# NTSB investigations: Loss of engine power(total) - mech failure/malf

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 NYC91LA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA185.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Templeton, MA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1991 · N54819 · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation induced power loss on first the left engine due to a failed fuel fitting and then the right engine due to a worn fuel fitting. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW91DPG15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DPG15.md): Grumman 164B · Brinkley, AR · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 19, 1991 · N8491K · Destroyed
  > A blocked fuel screen which resulted in a fuel starvation induced loss of power. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA91LA202](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA202.md): Cessna A188B · Hollandale, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1991 · N9541J · Substantial damage
  > Overload failure of the no. 5 cylinder connecting rod bolt due to being loose for undetermined reasons. This resulted in the damage during the forced landing following total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB FTW91FA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91FA124.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Whitharral, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1991 · N9326T · Destroyed
  > Power loss due to fuel exhaustion. Factors were the pilot's operation with the known inoperative landing light and the dark night.
- [NTSB NYC91LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA182.md): Cessna 152 · Springwater, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1991 · N6489B · Destroyed
  > The on ground collision with trees during a forced landing after the pilot experienced an engine failure due to a broken exhaust valve.
- [NTSB LAX91LA315](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA315.md): Piper PA32-300 · Corona, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1991 · N5233S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above the aircraft's stall speed after the engine failed. Factors contributing to the accident were: the failure of the engine, magneto and accessory drive gear, the rough terrain conditions over which the engine…
- [NTSB CHI91MA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91MA220.md): Aerospace ATR-42-300 · Peoria, IL · Accident · No injuries · Major investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1991 · N425TE · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate aircraft equipment component (failed bolt), and insufficient inspection standards pertaining to the failed bolt. A factor related to the accident is inaccurate maintenance record keeping relating to oil consumption.
- [NTSB LAX91LA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA314.md): Piper PA28R-200 · So. Lake Tahoe, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1991 · N646RL · Substantial damage
  > Engine failue due to the failure of the crankshaft resulting from failure induced by a non-metallic inclusion in the shaft.
- [NTSB SEA91LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA167.md): Cessna A188B · Burley, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1991 · N6302G · Destroyed
  > Powerplant failure for undetermined reasons. Factors include in-flight collision with a tree.
- [NTSB NYC91FA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91FA178.md): Piper PA-32RT-300T · Yarmouth, MA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1991 · N36272 · Destroyed
  > The failure of the number one cylinder fuel injector line due to fatigue cracking induced by corrosion and propagated by cyclic loading which resulted in a total loss of engine power. The corrosion was due to the manufacturer's process of brazing the metal…
- [NTSB CHI91FA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91FA208.md): Temco D-16A · Eau Claire, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1991 · N88T · Substantial damage
  > The improper replacement of the fuel selector lever which resulted in loss of engine power due to fuel staration.
- [NTSB CHI91DEX04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DEX04.md): Wilbur D. Batman Challenger II · Lebanon, IN · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 4, 1991 · N503DB · Substantial damage
  > Failure to maintain stall airspeed while executing a forced landing. A factor related to the accident is failure of the engine starter clutch.
- [NTSB NYC91LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA160.md): Cessna 140 · Lancaster, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 1991 · N89209 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of an engine exhaust valve, which resulted in a loss of engine power and a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB CHI91DCQ08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DCQ08.md): Sebly Amateur Built ACRO-SPORT II · Columbus, KS · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 29, 1991 · N391KS · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor associated with the accident is soft terrain in the forced landing area.
- [NTSB MIA91LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA168.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Culebra, PR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1991 · N5513J · Substantial damage
  > Oil exhaustion for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB LAX91LA276](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA276.md): Cessna 150M · Dana Point, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1991 · N3674V · Substantial damage
  > The seizure of the no. 1 cylinder's exhaust valve in its guide and the related fracturing of the rocker arm; and the pilot's operation of the aircraft with known deficiencies.
- [NTSB DEN91LA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA089.md): Cessna A188B · Delta, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1991 · N8278G · Substantial damage
  > A total power loss due to a ruptured fuel line, and the installation of an incorrect fuel line.
- [NTSB FTW91LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA105.md): Sikorsky 58H · Corsicana, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 1991 · N4582B · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the magneto. Factors were the helicopter's position over water, the tailwind, and the inadequate main rotor RPM prior to touchdown.
- [NTSB CHI91DTG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DTG02.md): Sikorsky H-19-UH19D · Mcclusky, ND · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 18, 1991 · N6735 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the engine blower/supercharger assembly. A factor related to the accident was: no suitable terrain in which to make an immediate emergency landing.
- [NTSB ATL91LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA113.md): Rockwell S-2R · Camilla, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 17, 1991 · N8549V · Substantial damage
  > Restricted exhaust valve movement, low cylinder compression, and fouling of the engine spark plugs, which resulted in the loss of engine power. Factors were the improper servicing of the aircraft, and the use of an improper fuel grade.
- [NTSB ATL91LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA112.md): Piper PA-12 · Conway, SC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 1991 · N2GV · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the number two exhaust valve, which resulted in loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ATL91LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA111.md): Rider-Charles Aerosport Scamp · Raeford, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 1991 · N9994A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper adjustment of the engine carburetor, and his operation of the aircraft with a known powerplant deficiency. Factors in this accident were: the lack of spring tension for the fuel mixture, and the fouled condition of the engine spark plugs.
- [NTSB BFO91LA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO91LA054.md): Grumman AA-1C · Union Hall, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1991 · N9755U · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power brought on by a failure of the number three clyinder exhaust valve. Contributing to the accident was a hidden object on the emergency landing field.
- [NTSB ANC91LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA073.md): Cessna 180 · Pilot Point, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1991 · N420SB · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion, due to the Pilot's inadequate preflight. Contributing to the accident was the soft and rough terrain.
- [NTSB MIA91LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA161.md): Cessna 172K · Jacksonville, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 1991 · N79542 · Substantial damage
  > Total loss of engine power due to fatigue failure of the oil cooler resulting in oil exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was lack of suitable terrain.
- [NTSB CHI91DER04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DER04.md): Bellanca Eagle DW-1 · Hector, MN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 6, 1991 · N8800W · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the total failure of a connecting rod. Related factors are the low maneuvering altitude and the unsuitable (muddy) terrain encountered during the forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX91FA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91FA232.md): Piper PA-23 · Maricopa, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 1991 · N1237P · Destroyed
  > The pilot's poor judgement in the operation of the airplane with known deficiencies and the inadvertent stall during a forced landing. The pilot/owners lack of maintenance on the airplane and the pilot's impairment by alcohol were factors in the accident.
- [NTSB CHI91LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA173.md): Gulfstream American AA1A · Evansville, IN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 28, 1991 · N5675L · Substantial damage
  > The failure by maintenance personnel to identify the proper replacement cylinder.
- [NTSB SEA91LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA136.md): Schweizer G-164B · Wilson Creek, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1991 · N8407K · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power in flight due to improper overhaul of the carburetor float assembly fulcrum screw, shutting off fuel flow to the engine.
- [NTSB SEA91LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA117.md): Cessna T-210N · Klamath Falls, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1991 · N5375A · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to failure of the number 5 cylinder rod bearing which resulted from lack of lubrication of the main bearing.
- [NTSB SEA91LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA116.md): Greg Smith KR-2 · Twisp, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1991 · N47KR · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power in flight due to shorted magneto wires, resulting from inadequate maintenance inspection by the pilot.
- [NTSB MIA91LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA152.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Flamingo, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 25, 1991 · N56118 · Substantial damage
  > Partial loss of engine power due to failure of the no. 3 cylinder exhaust valve for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was lack of suitable terrain during the forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA91LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA149.md): Cessna 172M · Missing (Atlantic Ocean) · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 23, 1991 · N73186 · Destroyed
  > The lose of engine power for undetermined reasons which resulted in a forced landing and ditching in the atlantic ocean.
- [NTSB ANC91LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA059.md): Bell UH-1B · Smith Cove, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 22, 1991 · N87729 · Substantial damage
  > A complete lose of engine power due to a total disintegration of the turbine wheel.
- [NTSB FTW91DPG09](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DPG09.md): Grumman G-164A · Goodwin, AR · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 21, 1991 · N542D · Substantial damage
  > Power loss due to failure of the number five cylinder assembly. A factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB CHI91FA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91FA160.md): Cessna 210 · Belleville, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 20, 1991 · N9656T · Destroyed
  > Failure of the engine driven fuel pump, the failure of the pilot to activate the electric auxiliary fuel pump, poor inflight decision, and poor execution of emergency procedures. A factor relating to the accident is the pilot's lack of experience in this…
- [NTSB SEA91LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA109.md): Bell 47G-3B-1 · Malott, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 19, 1991 · N73903 · Destroyed
  > An undetermined failure of the fuel pump casing resulting in an in flight fire and loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ATL91LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA097.md): Beech 23 · Dothan, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 18, 1991 · N3549R · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the cylinder head because of previous overheated operations. Factors in the accident were the pilot's inaccurate approach which resulted in the loss of directional control and subsequent swerve into the fence.
- [NTSB FTW91LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA082.md): Cessna 210L · Marked Tree, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 17, 1991 · N29163 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the engine piston and connecting rod. A factor was the wet landing area.
- [NTSB LAX91FA213](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91FA213.md): Cessna 207A · Grand Canyon, AZ · Accident · 7 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 13, 1991 · N6280H · Destroyed
  > Detonation (or pre-ignition) in the number 1 cylinder, which resulted in erosion (burning) of the number 1 piston and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor related to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.
- [NTSB SEA91LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA103.md): Cessna 182N · Shelton, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 1991 · N8949G · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of power due to mechanical failure when the pilot was over unsuitable terrain for a forced landing. Factors include a hard landing after an inadvertent stall prior to touchdown on a highway.
- [NTSB NYC91LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA129.md): Cessna 210L · Lumberton, NJ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 1991 · N732BU · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and the resultant inadvertent stall. A factor in the accident was the loose oil filter.
- [NTSB FTW91LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA079.md): Cessna 150 · Raymondsville, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 1991 · N5759G · Destroyed
  > Oil exhaustion for undetermined reason. A factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB MIA91LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA138.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Clearwater, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 9, 1991 · N55653 · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate annual inspection of the airplane by maintenance personnel who failed to detect a deteriorated oil line. This resulted in oil exhaustion causing the total loss of engine power due to failure of one of the connecting rods. Also inadvertent…
- [NTSB LAX91LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA199.md): Cessna 182 · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 6, 1991 · N4996D · Substantial damage
  > That the pilot failed to properly preflight the airplane to assure the engine contained an adequate oil supply. Contributing to this accident was total failure of the connecting rod due to lack of lubrication.
- [NTSB NYC91DGT02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91DGT02.md): Kolb Twinstar · Williamsport, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · May 5, 1991 · N94MW · Substantial damage
  > An engine seizure as the result of overheating.
- [NTSB LAX91LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA200.md): Cessna T-337-D · Fullerton, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 5, 1991 · N2688S · Substantial damage
  > The loss of power in the front engine due to the improper and incomplete installation of the engine in the aircraft by a mechanic.
- [NTSB NYC91LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA122.md): Piper PA-28R-180 · Jessup, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 1991 · N4930J · Destroyed
  > A power loss due to oil starvation for unknown reasons, over unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB MIA91LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA126.md): Rudolph Zeller Lancair · Titusville, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 1991 · N360R · Destroyed
  > The use of improper materials for construction of the alternate air door by the aircraft owner/builder resulting in failure and separation of the door which resulted in blockage of air flow to the carburetor and loss of all engine power.
- [NTSB SEA91LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA092.md): Smelser KR-2 · Spokane, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 20, 1991 · N570TS · Substantial damage
  > A failure of the fuel drain valve which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a loss of engine power.

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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 o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 351)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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