# NTSB investigations, TN: 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. ## Latest cases - [NTSB ATL06LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL06LA127.md): Stinson 108 · Holladay, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 2006 · N97651 · Substantial damage > A total loss of engine power in cruise flight due to the fatigue failure of the crankshaft gear resulting in a forced landing and subsequent nose over. - [NTSB DCA06FA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA06FA033.md): Mcdonnell Douglas DC10 · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2006 · N386FE · Substantial damage > The rupture of a fatigue crack in the forward air seal tooth serration of the No. 3 engine low pressure turbine stage 1 disk that initiated due to an improper weld repair performed during original manufacture. The improper weld repair changed the material… - [NTSB ATL05TA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05TA055.md): Cessna T-41B · Sparta, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Mar 3, 2005 · N14449 · Substantial damage > Improper installation of the timing reference plug by other maintenance personnel, which resulted in oil starvation, and the loss of engine power. - [NTSB ATL05LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05LA026.md): Golden Circle Air T-Bird II · Dunlap, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 2004 · UNREG · Substantial damage > The pilot's improper flare during forced landing following a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor was the separation of a fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation to the engine. - [NTSB ATL03LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA139.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Collegedale, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 2003 · N2310T · Substantial damage > A loss of engine power due to oil exhaustion as a result of the installation of the incorrect quick-drain valve that opened during flight. - [NTSB ATL03LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA117.md): Stinson 108-3 · Hendersonville, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2003 · N6088M · Substantial damage > The total loss of engine power due to loss of oil pressure for undetermined reasons, resulting in a forced landing and nose over on none suitable terrain. - [NTSB ATL03LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA085.md): Piper PA-28-151 · Rogersville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 2003 · N43266 · Substantial damage > The rupture of the carburetor float, which resulted in the loss of engine power and subsequent on ground collision with trees. - [NTSB MIA02LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA147.md): Bellanca 17-31A · Gainesboro, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 2002 · N39835 · Substantial damage > a total loss of engine power due to the failure of the main bearing, a loss of oil pressure and the seizure of a connecting rod, resulting in damage to the airplane during the subsequent forced landing. - [NTSB ATL01IA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL01IA083.md): Boeing B-727-100 · Memphis, TN · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 2001 · N189FE · Minor damage > The failure of the #3 engine starter turbine. - [NTSB MIA99LA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA234.md): Bellanca 17-30A · Robbins, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 1999 · N42VB · Substantial damage > The total loss of engine power due to failure of maintenance personnel to assure that the thru bolt nut at the Nos. 2 and 3 cylinders was adequately torqued following removal and replacement of the No. 3 cylinder approximately 328 hours earlier. Also, the… - [NTSB ATL97LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA104.md): Cessna 177RG · Knoxville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1997 · N52120 · Substantial damage > the pilot's inadequate preflight by failing to ensure the oil filler cap was secured during his preflight inspection, and loss of engine oil (oil exhaustion), which resulted in subsequent engine failure. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of… - [NTSB ATL97LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA091.md): Beech E50 · Tullahoma, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N4265R · Substantial damage > improper operation of the engine that produced internal damage, and improper servicing of the airplane by the owner/pilot mechanic that resulted in the subsequent mechanical failure of the engine crankshaft counterweight. Contributing to the accident was the… - [NTSB ATL96LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96LA112.md): Cessna 180 · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1996 · N3122C · Substantial damage > Inadequate annual inspection that resulted in the in-flight loss of the fuel system strainer and subsequent fuel starvation. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. - [NTSB MIA96LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA180.md): Bell 206B · Pigeon Forge, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1996 · N999TV · Substantial damage > fatigue failure of the engine PC line, induced by damage from improper installation, which resulted in a loss of engine power and an autorotative landing to unsuitable terrain. - [NTSB ATL95LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA171.md): Bell 47G · Union City, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 1995 · N616X · Substantial damage > Failure of a #4 connecting rod bolt, which resulted in engine stoppage and a forced landing. - [NTSB ATL95FA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95FA159.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-26 · Jonesborough, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 1995 · N7080L · Substantial damage > a blocked fuel injector nozzle, which increased the engine fuel consumption; failure of the pilot to adequately monitor fuel consumption, which resulted in fuel exhaustion before the airplane reached the destination; and the passenger's interference with the… - [NTSB ATL95LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA094.md): Piper PA-23-160 · Dayton, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 6, 1995 · N4300Y · Destroyed > Installation of an improper crankshaft oil seal which eventually separated from its seat resulting in excessive oil loss, and the pilot's improper inflight planning in that he did not allow sufficient time to lower the landing gear. - [NTSB ATL95LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA061.md): Cessna 177B · Collegedale, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 1995 · N35138 · Destroyed > The mechanic's failure to follow approved engine overhaul procedures which resulted in the separation of the oil return line, and the complete loss of engine power. - [NTSB ATL95LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA051.md): Taylorcraft F19 · Tullahoma, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 13, 1995 · N20001 · Substantial damage > A lack of lubricant to the starter/roller clutch, seizure of the starter, and failure of the four crankshaft gear capscrews (bolts), which resulted in disengagement of the crankshaft (accessory) gear and subsequent loss of engine power. - [NTSB ATL94LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94LA158.md): Cessna 172XP · Clarksburg, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1994 · N9797V · Substantial damage > The failure of the alternator drive coupling, and debris from the failed coupling that lodged in the engine oil pump, resulting in a sheared oil pump drive shaft. The engine subsequently failed because of oil starvation. - [NTSB ATL94IA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94IA097.md): Douglas DC-9-32 · Memphis, TN · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · May 5, 1994 · N986US · Minor damage > The fatigue fracture of the combustion chamber outer case. A factor was the manufacturer's inadequate inspection criteria. - [NTSB ATL94LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94LA064.md): Cessna 152 · Lebanon, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 1994 · N95010 · Substantial damage > The student pilot's failure to follow the flight instructor's instructions to abort the takeoff after the airplane failed to develop takeoff power. The student pilot also delayed in relinquishing the flight control of the airplane to the flight instructor. A… - [NTSB ATL93LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA148.md): Beech V35A · Knoxville, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 1993 · N7733R · Substantial damage > Inadequate annual inspection procedures for the fuel system, which resulted in fuel starvation due to blockage of the fuel floscan transducer. A factor was insufficient FAA inspection standards/requirements. - [NTSB ATL92LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA182.md): Piper PA-22 · Jasper, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 15, 1992 · N8005C · Substantial damage > The fractured valve which resulted in a total loss of engine power, while flying over terrain that was not suitable for a forced landing. A factor was the densely wooded, mountainous terrain. - [NTSB ATL92LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA072.md): Cessna U206G · Lafayette, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 29, 1992 · N9679G · Substantial damage > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspections which resulted in oil starvation and eventual failure of the engine. A factor was the rough terrain where the airplane was force landed. - [NTSB ATL92LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA063.md): Beech A36 · Mt. Pleasant, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 1992 · N174OD · Substantial damage > The manufacturer's failure to provide adequate torque information which resulted in the loss of torque on the cylinder hold down nuts and the complete loss of engine power. - [NTSB ATL92LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA038.md): Beech J-35 · Knoxville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 12, 1992 · N185Y · Substantial damage > The manufacturer's failure to provide adequate torque information which resulted in the loss of torque on the cylinder hold down nuts and the complete loss of engine power. - [NTSB ATL89FA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA035.md): Hughes 269C · Mohawk, TN · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 1988 · N9575F · Destroyed > The helicopter had landed at a private airstrip and the instructor deplaned. The dual student remained in the helicopter with the engine running. The CFI reboarded and the student made the takeoff. Later, on downwind in traffic pattern, a witness reported a… - [NTSB ATL88DLT02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88DLT02.md): Grumman G-164B · Dancyville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 22, 1988 · N6783K · Destroyed - [NTSB ATL88FA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88FA155.md): Cessna 150L · Knoxville, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 1988 · N1491Q · Destroyed - [NTSB ATL87LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL87LA154.md): Cessna T210N · Murfreesboro, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 1987 · N4965Y · Substantial damage > While climbing thru 6,000 ft, the plt heard & felt a 'thud' & then realized the eng had failed. Drg a subsequent emerg landing in a muddy corn field, the nose gear mired in soft terrain & the acft nosed over. A teardown of the eng revealed the crankshaft was… - [NTSB ATL87FA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL87FA009.md): Bell 206B III · Nashville, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 20, 1986 · N2204Z · Substantial damage > The plt was in a descent toward a building in a downtown area which he wanted aerial photographs of. At about 1700 ft AGL he reported the helicopter jerked hard and yawed to the left. He initiated an autorotation and during the descent to the selected landing… - [NTSB ATL86LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86LA099.md): Piper PA-28R-180 · Crossville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 18, 1986 · N7613J · Substantial damage > On takeoff the plt saw an oil leak around the prop hub. The acft was returned to the airport and the prop governor oil tube fitting was found to be cracked. The part was replaced and the flt was continued. The part was checked during a later refueling stop… - [NTSB ATL86FLT03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86FLT03.md): Cessna 172I · Millington, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Nov 3, 1985 · N35469 · Substantial damage > The acft collaped the nose lndg bear during a forced lndg after the engine failed during takeoff. During post ace eng exam the wires disconnected from the magneto switch. The wires were resting on the 'p' leads. The fastening screw found on the bottom of the… - [NTSB ATL86LA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL86LA008.md): Piper PA-28-201T · Chattanooga, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 1985 · N2854S · Substantial damage > The aircraft lost total power during takeoff initial climb and attempted an forced landing in a shopping center parking lot. During the landing attempt the aircraft collided with a utility pole and slid inverted approximately 250 ft before coming to rest.… - [NTSB ATL85FLT13](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL85FLT13.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Springfield, TN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 26, 1985 · N2438C · Substantial damage > The acft was substantially damaged after contacting thres during a landing following a loss of pwr on takeoff. Post accident inspection revealed the carburetor valve ass'y had separated from the lever ass'y allowing the valve to seat flat against the… - [NTSB ATL85LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL85LA254.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Spring City, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1985 · N23376 · Substantial damage > The student was on a solo cross-country training flight when the engine lost total power without warning. The plt made an emergency landing in a field and durning the landing the aircraft collided with trees and was substantially damaged. Post crash… - [NTSB ATL85LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL85LA024.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Lincoln, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 1984 · N9855P · Substantial damage > The acft was making a swath run spraying crops when the engine suddenly lost power with 200 yards of level field remaining for an emergency landing. After touchdown the plt turned the acft to avoid a collision with trees. During the turn the nose of the acft… - [NTSB ATL84FLT10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL84FLT10.md): North American T-28 · Loudon, TN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 23, 1984 · N700H · Destroyed > The plt reported that he heard a loud bang in the acft eng & it lost pwr & started emmitting smoke. During a forced landing, the acft went thru 4 fences & hit a ditch, and the nose gear collapsed. A fire, which started in flt, destroyed the cockpit after the… - [NTSB ATL84FLT01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL84FLT01.md): Cessna 152 · Clifton, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Oct 27, 1983 · N48825 · Substantial damage > According to the plt, he was descending from 8500 ft to 2500 ft when the eng quit without warning at aprx 4500 ft. he stated that he made a 'mayday' call & attempted to make an emergency landing in a field. However, the acft hit some trees at the edge of the… - [NTSB ATL83LA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL83LA207.md): Rand KR-2 · Dayton, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 1983 · N83UT · Substantial damage > The acft had been airborne for over 1 hr & was descending onto base leg when the eng quit running as the plt went to add power. A forced landing was made in a grassy area near the rwy. After the acft touched down, it hit a ditch during the roll-out, then… - [NTSB ATL83FA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL83FA024.md): Cessna 210E · Chattanooga, TN · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 3, 1982 · N4958U · Substantial damage > The eng lost power passing 4,000 ft during climbout. The plt immediately reversed course & attempted to reach lovell field. He was unable to reach the rwy & landed in a shopping center parking lot 1 mi short of the rwy. The right wing struck a signpost & the… - [NTSB ATL82DA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL82DA264.md): Piper PA-28R · Sewanee, TN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 3, 1982 · N4976S · Substantial damage > Enroute the oil pressure dropped to zero & shortly thereafter the prop seized due to oil starvation. Post exam revealed a crack in the prop governor oil line, P/N76157, at the bend about 1 inch away from the "b" nut attaching the line to the elbow fitting at… - [NTSB ATL82FKW05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL82FKW05.md): Cessna 177RG · Kingston, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Mar 7, 1982 · N2150Q · Substantial damage > During cruise flight a gear tooth from the aluminum idler gear in the engine oil pump failed. This locked the oil pump causing failure of the main drive gear. The aircraft landed in rough terrain with gulleys. ## 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" = 'TN' 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" = 351) ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?occurrence=351&state=TN --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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