# NTSB investigations, 2012, CA

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 WPR13FA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA076.md): Mckenzie Lancair IV-P Turbine · Lakeside, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 29, 2012 · N5M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed while attempting a visual climb through a broken cloud layer, which resulted in a stall/spin.
- [NTSB WPR13FA312](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA312.md): Mooney M20F · Yosemite Valley, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 17, 2012 · N9524M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to continue flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his failure to maintain situational awareness and sufficient altitude to clear mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB WPR13CA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA065.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Tehachapi, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 8, 2012 · N8595V · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot's continued descent into instrument meteorological conditions during the landing approach and his loss of situational awareness, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR13CA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA071.md): Hughes 369 · Pasadena, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 7, 2012 · N818CE · Substantial damage
  > An unsecured headset, which struck the leading edge of a tail rotor blade. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate safety briefing.
- [NTSB WPR13FA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA054.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 II · Corona, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 2012 · N4204A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance between the helicopter’s main rotor blades and the metal canopy of a fuel island.
- [NTSB WPR13LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA052.md): Cessna U206 · Van Nuys, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 2012 · N5229U · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fatigue fractures of two crankshaft gear teeth from corrosion pitting, which resulted in an off-airport forced landing and collision with obstacles on the ground.
- [NTSB WPR13CA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA055.md): Piper PA18 · Needles, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 24, 2012 · N2224 · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor, while demonstrating a water landing to the pilot receiving instruction, did not maintain proper alignment with the landing surface, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB WPR13LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA050.md): Sater Coot A-Amphib · San Andreas, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 2012 · N8VS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive flight control inputs, which led to flight that exceeded the structural limits of the airplane and resulted in structural failure of both wings.
- [NTSB WPR13LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA047.md): Cessna 210 · San Rafael, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 2012 · N3919Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during initial climb for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR13GA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13GA044.md): Bell OH-58 · Altadena, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Nov 17, 2012 · N911FA · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The landing pilot's failure to maintain clearance with from obstacles a parked prior to landinghelicopter and the other pilot's failure to park the helicopter inside of a marked parking pad. Contributing to the accident was the landing pilot's obscured…
- [NTSB WPR13FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA037.md): Cessna 421C · Shaver Lake, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 2012 · N700EM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to regain airplane control following a sudden rapid descent during cruise, which resulted in an in-flight breakup. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to make the flight with a failed vacuum pump, particularly at high…
- [NTSB WPR13CA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA039.md): Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecna P2004 Bravo · Carlsbad, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 11, 2012 · N153TB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with parked aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in the airplane make/model.
- [NTSB WPR13LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA035.md): Cessna 172M · Modesto, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 2012 · N21391 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the throttle control cable during maneuvering flight, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB WPR13CA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA046.md): Remos Acft Gmbh Flugzeugbau Remos GX · Sacramento, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 4, 2012 · N110GX · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB WPR13CA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA031.md): Beech D17S · Van Nuys, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 3, 2012 · N4417S · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The pilot of another airplane did not maintain a proper visual lookout during taxi, which resulted in an on-ground collision.
- [NTSB WPR13CA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA033.md): Cessna 140 · Watsonville, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 2, 2012 · N77227 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB WPR13CA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA032.md): Cessna 152 · Long Beach, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 29, 2012 · N48340 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper landing flare and recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR13IA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13IA026.md): Cessna P210N · Oakland, CA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 2012 · N43CE · Minor damage
  > The pilot’s failure to follow proper procedures to confirm that the main landing gear was down and locked before landing.
- [NTSB WPR13CA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA024.md): Cessna 170A · Calexico, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 27, 2012 · N1332D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an attempted go-around, which resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB WPR13FA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA022.md): Behne Glasair III · Byron, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2012 · N655DB · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering, which resulted in a stall and subsequent spin.
- [NTSB WPR13CA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA021.md): Piper PA24 · Lake Tahoe, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 21, 2012 · N7950P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to ensure that the landing gear was extended before landing.
- [NTSB WPR13CA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA019.md): Quicksilver Mfg MXL II Sport · Live Oak, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 20, 2012 · N187AB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to compensate for turbulent conditions, which resulted in a loss of altitude.
- [NTSB WPR13FA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA013.md): Aeropro CZ A240 · Half Moon Bay, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 15, 2012 · N72AH · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot’s decision to depart into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of airplane control.
- [NTSB WPR13LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA009.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Corona, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 13, 2012 · N4309E · Substantial damage
  > Total loss of engine power during the landing approach due to insect debris in the carburetor metering valve, which resulted in fuel starvation.
- [NTSB WPR13CA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA012.md): Maule MX-7-180C · Bishop, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 7, 2012 · N9951 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the variable wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB WPR12LA441](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA441.md): Team MINI-MAX · Chula Vista, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 1, 2012 · N1532W · Substantial damage
  > A complete loss of engine power as a result of fuel starvation due to an unsecured fuel filter, which moved in flight and kinked the flexible fuel line, severely restricting the fuel flow to the carburetor. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate…
- [NTSB WPR12LA443](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA443.md): Beech V35A · Torrance, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 28, 2012 · N6278V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during taxi, which resulted in a collision with a parked vehicle.
- [NTSB WPR12LA437](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA437.md): Mccleery Rans S6ES · Elverta, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 25, 2012 · N623LB · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during initial climb due to a failed piston ring.
- [NTSB WPR12LA434](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA434.md): Navion Navion · Lompoc, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 2012 · N4418K · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR12LA433](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA433.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Firebaugh, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 2012 · N4556S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to continue the takeoff after the engine stopped producing its full-rated torque while operating in high-density altitude conditions and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission wires.
- [NTSB WPR12CA435](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA435.md): Piper PA24 · Madera, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 20, 2012 · N8648P · Substantial damage
  > The student's and flight instructor’s failure to ensure that the landing gear was extended prior to landing.
- [NTSB WPR12LA426](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA426.md): Bell 206 - B · Mammoth Lakes, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 2012 · N222GR · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s inability to maintain sufficient main rotor rpm while maneuvering in high density altitude conditions, which resulted in a precautionary landing and subsequent rollover.
- [NTSB WPR12CA427](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA427.md): Boeing A75N1(PT17) · Lincoln, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 19, 2012 · N4777V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.
- [NTSB WPR12CA419](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA419.md): Piper PA-28-180 · French Valley, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 14, 2012 · N7971W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s loss of directional control during a go-around following a sudden change in wind direction.
- [NTSB WPR12LA417](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA417.md): Seymour Skyranger · Perris, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 2012 · N936LS · Substantial damage
  > A loss of aircraft control during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR12LA411](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA411.md): Cessna A185F · Cambria, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2012 · N80SS · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because the airplane sank in the ocean and was not recovered.
- [NTSB WPR12LA407](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA407.md): Moore Edward R MXS · Borrego Springs, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2012 · N21MX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inability to maintain control of the airplane following the loss of aileron and elevator control due to the forward flight control torque tube assembly’s detachment from the forward bearing. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate…
- [NTSB WPR12LA406](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA406.md): Aviat A-1B · Durham, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2012 · N395AA · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during takeoff initial climb for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR12CA403](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA403.md): Ayres S2R-R1340 · Brawley, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 7, 2012 · N4020A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt to takeoff in high temperatures with a tailwind. Contributing to the accident was the sun glare.
- [NTSB WPR12CA400](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA400.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Lancaster, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2012 · N308DF · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s inadvertent selection of an empty fuel tank.
- [NTSB WPR12CA387](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA387.md): Croman SH-3H · Covelo, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 1, 2012 · N611CK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree during an aerial firefighting flight.
- [NTSB WPR12LA396](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA396.md): Beech G35 · Oceano, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2012 · N4454D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s exceedance of the design maneuvering speed during descent in turbulence, which resulted in structural damage to the aft fuselage.
- [NTSB WPR12LA394](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA394.md): Bellanca 14-19-3 · Healdsburg, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2012 · N1299R · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the failure of the engine-driven fuel pump as a result of unidentified debris within the vapor return jet.
- [NTSB WPR12LA373](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA373.md): Cessna P210 · Alturas, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2012 · C-GFCK · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel vaporization. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use the auxiliary fuel pump when he noticed a degradation in the airplane’s climb performance.
- [NTSB WPR12LA371](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA371.md): Arrow Falcon Exporters OH58 · Escalon, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2012 · N503DR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees during a low-altitude agricultural application, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with the ground.
- [NTSB WPR12FA369](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA369.md): Piper PA-32-301T · South Lake Tahoe, CA · Accident · 5 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2012 · N588ET · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because examinations revealed no evidence of mechanical anomalies with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation and the pilots’ decision to continue the departure…
- [NTSB WPR12CA370](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA370.md): Cessna 150G · Madera, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 26, 2012 · N6346S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB WPR12LA367](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA367.md): Aeronca 11AC · Pacoima, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 2012 · N9409E · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power on approach for landing due to a combination of the low fuel level and fuel contamination.
- [NTSB WPR12LA414](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA414.md): Cessna T210N · Bakersfield, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 2012 · N6493N · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during the initial climb due to an in-flight fire of undetermined origin.
- [NTSB WPR12LA359](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA359.md): Fechtner KR-2 · Tehachapi, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 2012 · N37686 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the approach to the airport.

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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 year(c."eventDate") = 2012
  AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'CA' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?state=CA&year=2012

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