# NTSB investigations, NJ: Loss of engine power

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 NYC08LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA070.md): Cessna 182R · Pittstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N9412X · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ATL07LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07LA106.md): Cessna 172P · Sussex, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 2007 · N63483 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC07LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07LA160.md): Cessna Ector 305A · Berkeley Townsh, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 2007 · N12633 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC07LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA063.md): Cessna 177RG · Pedricktown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 2007 · N52650 · Substantial damage
  > The first pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, and water contamination of the airplane's fuel system. A factor contributing to the accident was rough/uneven terrain.
- [NTSB NYC07CA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA101.md): Stinson 108-3 · Pompton Plains, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 20, 2007 · N6513M · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC06LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06LA204.md): Butterhof Ginny B · Shiloh, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 2006 · N349E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to overheating, for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC06LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06LA180.md): Grumman G-164A · Vineland, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 2006 · N6620Q · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to foreign object damage for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the furrowed field.
- [NTSB NYC06LA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06LA142.md): Weatherly 201B · Southampton, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2006 · N1281W · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the engine's supercharger, which resulted in a loss of engine power, and subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC06LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06LA035.md): Robinson R44 · Linden, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 18, 2005 · N44EK · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB IAD05LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05LA096.md): Piper PA-25 · Cape May, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2005 · N6289Z · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain to perform a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC04FA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA161.md): Beech E95 · Atlantic City, NJ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2004 · N7090N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while performing a go-around after experiencing a loss of power to the left engine for undetermined reason(s). A factor related to the accident was the loss of power to the left engine.
- [NTSB IAD04LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04LA024.md): Cessna 172P · Passaic, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N53565 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the evasive maneuver on the ground.
- [NTSB NYC03LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA146.md): Cessna 172N · Linden, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 2003 · N314TM · Substantial damage
  > The mechanic's improper installation of the carburetor, and his failure to secure the mixture control wire to the mixture control arm pivot bolt.
- [NTSB NYC03LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA134.md): Cessna 150L · Mount Holly, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2003 · N18146 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC03FA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03FA095.md): Beech A36 · Farmingdale, NJ · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 5, 2003 · N111TW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to refuel, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB NYC03LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA085.md): McCaa Minimax 1500R · Robbinsville, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 14, 2003 · N20569 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of power for undertermined reason(s).
- [NTSB IAD03LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD03LA025.md): Mooney 20J · Morristown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 5, 2003 · N1074Z · Substantial damage
  > Ice in the fuel system, which resulted in restricted fuel flow and a subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB NYC02LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA136.md): Stinson 108-2 · Lincoln Park, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 2002 · N390C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff when diminished performance was noted. A factor was carburetor icing, accumulated before the takeoff attempt.
- [NTSB IAD02LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA056.md): Cessna 177RG · Trenton, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2002 · N8200G · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the engine induction alternate air door, which resulted in a loss of engine power. A factor was the non-compliance with the manufacturer's service letter.
- [NTSB NYC01LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA187.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Sandy Hook, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 2001 · N4159V · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC00LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA263.md): Bell 206B · North Arlington, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 2000 · N3298G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to fly with an insufficient fuel quantity. A factor in the accident was the failure of the fuel boost pump.
- [NTSB NYC00LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA146.md): Piper PA-28-161 · Williamstown, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2000 · N4319U · Substantial damage
  > improper installation of a quick drain plug by the airplane owner/mechanic which resulted in a loss of engine oil and forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC00LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA082.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Mount Holly, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 16, 2000 · N4531F · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure due to the disconnection of the intake manifold from the #3 cylinder, as a result of improper maintenance.
- [NTSB NYC00LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA055.md): Piper PA-30 · Morristown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 19, 1999 · N7397Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to obtain proper takeoff airspeed and his failure to follow published emergency procedures. Factors related to the accident were the pilot's inadequate preflight and water contamination of the fuel system.
- [NTSB NYC99LA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99LA203.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Berlin, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 1999 · N2721R · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s).
- [NTSB NYC99FA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99FA150.md): Canadair F-86E · Mount Holly, NJ · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1999 · N186JC · Destroyed
  > A failure in the fuel transfer system which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB IAD98LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD98LA079.md): Boeing A75N1 (PT17) · West Milford, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1998 · N60019 · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB IAD98LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD98LA060.md): Piper PA-28-151 · Princeton, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 1998 · N56969 · Substantial damage
  > A stuck carburetor float which restricted fuel flow to the engine that resulted in a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB NYC98FAMS1](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC98FAMS1.md): Cessna 195 · Cape May, NJ · Accident · 1 fatal · Missing aircraft · Final report · Apr 5, 1998 · N4477C · Destroyed
  > Undetermined.
- [NTSB NYC97LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA133.md): Beech C24R · Old Bridge, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1997 · N5156M · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC97FA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97FA011.md): Yakovlev YAK-18T · Berlin, NJ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 1996 · N9418 · Destroyed
  > an inadequate preflight by unknown person(s), sometime before the flight, by failing to avoid a hydraulic lock (from oil seepage) in the #5 cylinder, which resulted in a bent connecting rod, subsequent failure of the #5 piston, and loss of engine power. Also…
- [NTSB NYC96LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA173.md): Lake LA-250 · Hamilton Twp, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 1996 · N8405F · Substantial damage
  > A complete loss of engine power due to inadequate maintenance that contributed to a loose fuel line fitting, a fuel leak and subsequent fuel starvation. The uneven terrain was a factor.
- [NTSB NYC96LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA090.md): Grumman G-164 · Toms River, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 1996 · N602U · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC96LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA038.md): Cessna 177 · South Brunswick, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 1995 · N29676 · Substantial damage
  > loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB NYC95LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA211.md): Lake LA-4-200 · Seaside Heights, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1995 · N5TB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate flare for landing, which resulted in an in-flight collision with rough water. Factors relating to the accident were: loss of engine power for an undetermined reason and rough water.
- [NTSB NYC95LA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA095.md): Piper PA-28-140B · Robbinsville, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 26, 1995 · N95116 · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC95LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA053.md): Cessna 152 · Colts Neck, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 14, 1995 · N89712 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor relating to this accident was the unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB BFO94LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94LA137.md): Enstrom F-28A · Stewartsville, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 1994 · N13CM · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reason.
- [NTSB NYC94LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA112.md): Cessna 172 · Tinton Falls, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1994 · N6979X · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC94LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA103.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Monmouth Beach, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1994 · N6375P · Destroyed
  > A power loss due to fuel starvation, for undetermined reasons. A factor was the night conditions.
- [NTSB BFO94LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94LA124.md): Piper PA-30 · Sandy Hook, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 1994 · N7041Y · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for reasons undetermined and the inability of the pilot to feather the propeller.
- [NTSB NYC94FA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94FA027.md): Piper PA-28-161 · Kinnelon, NJ · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 1993 · N43791 · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB BFO94LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94LA006.md): Cessna 150M · West Milford, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 1993 · N3481V · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to an undetermined reason. A factor in this accident was the lack of suitable terrain to complete a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC94LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA012.md): Luscombe T8F · Vernon, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1993 · N1859B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which failed to detect an unsecured dipstick, resulting in oil starvation and the loss of engine power.
- [NTSB NYC93FA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93FA145.md): Curtiss-Wright Travel AIR 4000 · Marlboro, NJ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 1993 · NC365M · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and inflight collision with the terrain.
- [NTSB NYC93LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93LA141.md): Gera Nieuport II · Somerville, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1993 · N44030 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC92LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC92LA145.md): John K. Groff JR. Q-2 · Caldwell, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1992 · N87JG · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to monitor his fuel supply which resulted in the power loss. A factor in the accident was unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB BFO92LA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO92LA016.md): Piper PA-28-151 · Mount Holly, NJ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 7, 1992 · N3906F · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC92LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC92LA017.md): Beech A23 · Fairfield, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 1991 · N1425L · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reason's which resulted in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB NYC91LA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA238.md): Cessna 182RG · Robbinsville, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 1991 · N6212T · Substantial damage
  > A detached heli coil from the number 6 cylinder, resulting in a loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing in a corn field.

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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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'NJ' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 350)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?occurrence=350&state=NJ

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