# NTSB investigations, 1997, TX

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 FTW98LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA080.md): Beech E18S · Dfw Airport, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 1997 · N4980V · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > failure of the pilot in the 2nd airplane (N4980V) to see-and-avoid the standing airplane (N2069C). Related factors were: darkness, and inadequate (vague) instructions issued by the UPS ramp controller.
- [NTSB FTW98LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA077.md): Cessna 180J · Fort Worth, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 28, 1997 · N121KS · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision, by allowing the airplane to get in a situation, where he could not compensate for wind conditions. A related factor was the gusty crosswind.
- [NTSB FTW98LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA071.md): Unknown Quicksilver GT-500 · San Antonio, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 21, 1997 · UNREG · Substantial damage
  > the kitplane builder's improper installation of the bolts attaching the left leading edge wing strut fitting to the leading edge spar, which resulted in the eventual failure of the fitting and the ensuing loss of control. Related factors were: the…
- [NTSB FTW98LA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA069.md): Cessna 172N · Mckinney, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 1997 · N1371E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight/planning decision which resulted in continued flight until fuel exhaustion. Related factors were incorrect fuel gauge readings and trees.
- [NTSB FTW98LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA062.md): Cessna 175A · Houston, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 13, 1997 · N6846E · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power resulting from detonation and the ensuing failure of the engine piston and connecting rod components. Factors were: the instructor's decision to take off with a known deficiency (magneto drop over limit), the flight instructor's…
- [NTSB FTW98LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA060.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Lubbock, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 1, 1997 · N6661P · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate maintenance of the landing gear assembly by maintenance personnel resulting in a partial gear extension, and the pilot's misjudgment of a proper touchdown point to intentionally shut down the engine resulting in the airplane landing short of…
- [NTSB FTW98LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA057.md): Cessna 172M · Mesquite, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 1997 · N80831 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, while landing. The gusty crosswind was a related factor.
- [NTSB FTW98FA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA056.md): Beech 95-B55 · Royse City, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 1997 · N6835Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot's impairment due to drugs, and his ensuing failure to maintain minimum required airspeed for flight, which resulted in a stall/spin. A factors was the loss of power to both engines due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper use of…
- [NTSB FTW98LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA055.md): Piper PA-32RT-300T · Midlothian, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 1997 · N21433 · Substantial damage
  > fatigue failure of the #2 cylinder fuel injection line in an area where the line was previously damaged, which resulted in an in-flight engine compartment fire and a forced landing. Related factors were: the previous damage of the fuel injector line, and the…
- [NTSB FTW98TA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98TA052.md): Cessna 310J · Beaumont, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Nov 19, 1997 · N156SD · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control for undetermined reasons. A factor may have been an encounter with wake turbulence.
- [NTSB FTW98LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA053.md): Cessna 177RG · Tomball, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 19, 1997 · N88WC · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power resulting from the loss of oil and resultant seizure of a cylinder due to inadequate maintenance by maintenance personnel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the low ceiling.
- [NTSB FTW98LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA050.md): Cessna 172G · Van, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 1997 · N202EX · Substantial damage
  > fuel starvation, resulting from restricted carburetor float travel, due to improper maintenance installation. The encounter with a power line was related factor.
- [NTSB FTW98LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA049.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Lubbock, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 1997 · N26026 · Substantial damage
  > failure of the student pilot to maintain control of the helicopter during hover out-of-ground-effect. A related factor was: the student pilot's lack of experience in flying helicopters.
- [NTSB FTW98FA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA067.md): Cessna 180 · Johnson City, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 1997 · N20MF · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance. Factors were the low ceilings, dark night light conditions, and the pilot's lack of visible horizon in the unpopulated area.
- [NTSB FTW98LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA047.md): Reid Capella XS · Leander, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 8, 1997 · N89FW · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to an undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW98LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA042.md): Mooney M20C · Ozona, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 3, 1997 · N1360W · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision, which led to fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. A related factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW98LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA038.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Galveston, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 1, 1997 · N40201 · Substantial damage
  > inadequate maintenance and/or preflight inspection of the airplane, and subsequent blockage of the fuel filters, which led to fuel starvation, partial loss of engine power in both engines, and a forced landing. A related factor was the lack of suitable…
- [NTSB FTW98LA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA037.md): Cessna 150M · San Antonio, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 1997 · N9182U · Substantial damage
  > inadequate service provided by the ground controller, by clearing the Boeing 727 to taxi after the Cessna 150 was cleared to taxi behind the 727, which led to a wake turbulence (jet exhaust) encounter and damage to the Cessna 150.
- [NTSB FTW98LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA035.md): Pilatus PC-6 · Lexington, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 28, 1997 · N19TX · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. A factor relating to the accident was: the uneven terrain (with swales) at the edge of the landing area.
- [NTSB FTW98LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA032.md): Cessna 177 · Boerne, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 25, 1997 · N2971X · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the aborted landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a porpoise; his lack of total experience in the…
- [NTSB FTW98FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA028.md): Weatherly 620B · Cee Vee, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 1997 · N46278 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB FTW98LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA026.md): Cessna 182P · Thompsons, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 1997 · N10DG · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power resulting from a disconnected carburetor float due to improper maintenance. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW98LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA025.md): Beech A36TC · Stratford, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 1997 · N42AM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain the proper glidepath with the airplane resulting in the airplane not touching down at the proper touchdown point on the runway. A factor was the unfavorable winds.
- [NTSB FTW98LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA022.md): Cessna 150G · Tyler, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 1997 · N3916J · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The failure of the of pilot of the departing Cessna to follow standard departure procedures and his disorientation while navigating to locate a highway. A factor was the failure of both pilots to maintain visual lookout.
- [NTSB FTW98LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA018.md): Mooney M20F · College Station, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 1997 · N7433V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a go-around. Factors were:the pilot's premature retraction of the flaps, his lack of total experience in the airplane, the dark night illumination, pilot fatigue, and pressure induced by the passengers to…
- [NTSB FTW98FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98FA012.md): Cessna A188B · Morton, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1997 · N731GY · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB FTW98LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA007.md): Beech G18S · Crosbyton, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 1997 · N9312Y · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate maintenance which resulted in diminished carburetor heat effectiveness due to missing alternate air doors. Contributing were conducive carburetor icing weather conditions, low ceilings during the emergency descent, and the lack of suitable terrain…
- [NTSB FTW98LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA004.md): North American Harvard MK IV · Midland, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 4, 1997 · N13595 · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilots of both airplanes to maintain clearance from each other. A factor was their failure to follow procedures/directives.
- [NTSB FTW98LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA014.md): Burkhart Grob 103 · Caddo Mills, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1997 · N921G · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor relating to the accident was: the gusty wind condition.
- [NTSB FTW98LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA006.md): Air Tractor AT-602 · Plains, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1997 · N602GB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to initiate takeoff with a vehicle on the runway.
- [NTSB FTW98LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA017.md): Cessna A152 · Rockwall, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 2, 1997 · N4957A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and her failure to maintain directional control during the aborted landing. Factors were the wind gust and the turbulence.
- [NTSB FTW97LA366](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA366.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Huntsville, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 1997 · N8316W · Substantial damage
  > failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control of the helicopter during a flare to landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the student pilot's misinterpretation of the wind direction, his selection of the wrong runway, and the resultant…
- [NTSB FTW97LA364](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA364.md): Bell 206B2 · Anahuac, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 25, 1997 · N59396 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inability to maintain control of the helicopter after encountering a dynamic rollover due to entanglement of the external load cable with the left landing gear skid.
- [NTSB FTW97LA361](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA361.md): Bell 206-L4 · Hurst, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 1997 · N9264G · Substantial damage
  > The improper touchdown by the commercial pilot receiving instruction. A factor was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.
- [NTSB FTW97LA353](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA353.md): Aerotek Pitts S-2A · San Marcos, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 20, 1997 · N73EW · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of control while performing aerobatics resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. A factor was the lack of altitude available for recovery.
- [NTSB FTW97GA350](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97GA350.md): Bell OH-58A · Newark, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Final report · Sep 17, 1997 · N149SD · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate rotor rpm which resulted in a loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB FTW97LA343](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA343.md): Grumman G-164A · Hillsboro, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1997 · N84PG · Substantial damage
  > Fuel contamination from an undetermined source. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW97LA342](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA342.md): Beech V35 · Sulphur Springs, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 1997 · N9453S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's delayed extension of the landing gear.
- [NTSB FTW97LA359](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA359.md): Shutt Marquart MA-5 · Pecos, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1997 · N82ND · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind during a forced landing following a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion for an undetermined reason. Factors were the gusty winds and rough/uneven terrain.
- [NTSB FTW97LA333](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA333.md): Cessna 152 · Zavalla, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1997 · N89268 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision, becoming lost/disoriented during the flight, and selection of unsuitable terrain for an emergency/precautionary landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the hazy weather condition, and rough terrain in the…
- [NTSB FTW97LA336](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA336.md): Grumman G-164A · Muleshoe, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 1997 · N9807 · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to see the standpipe in time to avoid an accident (inadequate visual lookout), and his failure to maintain clearance with electrical wires, while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB FTW97LA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA331.md): Air Tractor AT-802A · Pineland, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 1997 · N9197F · Substantial damage
  > failure of the right main wheel brake, during the landing roll. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's failure (or inability) to maintain directional control of the airplane, after loss of right braking action.
- [NTSB FTW97LA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA328.md): Fingerhut Revolution Mini 500 · Huffman, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 1997 · N570F · Substantial damage
  > The disengagement of the helicopter's collective control tube due to improper installation by the builder. Factors were the lack of sufficient information provided by the kit manufacturer and the pilot's inability to cushion the landing.
- [NTSB FTW97LA321](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA321.md): Air Tractor AT-400 · Sudan, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 1997 · N3654G · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the failure of a compressor turbine blade. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW97LA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA327.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Terrell, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 24, 1997 · N8057Z · Substantial damage
  > the student pilot's premature flare for landing from an autorotation, and the ensuing loss of rotor rpm, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor relating to the accident was: partial loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s).
- [NTSB FTW97FA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA313.md): Beech B24R · Albany, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1997 · N2521W · Destroyed
  > The flight instructor's failure to maintain aircraft control during the takeoff/initial climb. A factor was the flight instructor's lack of experience in the make and model of aircraft.
- [NTSB FTW97LA316](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA316.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Caldwell, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 18, 1997 · N6667P · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion which resulted from a leaking fuel cap. Factors were the dark night conditions, and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW97LA317](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA317.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Vernon, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 1997 · N2316X · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from an irrigation pipe. Factors relating to the accident were: the poor light condition at dusk, the object (vertical piece of irragation pipe), loss of engine power from foreign object damage, and the lack of…
- [NTSB CHI97FA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97FA256.md): Beech BE-65-A90 · Alice, TX · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1997 · N41VC · Destroyed
  > loss of control due to the pilot's improper in-flight decision. A factor was the improper installation of the secondary low pitch stop system by the mechanic.
- [NTSB FTW97FA302](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA302.md): Beech G35 · Alpine, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 1997 · N44T · Destroyed
  > The pilot's performance of aerobatics at low altitude and his failure to maintain aircraft control.

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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") = 1997
  AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'TX' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?state=TX&year=1997

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