# NTSB investigations, 2007: Loss of engine power(partial) - nonmechanical

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 SEA08CA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA053.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Truckee, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 23, 2007 · N9086Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of partial engine power during cruise for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the snow covered terrain.
- [NTSB DEN08LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA041.md): Mooney M20C · Phillipsburg, KS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 2007 · N63LH · Destroyed
  > Total loss of engine power due to contamination of the carburetor, total blockage of the fuel inlet screen, and partial blockage of the fuel lines and fittings. Contributing to the accident were the dark night light conditions and the trees.
- [NTSB CHI08CA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA035.md): Mooney M20E · Lafayette, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 1, 2007 · N5912Q · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the connecting rod bolts during major overhaul, which resulted in the separation of the connecting rod from the crankshaft in flight. Contributing to the accident was the rising terrain encountered during touchdown and the…
- [NTSB NYC08LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA019.md): Ercoupe 415-C · Stuart, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2007 · N94320 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight due to a partially blocked fuel line.
- [NTSB LAX08LA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA005.md): Cessna 150D · Strawberry, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2007 · N4570U · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB DFW08CA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA006.md): Vans RV6 · Halifax, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 2, 2007 · N6RP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent stall during a forced landing. A contributing factor was the pilot's failure to place the electronic prop controller in the manual mode prior to aborting the landing which resulted in a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB LAX07CA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07CA287.md): Cessna 150L · Woodland, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 23, 2007 · N19298 · Substantial damage
  > a partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing conditions.
- [NTSB CHI07CA304](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA304.md): Beech C23 · Carrollton, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 22, 2007 · N9793L · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power during approach due to carburetor ice and the uneven terrain encountered during the forced landing which caused the airplane to nose over. Weather conducive to carburetor icing was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB MIA07CA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA141.md): Cessna 172 · Mooresville, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 7, 2007 · N6729A · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane by the pilot-in-command for his failure to remove all water contamination from the fuel system.
- [NTSB DEN07LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07LA150.md): Beech 35-B33 · Tucumcari, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2007 · N2133B · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to properly set the mixture prior to departing in high density altitude conditions, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power, and degraded climb capability.
- [NTSB NYC07LA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07LA192.md): Piper J-3 · Frenchtown, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 2007 · N6429H · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI07LA289](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA289.md): Cessna 310Q · Brownsburg, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 2007 · N7749Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's poor in-flight planning to make an off airport precautionary landing and his failure to maintain clearance from the construction equipment during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the construction equipment.
- [NTSB DEN07LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07LA127.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · Basin, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 2007 · N88247 · Substantial damage
  > The carburetor icing causing a partial loss of engine power, and the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control leading to the inadvertent stall. A factor contributing to the accident was the conditions conducive for carburetor icing.
- [NTSB SEA07FA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07FA208.md): Globe GC-1B · Cottage Grove, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 2007 · N3867K · Substantial damage
  > The partial/momentary loss of engine power during the takeoff initial climb for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above stall speed while maneuvering following the loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB NYC07CA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA165.md): Piper J3C-65 · Uxbridge, MA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 17, 2007 · N7088H · Destroyed
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC07LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07LA167.md): Ontario Avia. Hist. Soc. Fokker D VII · Geneseo, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 2007 · C-GWWI · Substantial damage
  > A loosening of the fuel filter, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB DEN07LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07LA119.md): Cessna T206H · Gunnison, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 2007 · N97PP · Substantial damage
  > An inadvertent stall during takeoff/initial climb. Contributing factors in this accident were a partial loss of engine power for reasons undetermined, and high density altitude conditions.
- [NTSB LAX07LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA209.md): Cessna 152 · Tracy, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 2007 · N95038 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident were the operator's inadequate engine maintenance, which precipitated the loss of engine power, the…
- [NTSB CHI07LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA199.md): Hesler Zodiac CH 601 HDS · Jamestown, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 2007 · N43207 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons, the pilot not performing an aborted takeoff at the initial recognition of a loss of engine performance, and the stall/mush the pilot encountered after takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI07LA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA185.md): Cessna 172 · Oak Grove, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 2007 · N6267E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB ANC07LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07LA048.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Tuluksak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2007 · N200AK · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise due to the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion. Factors contributing to the accident were the delayed extension of the gear, and the gear being unlocked at touchdown.
- [NTSB NYC07LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07LA134.md): Raytheon A36 · Gallatin, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2007 · N729P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s mismanagement of fuel which led to fuel starvation and loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to utilize the proper engine restart procedures, and the hard landing.
- [NTSB NYC07CA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA133.md): Piper PA-44-180 · Lumberton, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 7, 2007 · N2173S · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's improper decision to simulate an engine failure in the traffic pattern by cutting off fuel to the engine, and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during an aborted landing.
- [NTSB CHI07CA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA161.md): Weatherly 201C · Mc Clusky, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 5, 2007 · N1246W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to check for fuel contamination during the preflight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff due to water contamination. Contributing factors to the accident included the rough/uneven field and the…
- [NTSB CHI07CA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA144.md): Gulfstream-Schweizer Gulfstream AM G-164B · Walnut Ridge, AR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 14, 2007 · N8402K · Substantial damage
  > A non-mechanical loss of engine power during the takeoff roll due to fuel contamination. An additional cause was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection. A factor in the accident was the soft ground.
- [NTSB LAX07LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA155.md): Cessna 152 · Monroe, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 10, 2007 · N68166 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during cruise due to carburetor icing, and the pilot's delay in using carburetor heat.
- [NTSB DEN07CA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07CA087.md): Cessna 310R · Hatch, NM · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 27, 2007 · N3700G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inattentiveness to the fuel flow and fuel selector valve position resulting in fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to follow proper engine failure procedures, and the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision…
- [NTSB CHI07LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA106.md): Browns Vans RV-7A · Gardner, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 16, 2007 · N799WB · Substantial damage
  > Engine failure during cruise flight for undetermined reasons. A factor was the rough/uneven terrain
- [NTSB ATL07CA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07CA074.md): Piper PA-28R-201 · Waynesboro, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 12, 2007 · N47944 · Substantial damage
  > Company maintenance personnel’s improper installation of an unapproved oil quick drain plug which resulted in oil exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power during cruise flight.
- [NTSB LAX07CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07CA120.md): Carpenter Lancair 320 · Los Angeles, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 3, 2007 · N320 · Substantial damage
  > contamination of the number 2 fuel injector nozzle that lead to a partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB DFW07LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA087.md): PZL 101A · Spicewood, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 25, 2007 · N69NV · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for the forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA07CA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA061.md): Bruce E. Hotz Wind Wagon · Leesburg, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 19, 2007 · N9017M · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to abort the takeoff after recognizing that the engine rpm was 760 less than desired after becoming airborne, and the inability of the airplane to maintain a positive rate of climb resulting in a controlled descent, and in-flight…
- [NTSB LAX07LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA108.md): Piper PA-30 · Paris, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 2007 · N7169Y · Substantial damage
  > a loss of power in the right engine for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA07FA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07FA056.md): Beech 95-C55 · Port Orange, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 4, 2007 · N100FG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during initial climb resulting in inadvertent stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper positioning of the left fuel selector which resulted in fuel starvation to the left engine.

## 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 year(c."eventDate") = 2007
  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" = 354)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?occurrence=354&year=2007

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