2000 · N2065S · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush.
- [NTSB FTW00LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA149.md): PZL-Mielec M-18A · Kilbourne, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 22, 2000 · N2296C · Destroyed
  > The corrosion and fatigue cracking of the right wing attachment fitting, which resulted in the right wing separating in flight.
- [NTSB CHI00FA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00FA139.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Muskegon, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 20, 2000 · N178RA · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees. Factors relating to this accident were the low altitude and the trees.
- [NTSB LAX00LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA166.md): PZL-Mielec M-18A · Williams, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2000 · N62587 · Substantial damage
  > A momentary interruption in engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DEN99LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN99LA140.md): Pzl-Mielec M-18A · Hasty, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1999 · N9103Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to refuel his airplane, and the subsequent airborne fuel exhaustion. Factors were the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing, and the high vegetation in the field.
- [NTSB FTW99LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA170.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Basile, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 1999 · N7075D · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the right wing forward spar lower attachment fitting due to a fatigue fracture, which emanated from corrosion as a result of maintenance not being performed.
- [NTSB FTW99LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA124.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Hickory Ridge, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 1999 · N22524 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain minimum required airspeed for flight, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
- [NTSB CHI98LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA155.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Dawson, ND · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 17, 1998 · N2284B · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the telephone pole. Factors associated with the accident were the pole and the glare from the rising sun.
- [NTSB FTW98LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA034.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Roanoke, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 1997 · N149RA · Substantial damage
  > loss of engine power for an undetermined reason(s). A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI97LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA267.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Coopersville, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 1997 · N178RA · Substantial damage
  > the pilot inadequate fuel system management which led to a fuel starvation.
- [NTSB MIA97LA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA207.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Clewiston, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1997 · N82019 · Destroyed
  > a forced landing as a result of an undetermined loss of engine power and subsequent impact with a railroad switching unit and nose over.
- [NTSB FTW97LA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA231.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Waldenburg, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 1997 · N148RA · Destroyed
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision. The short runway and failure to use up to 10 degrees of flaps were related factors.
- [NTSB FTW97FA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA193.md): Pezetel M-18A · Wilmot, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 19, 1997 · N8089Z · Destroyed
  > failure of the pilot to remove the elevator control lock before the first flight of the day, which resulted in his inability to control the airplane, due to the locked elevator control. Related factors were: the prevailing high winds and the lack of a visible…
- [NTSB FTW97LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA159.md): Pzl-Mielec M-18A · Sinton, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 1997 · N6872 · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation resulting from the failure of the engine driven fuel pump due to an undetermined reason. A factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB FTW96LA325](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA325.md): Pezetel M-18A · Mcgehee, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1996 · N7643J · Substantial damage
  > failure of the brake system for undetermined reason(s), which resulted in a loss of directional control and a subsequent encounter with a ditch.
- [NTSB FTW96LA307](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA307.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Beedeville, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1996 · N163RA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance.
- [NTSB FTW96LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA297.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Mcgehee, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1996 · N80199 · Destroyed
  > a loss of engine power and subsequent engine fire for undetermined reasons.

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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 ('9810103'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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