# NTSB investigations, 1997, CO 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. Page 1 of 2 · 69 cases ## Latest cases - [NTSB FTW98LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA079.md): Beech 35-B33 · Englewood, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 27, 1997 · N5743K · Substantial damage > The pilot's improper decision to land in wind conditions that exceeded the airplane's crosswind component, and his failure to divert to an alternate airport with runways more nearly aligned with the wind. Factors were the icy runway and crosswind. - [NTSB FTW98FA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA074.md): Beech A100 · Colo Springs, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 21, 1997 · N100BE · Destroyed > Failure of the pilot to follow IFR Procedures and maintain the minimum descent altitude (MDA). A related factor was fog. - [NTSB FTW98FA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA073.md): Swearingen SA226-T · Byers, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 20, 1997 · N950TT · Destroyed > The pilot inadvertently stalling the airplane and his subsequent spatial disorientation which prevented him from maintaining airplane control. Factors were excessive workload on the pilot and the dark night light conditions. - [NTSB FTW98FA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA068.md): Bell 407 · Littleton, CO · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 15, 1997 · N771AL · Destroyed > The pilot's inability to maintain adequate visual lookout due to the lighting conditions and his failure to follow company procedures for departure from a landing zone. Factors were dark night conditions, bright lights in the landing zone which prevented… - [NTSB FTW98LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA066.md): Cessna 207 · Fruita, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 1997 · N91002 · Substantial damage > The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB FTW98LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA061.md): Cessna 172N · Watkins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 1997 · N738LC · Substantial damage > loss of engine power for undertermined reason(s). - [NTSB FTW98LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA046.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Broomfield, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 1997 · N9607D · Substantial damage > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll, due to inadvertently stepping on the brake. A related factor was the pilot's excessive use of rudder for steering. - [NTSB DCA98MA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA98MA002.md): Cessna 208B · Montrose, CO · Accident · 9 fatal · Major investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 1997 · N12022 · Destroyed > the pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed for undetermined reasons while maneuvering the airplane near the maximum gross weight and aft cg in or near instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in the loss of control and entry into a stall/spin.… - [NTSB FTW98LA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA003.md): Cessna 172A · Grand Junction, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1997 · N7692T · Substantial damage > Encounter with high gusting winds while standing with the engine running - [NTSB FTW98FA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA001.md): Boeing 727-51C · Denver, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 1, 1997 · N414EX · Substantial damage > Failure of the bus driver to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic due to his inadequate visual lookout. Factors were visibility restrictions, inadequate driver training by management, and the flight crew's inadequate visual lookout due to their… - [NTSB FTW97LA357](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA357.md): Mooney M20M · Broomfield, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 20, 1997 · N9140Z · Substantial damage > The pilot's flaring of the airplane prematurely at a low airspeed that resulted in a hard landing, and an inadvertent stall during the attempted go-around and subsequent loss of control. - [NTSB FTW97LA368](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA368.md): Bellanca 7KCAB · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 1997 · N88314 · Substantial damage > failure of the right main landing gear due to multiple fatigue cracks. - [NTSB FTW97FA348](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA348.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · Telluride, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 1997 · N86708 · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, while climbing after takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin and collision with terrain. Factors relating to the accident included: the pilot allowing the maximum gross weight limit of the… - [NTSB FTW97FA340](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA340.md): Cessna 182N · Montrose, CO · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 1997 · N9043G · Destroyed > Inadequate preflight and in-flight planning, preparation and decision making. A related factor was the improper use of flaps. - [NTSB FTW97LA338](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA338.md): Beech V35B · Saguache, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 1997 · N7397R · Substantial damage > **This report was modified on 2/23/2016. Please see the public docket for this accident for additional information.** the loss of engine power during cruise for undetermined reasons and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot during the forced… - [NTSB FTW97LA324](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA324.md): Cessna 182A · Delta, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 1997 · N4930D · Substantial damage > Failure by the pilot to properly plan for the flight in that the fuel aboard was insufficient for the planned flight. Factors were: inaccurate fuel gauges and terrain condition for the forced landing. - [NTSB FTW97LA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA320.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Hayden, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 1997 · N35164 · Substantial damage > The pilot in command's inadequate visual lookout. - [NTSB FTW97LA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA319.md): Bell 47G-3B-2 · Montrose, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1997 · N2243W · Substantial damage > failure of the flight instructor (CFI) to properly supervise the flight and ensure that adequate rotor rpm was maintainted during the autorotation/landing. The high density altitude was a related factor. - [NTSB FTW97LA312](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA312.md): Piper PA-12 · Longmont, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 1997 · N2849M · Substantial damage > The pilot in command's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft, resulting in an inadvertent ground loop. - [NTSB FTW97LA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA308.md): Cessna 182P · Arriba, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1997 · N182WJ · Substantial damage > failure of the pilot to properly plan the flight and determine the field conditions before landing. The soft runway condition was a related factor. - [NTSB FTW97LA307](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA307.md): Cessna T210 · Eagle, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1997 · N1119W · Destroyed > water contamination of the fuel, which led to a total loss of engine power and a forced landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the delay in refueling the aircraft by the FBO, which allowed condensation to form in the fuel tanks, and inadequate… - [NTSB FTW97LA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA306.md): Cessna 305A (L-19) · Aspen, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1997 · N542EZ · Substantial damage > Failure of the pilot to maintain direction control of the aircraft during landing roll, which resulted in a ground swerve and subsequent collapse of the right main landing gear. A related factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of… - [NTSB FTW97FA299](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA299.md): Beech 58P · Colorado Spring, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 1997 · N258W · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to follow IFR procedures; and his failure to maintain proper altitude, while executing a missed approach from an attempted ILS approach. Related factors included: low ceiling, rain, fog, the pilot's overconfidence in his personal ability,… - [NTSB FTW97LA298](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA298.md): Piper J3C-65 · Castle Rock, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1997 · N5985V · Substantial damage > A partial loss of engine power due to a cylinder exhaust valve jammed in the open position from excessive carbon deposits. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain on which to make a forced landing. - [NTSB FTW97LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA297.md): Beech F33A · Creede, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1997 · N179DD · Destroyed > The pilot's intentional low altitude flight over mountainous terrain, inadequate altitude to clear surrounding obstacles, and his misjudging vertical clearance. A factor was the pilot's use of an inappropriate chart for navigation. - [NTSB FTW97FA295](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA295.md): Lancair 320 · Dillon, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1997 · N360GB · Destroyed > the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) conditions, and failure to maintain sufficient altitude/clearance from terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: low ceiling, rain, and… - [NTSB FTW97LA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA283.md): Wonder RV-6 · Franktown, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1997 · N443MW · Substantial damage > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during landing roll. A factor was the uneven runway surface. - [NTSB FTW97FA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA280.md): Cessna 150D · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1997 · N4228U · Substantial damage > Inadequate preflight planning by loading the aircraft over the maximum certificated gross weight, failure to follow procedures and directives by using flaps for takeoff and failing to properly lean the engine for optimum power, and stalling the aircraft.… - [NTSB FTW97LA273](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA273.md): Christen Industries Pitts S-2B · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1997 · N5351N · Substantial damage > Inaccurate compensation for wind conditions and improper recovery from a bounced landing by the CFI pilot in command. A factor was a crosswind. - [NTSB FTW97LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA267.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Denver, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1997 · N800SA · Substantial damage > inadequate visual lookout by the bus driver. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness and bright background lighting. - [NTSB FTW97FA262](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA262.md): Ryan Navion B · Garfield, CO · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1997 · N5401K · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, during a turn to reverse direction, which resulted in a stall and collision with a pole and a building. High density altiitude was a related factor. - [NTSB FTW97LA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA256.md): Let Blanik L-13 · Pagosa Springs, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1997 · N65378 · Substantial damage > The pilot's improper inflight planning in that he allowed the glider to descend to too low an altitude and stray too far from the airport, exceeding the aircraft's glide capabilities. A factor was his failure to utilize maximum braking action. - [NTSB FTW97LA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA239.md): Cessna 210 · Peyton, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1997 · N9417T · Substantial damage > Failure of both pilots to assure the landing gear was down and locked. - [NTSB FTW97LA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA238.md): Cessna 305A · Watkins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1997 · N5225G · Destroyed > The pilot inadvertently stalling the airplane at an altitude insufficient for a safe recovery. A factor was the tailwind. - [NTSB FTW97LA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA237.md): Rans S-12 Airaile S-12 · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1997 · N2117X · Substantial damage > Attempt by the pilot to fly the aircraft with the center of gravity out of limits. A factor was a disconnected lift strut support cable. - [NTSB FTW97LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA236.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Leadville, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1997 · N6306R · Substantial damage > an attempt by the pilot to fly the aircraft over mountainous terrain in a regime that was beyond its climb performance limit. High density altitude was a related factor. - [NTSB FTW97FA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA229.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Las Animas, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1997 · N7308E · Destroyed > in-flight collision with terrain, while maneuvering, for undetermined reason(s). - [NTSB FTW97LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA230.md): Piper PA-32-300T · Del Norte, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 1997 · N8056Y · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to attain proper runway alignment. Factors were his attention being diverted by a rough running engine because the fuel injectors were partially blocked. - [NTSB FTW97LA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA217.md): Bell 206L-3 · Weston, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 1997 · N207DS · Substantial damage > the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision and failure to maintain adequate altitude and/or clearance from rising mountainous/hilly terrain. The unfavorable wind condition and low airspeed were related factors. - [NTSB FTW97LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA210.md): Beech 60 · Pueblo, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1997 · N7396D · Substantial damage > loss of power in the right engine and failure of the right propeller to feather for undetermined reasons. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's failure or inability to align the airplane with the runway during the forced landing. - [NTSB FTW97FA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA207.md): Canadair F-86E MK.6 · Broomfield, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 1997 · N86EX · Destroyed > Inadequate planning and decision making by the pilot in starting the aerobatic maneuver at an insufficient altitude to successfully complete the maneuver. - [NTSB FTW97LA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA206.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Greeley, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 28, 1997 · N491SC · Substantial damage > unlatching of the left outboard engine cowling latches for undetermined reason(s), which allowed the left engine cowling to separate inflight and strike the vertical stabilizer. - [NTSB FTW97LA202](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA202.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Lamar, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1997 · N4829Y · Substantial damage > Failure of the left magneto and crank shaft idler drive gears. Factors were failure to perform a 100 hour inspection and unsuitable terrain for a forced landing. - [NTSB FTW97LA205](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA205.md): Maule M-4-220C · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 25, 1997 · N9865M · Substantial damage > failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. The gusty crosswind condition was a related factor. - [NTSB FTW97LA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA192.md): Piper PA-28R-210T · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 15, 1997 · N43761 · Substantial damage > the pilot's failure to know and follow the emergency procedure for extending the landing gear after loss of electrical power. Factors relating to the accident were: an inoperative alternator, inadequate maintenance by the operator, a depleted battery, and… - [NTSB FTW97LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA189.md): Townsend Kitfox · Greeley, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 10, 1997 · N950AW · Substantial damage > The engine manufacturer's inadequate quality control by failing to install the harmonic balancer, causing the engine to fail catastrophically. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain on which to make a forced landing. - [NTSB FTW97LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA188.md): Aeromot AMT-200 · Longmont, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 9, 1997 · N757DM · Substantial damage > the dual student pilot's improper landing flare and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight. - [NTSB FTW97LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA177.md): Boeing 737-201 · Denver, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 4, 1997 · N217US · No damage > The flight attendant's failure to assure that the jetway was placed in the proper position prior to opening the forward cabin entry door. - [NTSB FTW97FA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA174.md): Beech V35 · Lake George, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 3, 1997 · N831U · Destroyed > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain control of the airplane. A factor was the terrain-induced turbulence. - [NTSB FTW97LA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA172.md): Ercoupe 415-C · Canon City, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 1997 · N2326H · Destroyed > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout. A factor was the pilot's attention being diverted. Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?year=1997&state=CO&page=2 ## 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") = 1997 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'CO' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?state=CO&year=1997 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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