NTSB investigations: Continental O-470 series
6,204 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Continental O-470 series. 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.
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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 ('17026'))
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 ('17026'))
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 ERA12LA358Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182C · Efland, NCThe pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a ditch.NTSB ERA12LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180J · Norfolk, VAThe pilot's inability to maintain directional control during takeoff for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff.NTSB ERA12CA004Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182P · Lincoln Park, NJThe pilot's improper landing flare.NTSB ANC11CA112Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Haines, AKThe pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff in a float-equipped airplane for an undetermined reason, which resulted in the airplane colliding with trees and the shore.NTSB ANC11CA111Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180H · Chenga Bay, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstruction while landing at an off-airport site, resulting in a loss of control.NTSB WPR11CA465Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182 · Roosevelt, UTThe pilot's loss of directional control during the landing rollout.NTSB WPR11CA464Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Orcas Island, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop.NTSB WPR11LA452Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182H · Paragonah, UTThe pilot's failure to secure the left tank's fuel cap after refueling the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ANC11CA098Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180A · McGrath, AKThe pilot's loss of control when encountering a downdraft during the initial climb after takeoff, resulting in a collision with terrain.NTSB WPR11FA448Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182H · Stanley, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain airplane control due to spatial disorientation while executing a turn to reverse his course in dark night and low-visibility conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to initiate the flight into an area…NTSB ANC11CA102Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Ambler, AKThe pilot's decision to takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB CEN11CA633Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech 95-B55 (T42A) · Damon, TXThe pilot’s improper fuel management during cruise flight, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB CEN11CA600Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182C · Grand Marais, MNThe pilot's delayed decision to land the airplane when he realized the airplane's performance was insufficient to clear approaching terrain during the initial climb after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight planning.NTSB WPR11LA400Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Alton, UTThe pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner, which resulted in insufficient altitude to clear obstructions.NTSB WPR11CA446Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182A · Prescott, AZThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taxiing.NTSB ANC11CA083Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180A · Igiugig, AKThe pilot's decision to take off in a variable wind, resulting in a shallow climb and collision with terrain.NTSB CEN11LA579Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Stillwater, OKThe pilot's on-ground loss of control during the landing roll upon encountering a sudden wind shift and gust.NTSB CEN11FA559Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 182C · Boulder, COThe malfunction of the throttle linkage to the induction air box, which resulted in a loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing.NTSB WPR11LA359Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Emmett, IDA total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing because the pilot did not use carburetor heat.NTSB ERA11CA430Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182 · Dandrige, TNThe loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of poor planning.NTSB ANC11FA071Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna U206G · Talkeetna, AKThe inadequate visual lookout and failure to see and avoid by the pilots of both airplanes while maneuvering to land, which resulted in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the lack of standardized, unequivocal procedures concerning common…NTSB WPR11CA347Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182B · Sandy, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance between the airplane and ground obstacles.NTSB CEN11CA518Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180D · Oscoda, MIThe pilot's failure to retract the landing gear before a water landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use a checklist.NTSB ANC11FA069Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182P · Juneau, AKThe pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an in-flight collision with mountainous terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's self-induced pressure to reach his destination.NTSB ERA11CA407Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180J · Schlater, MSThe pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB CEN11LA490Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDarrow Stephen AL-6 · Peyton, COThe loss of engine power during the descent for reasons that could not be determined because a thorough examination of the engine could not be completed due to the remote accident site.NTSB WPR11CA309Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182A · Vancouver, WAThe pilot's failure to properly engage the banner tow rope with the airplane's tail hook.NTSB WPR11FA304Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 180D · Santa Paula, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a telephone line while flying at a low altitude in dusk lighting conditions.NTSB ERA11LA399Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182K · Stevensville, MDA total loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA11LA370Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Holly Springs, MSThe pilot's incorrect positioning of the fuel tank selector before takeoff, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during takeoff initial climb.NTSB ERA11LA357Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182F · Warrenton, VAThe fatigue failure of the left main landing gear due to inadequate maintenance inspection that did not detect and correct corrosion pitting.NTSB ANC11CA052Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182H · Soldotna, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain pitch control resulting in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB ANC11CA050Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Big Lake, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain the proper glide path during his landing approach, resulting in an undershoot and collision with terrain.NTSB WPR11CA296Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 188 · Glasgow, MTThe pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ERA11CA341Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182K · Bentonia, MSThe pilot’s loss of control on the ground during engine start, which resulted in a collision with nearby equipment. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper engine start procedure and improper securing of the seat.NTSB ANC11CA043Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180H · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's loss of directional control during landing.NTSB ANC11CA042Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182P · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during a water landing.NTSB ANC11FA037Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Chugiak, AKThe pilot's loss of control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in make and model, his lack of currency in FAA required takeoffs and landings, and his…NTSB ANC11CA034Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180J · Kenai, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a ground loop.NTSB ERA11CA267Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182A · Galax, VAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind while on approach for landing.NTSB WPR11LA209Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182B · Colville, WAThe partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB ERA11LA249Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech D-45 (T-34B) · Linden, NCThe pilot's inadequate takeoff performance planning and procedures, which resulted in an attempted takeoff on a grass runway that was not long enough for the given conditions and airplane configuration.NTSB CEN11CA290Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182H · Park Falls, WIThe student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during an aborted landing.NTSB ERA11CA237Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182A · Lesage, WVA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the improper installation of snap fasteners to the rubberized type fuel cells which resulted in wrinkling of the fuel bladders and incorrect fuel quantity for the flight.NTSB ANC11CA024Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180H · Palmer, AKThe pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing roll resulting in a ground-loop.NTSB WPR11FA184Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportNorth American Navion A · Alameda, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering for an emergency landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during initial climb.NTSB CEN11CA255Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182P · Humnoke, ARThe pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB CEN11FA244Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182M · Hot Springs, ARA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR11CA174Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182C · Stockton, CAThe pilot's failure to secure the airplane before pulling the propeller to start the engine.NTSB ERA11LA190Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182P · Alachua, FLA loss of engine power due to the failure of the camshaft gear teeth and crankshaft gear teeth for undetermined reasons.