# 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 CHI89LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA141.md): Cessna R172K · Wisconsin Dells, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1989 · N736DA · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to insure the oil filler cap was properly secured when he serviced the aircraft before takeoff, and subsequent loss of oil and oil exhaustion. The tree was considered to be a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX89IA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89IA242.md): Aerospatiale AS350D · Long Beach, CA · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1989 · N143EH · Minor damage
  > The failure of the engine driven fuel pump.
- [NTSB BFO89FA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA060.md): Beech V35TC · Charlottesville, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1989 · N118FC · Destroyed
  > Improper installation of the throttle and variable absolute controller assemblies by maintenance personnel which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB SEA89LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA133.md): Aeronca 7AC · American Falls, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N1636E · Substantial damage
  > An engine failure due to stripped and broken teeth on a magneto drive gear in the accessory gear box. A soft field caused the nose over during the forced landing.
- [NTSB ANC89LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA124.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Quinhagak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N32062 · Destroyed
  > Powerplant failure for an unknown reason, which resulted in an engine vibration, oil leak and a fire.
- [NTSB NYC89LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89LA165.md): Cessna 182A · Lancaster, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1989 · N6171B · Substantial damage
  > Water contamination of the fuel, and an inadequate preflight by the pilot-in-command.
- [NTSB MIA89LA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89LA190.md): Cessna 172M · Perry, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1989 · N4427Q · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the number three exhaust valve which necessitated a forced landing. The trees were considered to be a contributing factor.
- [NTSB MIA89IA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89IA186.md): Bell 206L-1 · Chiefland, FL · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1989 · N2137U · No damage
  > Engine failure due to failure of the first stage turbine wheel disk.
- [NTSB ANC89LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA114.md): Cessna 180 · Port Alsworth, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1989 · N1512C · Substantial damage
  > A blocked fuel line between the fuel selector and the engine which caused fuel starvation.
- [NTSB MKC89LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA152.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Excelsor Sprgs, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1989 · N4175R · Substantial damage
  > The catastrophic failure of the aircraft engine and the pilots failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll. Improper maintenance, the dark night conditions, and restricted visibility due to oil on the windscreen were…
- [NTSB DEN89LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA165.md): Henry Vickers HCV-110 · Newcastle, WY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1989 · N4831N · Substantial damage
  > The failure to the magneto. The selection of a powerplant with a single magneto system was an improper choice and directly contributed to the cause. The pilot's misjudgement of the wind for the approach to a forced landing resulted in an improper ground…
- [NTSB MKC89LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA148.md): Grumman G-164B · Stockville, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 1989 · N6629Q · Substantial damage
  > Total failure of the powerplant caused by a broken cylinder.
- [NTSB NYC89LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89LA154.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Middletown, RI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1989 · N5029S · Substantial damage
  > The failure of both magnetos shortly after takeoff..
- [NTSB BFO89LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89LA053.md): Champion 7GCBC · Ocean City, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1989 · N7521F · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine power from exhaust gas leakage into the carburetor inlet, causing engine air starvation, and material failure of the exhaust manifold..
- [NTSB SEA89LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA121.md): Grumman-Schweizer G-164A · Colfax, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1989 · N8974H · Substantial damage
  > Improper installation of the cylinder assembly. The terrain was not suitable for a successful forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL89LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89LA169.md): Cessna 401 · Raleigh, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1989 · N8271F · Substantial damage
  > Improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel and excessive fuel pressure to the right engine (rich mixture). A possible contributing factor was the worn/unserviceable internal lock nut in the fuel pump.
- [NTSB ANC89LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA103.md): De Havilland DHC-2 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1989 · N5595M · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate annual inspection by maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB SEA89FA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89FA118.md): Colonial C-1 · Bremerton, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1989 · N260B · Destroyed
  > Malfunction of both magnetos due to deterioration of the coils, which resulted in the loss of engine power. Factors related to the accident were: an inadequate airworthiness directive (no calendar time limits), and the lack of suitable terrain (rough/uneven)…
- [NTSB ANC89LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA102.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Tuntutuliak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1989 · N15306 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the engine crankshaft. A contributing factor to aircraft damage was a mud (dirt) bank which the aircraft hit during the emergency landing.
- [NTSB MKC89LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA143.md): Cessna 172 · Sauk Rapids, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1989 · N3814S · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to properly secure the oil cap when he serviced the aircraft and oil starvation. Contributing factors were the terrain conditions.
- [NTSB SEA89LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA115.md): Grumman-Schweizer G-164A · Battle Mountain, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1989 · N9830 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power in flight due to a broken number two rocker arm. Contributing to the accident was the vehicle on the road which resulted in the pilot flaring prematurely.
- [NTSB NYC89LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89LA150.md): Cessna 172N · Niagara Falls, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 1989 · N52HR · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure due to oil starvation and collision with terrain during the forced landing. The oil starvation was caused by the oil leaking out of the drain because maintenance personnel failed to install the drain plug.
- [NTSB FTW89DRD08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DRD08.md): Schweizer G-164B · Kaplan, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jun 16, 1989 · N48592 · Destroyed
  > Loss of engine power due to a cracked cylinder.
- [NTSB ATL89DKJ05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89DKJ05.md): Hadley Teenie TWO · Guntersville, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jun 11, 1989 · N8203 · Destroyed
  > Undetermined. Factors related to the accident were: lack of a suitable landing area, high obstructions, and a dirt bank.
- [NTSB FTW89DRD06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DRD06.md): Grumman-Schweizer G-164B · Ville Platte, LA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 6, 1989 · N6693Q · Substantial damage
  > Wear and/or failure of the carburetor/float. Factors related to the accident were: the terrain conditions.
- [NTSB MIA89LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89LA168.md): Beech A24R · Gulfport, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1989 · N9700Q · Substantial damage
  > Failure of a #2 connecting rod assembly, which resulted in separation of the #2 cylinder and subsequent loss of engine power. Contributing factors were: inadequate maintenance, the transmission (power) line, and trees.
- [NTSB DEN89LA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA132.md): Champion 7GCBC · Monticello, UT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1989 · N7545F · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate preflight of the aircraft by the pilot which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. The terrain condition was considered to be a factor.
- [NTSB FTW89DPJ05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DPJ05.md): Nord Stampe SV4C · Bartlesville, OK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 3, 1989 · N47SV · Substantial damage
  > Total failure of the engine connecting rod.
- [NTSB CHI89DET06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89DET06.md): Dilley P51R · Hamilton, IN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 3, 1989 · N91KD · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the #3 connecting rod. A factor was the unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB CHI89DEX04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89DEX04.md): North American SNJ-5 · Sellersburg, IN · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Jun 2, 1989 · N3665F · Substantial damage
  > The ingestion of a foreign object and subsequent supercharger impeller failure.
- [NTSB MKC89LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA119.md): Rockwell Thrush S2R · Carlisle, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 1989 · N4900X · Substantial damage
  > The engine failed due to a cracked cylinder and the pilot was forced to attempt a landing in a rice field where the gear collapsed.
- [NTSB ANC89LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA079.md): Piper PA-22 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 29, 1989 · N2828P · Substantial damage
  > A crack on the left side of the engine crankcase which resulted in a loss of lubricating oil and which forced the pilot to land on a gravel bar which resulted in a nose over during landing.
- [NTSB MIA89LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89LA166.md): Ayres S2R · Lambert, MS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 28, 1989 · N5543X · Destroyed
  > Failure of the engine impeller. The ditch in the emergency landing area was a related factor.
- [NTSB MKC89LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA114.md): Cessna 188 · Table Rock, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 26, 1989 · N9084R · Substantial damage
  > The catastrophic failure of the internal engine components due to oil starvation. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the rough terrain the pilot was forced to land on.
- [NTSB FTW89LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89LA098.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Edmond, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 24, 1989 · N3940X · Substantial damage
  > Improper maintenance performed by the company mechanic who failed to tighten the oil sump plug, and also failed to safety it.
- [NTSB CHI89LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA094.md): Piper PA-28-161 · Houghton, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 21, 1989 · N8267Z · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in fuel exhaustion from lack of fuel. Factors related to the accident were: obstructions (road sign & guard rail) in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB DEN89DQA01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89DQA01.md): Mccoy BD-5 · Farmington, NM · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 20, 1989 · N71HM · Substantial damage
  > The malfunction of the aircraft electrical system due to a faulty circuit breaker. The subsequent failure of the electrical system resulted in failure of the engine ignition system and loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CHI89LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA087.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Waunakee, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 14, 1989 · N7465P · Substantial damage
  > Slippage of a bearing, which resulted in blockage of the lubrication system, and subsequent failure of a connecting rod.
- [NTSB LAX89LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA146.md): Beech A36 · Sacramento, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 9, 1989 · N7238A · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the number four piston assembly. A factor related to the accident was: the soft/uneven terrain in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB DEN89LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA115.md): Cessna 182G · St. Xavier, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 3, 1989 · N3410S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering for a forced landing following a failure of the number two piston. Contributing to the accident was smoke in the cockpit.
- [NTSB NYC89FA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89FA129.md): Brantly Helicopter B-2 · Herkimer, NY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 1989 · N2113U · Destroyed
  > A forced landing in unsuitable terrain due to an internal engine failure. The engine failure sequence was initiated by a failed oil pressure relief spring which had failed in fatigue due to improper plating of the spring. The spring failure caused oil…
- [NTSB LAX89LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA180.md): Mooney M20C · Hesperia, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 1989 · N5909Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot, the operator of the airplane, improperly maintained the airplane, and during the ensuing forced landing the pilot's inflight planning was poor and that he misjudeged the airplane's altitude.
- [NTSB ATL89LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89LA126.md): Grumman AA-5B · Siler City, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 1989 · N28990 · Substantial damage
  > Improper engine overhaul procedures which resulted in the catastrophic failure of the engine crankshaft. Contributing to the accident was the lack of a suitable forced landing area.
- [NTSB DEN89LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA098.md): Piper PA-28RT-201T · Alamosa, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 1989 · N48DL · Substantial damage
  > Fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft. A factor related to the accident was: the terrain condition in the emergency landing area.
- [NTSB LAX89DUQ03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89DUQ03.md): Martin Sorrell Hiperlight · Liano, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 2, 1989 · N85HL · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure due to a seized piston.
- [NTSB LAX89LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA141.md): Hughes 369D · Vallejo, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 1989 · N5108E · Substantial damage
  > Fatigue failure of a defective pc tube assembly resulting in a loss of engine power. A contributing factor was the unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB LAX89FA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89FA140.md): Piper PA-60-601P · Newport Beach, CA · Accident · 5 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 1989 · CGWPS · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to attain adequate airspeed before maneuvering (turning) back toward the airport, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control. A factor related to the accident was: improper maintenance/installation of a fuel injector reference air line,…
- [NTSB CHI89LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA065.md): Piper PA-28-235 · Monee, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 1989 · N55191 · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate maintenance/inspection of the aircraft after metal fragments were found in the oil, and worn cam lobes/followers/piston pin plugs, which resulted in oil contamination, restriction (blockage) in the oil system, oil starvation, and subsequent engine…
- [NTSB CHI89LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA063.md): Beech 95-B-55 · Crothersville, IN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 1989 · N27WF · Substantial damage
  > A failure of the engine due to a crankshaft counterweight failure. The pilot performed emergency procedures and executed a forced landing in an open field, where the aircraft encountered a large muddy area, bogged down and nosed over.
- [NTSB MIA89LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89LA114.md): Dyar KIT FOX · Purvis, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 25, 1989 · N70396 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the engine's rear piston. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's lack of altitude for a forced landing and trees in the emergency landing area.

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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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