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'))
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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'))
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NTSB ANC82DAA10Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180A · Manley Hot Spri, AKThe pilot reported that the weather at the departure point was 1500 ft broken, visibility 20 miles wind from the southwest at 5 to 10 KTS. After taking off in a float plane, he elected to follow a slough. After turning a corner about 1 1/2 miles from the…NTSB LAX82DA280Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 180J · Ramona, CAThe plt was practicing landings on a 15 ft wide remote dirt strip. The right brake failed & the acft veered off the rwy.NTSB FTW82DA298Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182E · Albuquerque, NMThe pilot stated that after a normal approach, the aircraft touched down at about 90 mph on the first 1/4 to 1/3 of the runway. He raised the flaps and applied brakes. He noticed that there was insufficient braking action to stop on the wet runway, but by the…NTSB NYC82DA167Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182P · Hunter, NYThe brakes were ineffective during landing & the acft ran off the side of the rwy & came to rest inverted in bushes against a small hill. The brake linings were changed 204 flt hours prior to the accident. Inspection verified that the brakes were considerably…NTSB LAX82DA277Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Goodyear, AZThe left main landing gear of the aircraft broke off during a touch and go landing and the aircraft was damaged further on a subsequent landing. The weather was VMC and no flight plan was filed. The landing gear bolts failed in overload and showed no evidence…NTSB ATL82FA212Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Louisburg, NCWitnesses observed the takeoff roll as being unusually long. The acft never climbed much above 100-200 ft AGL, & struck trees 1/2 mi off the end of the rwy. The flaps were observed up during takeoff. Normal takeoff flap setting used by the club for carrying…NTSB ATL82DA210Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Mobile, ALThe pilot experienced a power loss during takeoff and made an emergency landing in a soft soybean field. The aircraft nosed over after landing. Water was found in the fuel in the left tank and carburetor. The pilot had also found water inthe left tank during…NTSB NYC82DA165Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 305A · Sagaponack, NYThe pilot reported that he was landing to the southeast on an 1800 ft grass strip with a crosswind from the northeast at 10 to 15 KTS. He stated that when he was on final approach with full flaps, he was distracted by four people with model aircraft near the…NTSB ANC82DAA09Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Ft. Yukon, AKThe pilot stated that he overflew the Ft. Yukon airport and observed men working on runway 21. He flew a downwind pattern for runway 03. While on final approach to runway 03 the pilot observed an "x" on the end of the runway the pilot attempted a landing off…NTSB ATL82DA201Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182E · Taplin, WVThe pilot stated that the sod runway had just been mowed. During the takeoff roll, the left wheel pant became filled with cut grass and locked the wheel. Subsequently, the aircraft veered to the left. The pilot reported that the left wing contacted low trees…NTSB ANC82DA061Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Soldotna, AKAfter landing at a private airstrip the pilot taxied into a parked truck. The left wing of the aircraft was substantially damaged.NTSB FTW82DA278Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Mckinney, TXAfter a normal skydiver drop, the pilot spiraled down for a normal landing on a 2000 ft gravel runway with a powerline at the approach end. The wind was reported as variable at 5 KTS. The pilot reported that during the landing, the aircraft touched down on…NTSB SEA82DA105Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182Q · Spokane, WAThe pilot reported that after checking the wind sock, an approach was made to the runway over trees. Reportedly, the first approach was uncomfortable, so a go-around was made. The pilot stated that the second approach and touchdown were normal, but there was…NTSB FTW82FRG23Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · San Antonio, TXThe pilot stated that during the touchdown the aircraft bounced and made a second touchdown approximately 200 feet beyond the first. Corrective action was attempted but the left wing contacted the ground and the aircraft nosed over. The wind was reported to…NTSB NYC82DA146Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 305A · Morrisville, VTThe pilot reported that he landed on runway 19 with a wind from 250 deg at 15, gusting 20 knots. He reported that as the aircraft rolled out, a severe gust of wind was encountered that put the plane on the left gear only. Subsequently, the left gear failed…NTSB LAX82DA243Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182J · Deer Valley, AZWhile climbing through about 6500 ft, a loud bang was heard and the pilot saw the engine cowling buckle. About 10 seconds later, the engine ceased to operate. The pilot declared an emergency and landed on an uncontrolled airport. After landing, an examination…NTSB NYC82DA136Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182Q · Sidman, PAAt approximately 10 miles out of johnstown, PA while descending through 5000 ft, the pilot realized he was running out of fuel. At about 4000 ft the pilot spotted a field and an approach to landing was initiated. During the landing roll the front wheel…NTSB ANC82DA052Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Kenai, AKWhile on a flight from mckinley park to Kenai, AK, the pilot flew around the east side of anchorage, so a passenger could take pictures. About half way through the flight, the pilot became concerned about his fuel supply but believed he could reach his…NTSB NYC82DA127Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182H · Fort Fairfield, METhe pilot stated that the aircraft was slow to accelerate in loose gravel at the beginning of the takeoff roll. He reported that he rotated for takeoff before reaching his abort point about 1000 ft down the 2100 ft runway. He stated that the aircraft was not…NTSB LAX82FA231Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Truckee, CAAt aprx 2015 PDT on 6/13/82, the acft departed petaluma, CA on a ngt, VFR, x-country flt to riverton, WY. An en route stop was planned for elco, NV. No records were fnd of a wx briefing or flt plan. The acft was declared overdue on 6/16/82 & the wreckage was…NTSB ANC82DA046Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Seldovia, AKDuring flight, the pilot noted that oil began to collect on the windscreen. He continued the flight to the destination and landed on runway 16 with an oil covered windscreen and in what he described as "squirrelly winds." The wind was estimated to be from 150…NTSB MKC82DA100Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182B · Milford, IAThe pilot reported that he was low on fuel and was flying over the airstrip before landing to drop a banner that he was towing. Shortly after the banner was released, the aircraft encountered turbulence causing the aircraft to go into a steep bank. At about…NTSB MIA82DA131Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182K · Arecibo, PRThe pilot stated that he had 8 gallons of fuel on board before takeoff. At 0700, he departed on a flight from san juan to aguadilla, PR with an intermediate stop at Arecibo, PR for refueling. At about 0725, the aircraft ran out of fuel, about 3 miles from…NTSB CHI82DA193Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Tracy, MNThe pilot reported that during a normal landing, the left main gear axle failed and he was unable to control the aircraft. The aircraft went off the runway and the nose gear collapsed when it encountered soft mud.NTSB CHI82DA187Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Cedarville, OHThe pilot stated that the engine failed while enroute and an emergency landing was made in a corn field. He also reported that the loss of power was due to carburetor icing. The aircraft was substantially damaged and there were no injuries.NTSB LAX82DA191Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Huron, CAWhile attempting to extend glide over a flooded portion of the runway the aircraft lost airspeed. After dropping onto the runway the aircraft bounced and the pilot added power. The aircraft was then flown back to king city, CA where the gear collapsed upon…NTSB ANC82DAG27Accident · 4 fatalFinal reportCessna 180 · N. Cordova, AKWitnesses stated that the pilot was landing diagonally to katalla beach into a strong headwind. Upon touchdown the left wing lifted up and the aircraft began a gentle turn to the right. Witnesses heard the engine power increase and observed the aircraft…NTSB SEA82DA076Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportCessna 182F · Medford, ORAfter takeoff, engine oil began to accumulate on the windshield and restrict forward visibility. The pilot returned to land, bounced during landing, and elected to go-around. During climbout the aircraft struck trees on rising terrain and crashed. The owner…NTSB DEN82DA092Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180D · Gillette, WYThe aircraft swerved off the runway to the left 1500 feet from the approach end and the right main gear collapsed. Examination revealed three of five "brake anti-rattle clips" were missing from each brake assembly, allowing the brake disk to wabble.…NTSB SEA82DA073Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182QII · Cove, ORThe pilot stated that he landed heavy and was not quite straight. When the aircraft bounced the pilot attempted a go-around but the nose gear contacted a fence and the aircraft nosed over.NTSB ATL82DA133Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Summersville, WVAccording to the pilot, he made his landing approach high and hot. He touched down long and was unable to stop on the remaining runway. While applying brakes, the aircraft veered off the side of the runway. Subsequently, the nose and right main gear failed.NTSB DEN82DA085Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Cut Bank, MTThe pilot reported that during landing, the aircraft veered off the right side of the runway even though he used left rudder. After departing the runway, the aircraft encountered a shallow ditch and went over on its back. The pilot reported that the winds…NTSB DEN82DA084Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182Q · Provo, UTThe aircraft drifted off the side of the runway during landing. Power was applied for a go-around, however, the pilot stated the application of full flaps (40 degrees) prevented lift off and the aircraft nosed over.NTSB FTW82FRG30Accident · 2 fatalFinal reportCessna 182E · Armstrong, TXBefore taking off, the pilot reviewed the weather in person at the college station fss, but declined an official weather briefing. He departed in good VFR conditions and flew into an area of known and forcasted low ceilings. While en route, his flight path…NTSB CHI82DA155Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Aurora, ILOn takeoff the aircraft veered off the side of the runway and struck a drainage ditch. The pilot reported a gust of wind caught the aircraft.NTSB CHI82DA154Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Ottawa, ILThe aircraft collided with a truck off the approach end of the runway during a low, no flap approach. According to the pilot a caution sign for vehicles using the road had been removed by vandals and he did not see the truck because of his low approach. The…NTSB DEN82DA078Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182M · Lovell, WYAfter landing on a dirt road to talk to a sheep herder, the aircraft was taxied off the road. A gust of wind picked the tail of the aircraft up and turned the aircraft over. The pilot reported winds were from 135 degees at 20 knots gusting to 30 knots.NTSB CHI82DA133Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Brazil, INThe pilot elected to land on the grass adjacent to a paved runway. While on landing roll the landing gear contacted the edge of a paved taxiway that ran perpendicular to the runway. The aircraft nosed over and came to rest inverted.NTSB DEN82DA066Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182P · Enderlin, NDDuring a landing on runway 13, the aircraft veered off the runway after touchdown, then went into a freshly plowed field and nosed over. The pilot estimated that the wind was from 200 degrees at 20 gusting 25 knots. There was a 2640 ft turf runway (04/22) on…NTSB MIA82DA097Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182G · Lake Wales, FLThe pilot stated that while on short final the engine would not respond to power increases and remained at idle speed. The pilot swerved around a building and dove the aircraft under wires finally coming to rest in a ditch. Examination of the fuel system…NTSB DEN82DA068Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182A · 20mn Of Jackson, WYThe pilot reported that he became involved in a deteriorating weather condition while maneuvering in a mountainous area. He attempted to return to the departure airport, but the weather conditions (snowshowers) became worse. He elected to make a precautionary…NTSB LAX82FUQ14Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Goleta, CAThis was the second dual instructional flight that the new owner and instructor pilot had flown in this aircraft. The owner, a private pilot needed 10 hrs of flight time to meet insurance requirements. After about 30 minutes of airwork, they returned to the…NTSB LAX82DUJ34Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180K · Meadview, AZThe flight had originated at north las vegas, NV. According to the pilot, he landed at an unprepared strip when his engine did not sound right, but it checked out on the ground. While at the unprepared strip, the right tire blew out when it struck a rock.…NTSB MIA82DA093Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Quincy, FLAfter completing the drop on a skydiving flight, the engine lost power during a power-off descent. The pilot reported that the carburetor heat was not used during the descent prior to the loss of power. However, the probability of weather conditions for…NTSB CHI82DA109Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Nokomis, ILDuring takeoff from a soft sod field the aircraft started gradually turning to the left. The pilot applied full right rudder then reduced power before the aircraft nosed over on its back.NTSB DEN82DA052Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 180K · Montrose, CODuring flight over mountainous terrain, the pilot encountered "horizontal snow squalls." He reported that he flew through the snow squall for about 25 miles while maintaining ground contact. He approached a cloud layer, but was able to fly over it at 16,500…NTSB DEN82DA051Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182K · St. Ignatius, MTThe pilot stated that he and his passengers attempted to remove as much snow as possible from the aircraft and that he was confident that the propeller blast would blow away whatever snow remained. Although the wind at surrounding stations was generally…NTSB CHI82DA104Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 180 · Duluth, MNThe student pilot was making touch and go landings on RUNWAY09 while preparing for a flight check. After landing, he proceeded to open the cowl flaps and push in the carburetor heat control. He stated that at that time, he let the ailerons go to a neutral…NTSB LAX82FVD12Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 182 · Livermore, CADuring takeoff, the engine lost power as the aircraft was climbing through about 150 ft AGL. The pilot landed in a plowed field where the nose gear failed and the aircraft flipped over. An investigation revealed that the number five piston and piston pin had…NTSB ATL82DA069Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 182P · Huntington, WVAccording to the pilot the engine failed after liftoff at about the 3500 foot point down the runway at approximately 300 feet AGL. The runway has 1000 feet of overrun and the aircraft came to rest near the runup area for runway 12. The aircraft had not been…