NTSB investigations: Bombardier ROTAX (ALL)
40 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Bombardier ROTAX (ALL), where the first occurrence was “Loss of engine power(total) - mech failure/malf”. Aircraft are matched to the registry by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model, so older matches can be wrong.
Cases per year
| 1988 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 |
Where
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duckdb -csv -c "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.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('09050')
AND EXISTS (SELECT 1 FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o.case_mkey = x.case_mkey AND o.aircrafts_position = x.position AND o.\"occurrenceNumber\" = 1 AND o.\"occurrenceCode\" = 351))
ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
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."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('09050')
AND EXISTS (SELECT 1 FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o.case_mkey = x.case_mkey AND o.aircrafts_position = x.position AND o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 351))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
NTSB DFW07CA098Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFlagg Kitfox IV · Centerville, TXThe loss of engine power due to the failure of the air induction ducting. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB NYC06LA024Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLo-N-Slo Airsports Maxair Drifter XP-50 · Cobbs Creek, VAFailure of the ignition system, which resulted in a loss of engine power.NTSB LAX04LA228Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWilson Avid Bandit · Paso Robles, CAthe loss of engine power during takeoff climb due to a cold seizure of the rear cylinder.NTSB LAX04LA132Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportGillespie Sport Copter Vortex · Yuba City, CAa loss of engine power due to the incorrect installation of the fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation, and the pilot's failure to maintain rotor RPM, which resulted in an inflight loss of control. A factor to the accident was the pilot's lack of…NTSB ATL04LA066Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCurrent Kitfox 313 · Selma, ALThe pilot's inadequate installation, and his failure to secure the main fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation.NTSB CHI03LA201Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMcIlraith Sea Rey · Tomah, WIThe loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in a stall/spin during the forced landing.NTSB CHI03LA052Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportHavir Avid Flyer · Cambridge, NEThe inadvertent stall by the pilot following a total loss of engine power and the seizure of the engine. A factor to the accident was the engine overhaul not performed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.NTSB NYC02LA139Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMicket Avid Aerobat · Chesapeake, VAA total loss of engine power due to a seized cylinder, and the pilot's improper decision to conduct the flight with a known deficiency to the engine.NTSB MIA02LA022Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportRobert N. Gilmore Rans S-10 · Oneonta, ALThe failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed following loss of engine power resulting in the airplane stalling and entering a spin from which it crashed. Factors in the accident was improper repair of the front cylinder intake manifold seal by the pilot…NTSB NYC01LA220Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAndre Mini Max 1500R · Chesapeake, VAThe pilot's failure to follow the engine manufacturer's descent procedure, which resulted in a lean mixture condition and subsequent engine seizure.NTSB ANC01LA118Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportThomson Avid Flyer · Chugiak, AKThe loss of engine power during initial climb due to a broken spark plug.NTSB DEN00LA122Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportRowley P-40F · Peyton, COthe pilot's inadequate decision to turn back (low altitude) towards the runway for a forced landing. A contributing factor was the total loss of engine power due to a reduction gear failure.NTSB DEN00LA096Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEiriavion PIK 20E · Hurricane, UTThe complete loss of power due to the separation of the magneto ground lead and the rough and unsuitable terrain during the forced landing.NTSB NYC99LA112Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAbrams Titan Tornado · Monroe, CTThe failure of the magneto (mag) cylinder bearing resulting in a total loss of power and subsequent forced landing.NTSB CHI99LA143Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNarzinski Avid Flyer Mark IV · West Alton, MOThe failure of the connecting rod bearing, and the rough/uneven terrain condition.NTSB LAX99LA054Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWilliams Hurrican HP · Corona, CAThe seizure of the engine due to a cylinder/piston overheat condition for undetermined reasons.NTSB FTW98LA408Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPalermo Challenger II · Erwinville, LAThe pilot's failure to compensate for the prevailing crosswind. Factors were the crosswind and the loss of engine power due to the separation of the fuel pick-up line.NTSB ANC97LA084Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAnderson Kitfox IV-1200 · Fairbanks, AKa seized crankshaft connecting rod bearing. A factor relating to the acciden was: the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.NTSB ANC97LA036Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWilliams Kitfox · Wasilla, AKa broken electrical wire, which resulted in an inoperative electrical fuel pump, an overly lean mixture, fuel starvation, and loss of engine power.NTSB CHI96LA286Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchuler T Bird II · Fond Du Lac, WIloss of engine power because of improperly insulated ignition wiring. Factors relating to the accident were improper maintenance; and high obstructions in the emergency landing area, which the pilot had to avoid, resulting in a collision with terrain.NTSB CHI96LA007Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRoisum Team MINI-MAX · Neenah, WIFuel starvation due to fuel filter blockage. Factors associated with the accident were the manufacturers design of the fuel filter and the builder/pilots decision to use an automotive type fuel filter.NTSB LAX96LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchlitter Rans S-9 · Chandler, AZseizure of the #2 cylinder for undetermined reasons. The lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing was a factor.NTSB LAX95LA345Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPro-built Kitfox IV Speedster · Lakeport, CAthe pilot's improper installation of the carburetors.NTSB CHI95FA242Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportRevolution Helicopter MINI-500 · Oshkosh, WIthe inadequate design of the helicopter skid shoes. Factors related to the accident were: false indications of rotor rpm and EGT which led to seizure of the piston.NTSB FTW95LA257Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportRocky Mountain Buccaneer 11 B2B · Longmont, COThe pilot's failure to maintain flying speed, resulting in an inadvertent stall while attempting to make a forced landing. Factors were the pilot's lack of total experience in airplane make/model, improper maintenance of the airplane, and operation of the…NTSB LAX95LA178Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGodkey Kitfox IV · Phoenix, AZthe failure of the ignition system due to a deffective diode.NTSB CHI94LA302Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFrith Challenger II · Fairfield, IAthe total failure and separation of the propeller system drive belt. Obstacles (powerlines and pole) were a factor in the accident.NTSB ANC94LA095Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStarman Teirra II · North Pole, AKThe seizure of the no. 2 cylinder as a result of an inadequate cooling system for the high ambient temperature.NTSB FTW93LA136Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTuttle Star Lite · Conroe, TXA power loss for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landingNTSB CHI93DET01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCarlson Sparrow II · Lafontaine, INFuel starvation due to a blocked fuel line which was caused by improper gasket sealing compound.NTSB SEA92LA198Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSlade H. Holmes SOL Kitfox II · Baker, ORThe engine seized and the airplane encountered unsuitable terrain during the forced landing.NTSB CHI92DEM03Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportJohansen Kitfox · Gowen, MIA total failure of the ignition system spark plugs and unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot.NTSB CHI92DCG04Accident · No injuriesFinal reportDennis L. Fetters Mini 500 · Missouri City, MOAn improper connecting rod assembly resulting in mechanical binding between the rod and the engine crankshaft.NTSB NYC92DGM02Accident · No injuriesFinal reportPeres 5151 · Erie, PASeizure of the #2 piston which resulted in the lost of engine power and subsequent collision with trees during a forced landing.NTSB ATL92LA064Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKolb Mark III · Titus, ALThe manufacturer's failure to install the main fuel line properly which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power.NTSB CHI91DEX04Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportWilbur D. Batman Challenger II · Lebanon, INFailure to maintain stall airspeed while executing a forced landing. A factor related to the accident is failure of the engine starter clutch.NTSB NYC91DGT02Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportKolb Twinstar · Williamsport, PAAn engine seizure as the result of overheating.NTSB CHI90DEP01Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportWychen Challenger II · Warrens, WIA broken cranskshaft which resulted in the loss of power. A factor related to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB LAX89DUQ03Accident · No injuriesFinal reportMartin Sorrell Hiperlight · Liano, CAEngine failure due to a seized piston.NTSB NYC88DFJ01Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportHurd/Drifter XP503 · Baldwinsville, NYThe plt rprtd that during a preflt, he noted the fuel tank was about 1/4 full. He rprtd that as he was taking off, the acft was climbing thru about 200 ft AGL, when the eng lost power. From that position, he was unable to rtrn to the arpt or glide to an open…