NTSB investigations: Continental IO-520 series
4,750 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Continental IO-520 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 ('17032'))
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 ('17032'))
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 WPR10LA248Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210 · Arbuckle, CAInsufficient clamping force to the connecting rod bolt, which resulted in looseness in the connecting rod bearing area that led to the fatigue fracture of the connecting rod and a subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB CEN10LA256Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P206B · Spring Branch, TXA loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.NTSB WPR10FA228Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna U206G · Yuma, AZThe pilot's loss of situational awareness and failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was glare from the rising sun.NTSB CEN10FA230Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Friendswood, TXThe airplane's impact with terrain for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10FA246Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech 58 · Bear Branch, KYThe pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, his continued flight into adverse weather (icing conditions), and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during the emergency descent.NTSB ERA10CA191Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech 58 · Naples, FLThe pilot's improper flare while landing, resulting in a bounced landing.NTSB ANC10FA029Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 206 · Homer, AKThe fatigue failure of the No. 4 engine cylinder head resulting in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt a low altitude turn back to the airport, resulting in a loss of control.NTSB CEN10LA159Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TU206 · Ninnekah, OKA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, resulting from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection.NTSB ANC10LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185E · Ophir, AKThe total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.NTSB CEN10LA140Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Slaton, TXThe loss of engine power due to the insufficient clamping force between the two crankcase halves and each cylinder to the crankcase.NTSB ANC10LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206G · Nanwalek, AKThe pilot's decision to land on a short, icy runway with poor braking action, resulting in a runway overrun/excursion and collision with a snowbank.NTSB WPR10LA155Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKeller FK1 Stol · Dixie, IDThe failure of the experimental FK1 pilot to maintain clearance from a parked airplane while landing.NTSB WPR10LA140Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210L · Aurora, ORThe failure of the landing gear to properly function for undetermined reasons, resulting in the right main landing gear collapsing during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to follow the emergency gear extension procedure.NTSB WPR10FA136Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 310R · Palo Alto, CAThe pilot’s failure follow the standard instrument departure as instructed, and his failure to attain a sufficient altitude to maintain clearance from power lines during takeoff in instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB CEN10FA071Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 310R · Alva, OKThe pilot's impairment due to medication use, a migraine headache, or both, and his decision to continue the approach below minimums without the proper visual references, resulting in the subsequent collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the…NTSB ERA10IA095Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBeech 58 · Lexington, KYThe overstress failure of the nose landing gear aft drag brace.NTSB CEN10FA069Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Eagle Pass, TXThe pilot's decision to continue the approach below minimums without visual references, and subsequent collision with the perimeter fence/terrain.NTSB CEN10LA068Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35 · Dodge City, KSThe failure of the pitot heat system in icing conditions resulting in an inoperative airspeed indicator which led to an inadvertant stall while on final approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to fly into known icing conditions.NTSB CEN10LA056Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNavion Navion G · Montrose, COA loss of engine power due to the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning.NTSB WPR10FA056Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · San Gabriel, CAFailure of the exhaust band V-clamp during cruise flight, which resulted in an in-flight fire and a subsequent forced landing.NTSB ERA10LA059Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188B · Ripley, MSThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was a partial loss of engine power due to water in the fuel.NTSB ERA10FA027Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna U206G · Elizabethton, TNThe pilot’s failure to remain clear of rising terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.NTSB WPR10FA027Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210G · Provo, UTA total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection.NTSB WPR10CA024Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Sand Coulee, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing with a crosswind.NTSB ANC10LA005Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P206C · Palmer, AKThe pilot's decision to land on a short gravel runway, and his failure to initiate a go-around, which resulted in an overrun and on-ground collision with a fence.NTSB ANC10FA004Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185E · Healy, AKThe pilot's decision to maneuver at a low altitude over rising terrain in conditions conducive to turbulence/downdrafts, resulting in a loss of control and impact with terrain.NTSB ANC10CA003Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna U206F · Homer, AKAn in-flight collision with a bird.NTSB CEN10LA005Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Refugio, TXA total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to follow the correct engine restart checklist.NTSB WPR09CA444Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech V35 · Hailey, IDThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing in crosswind conditions.NTSB WPR09LA432Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P206B · Truckee, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed for flight, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with the ground. Contributing to the accident was the intermittent failure of the stall warning system due to a contaminated switch.NTSB WPR09CA438Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech S35 · Fallon, NVThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle during taxi.NTSB WPR09CA441Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna T210H · Avalon, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during approach to landing, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB WPR09CA439Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · La Grande, ORThe pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a bounced landing.NTSB WPR09LA422Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210K · Show Low, AZA total loss of engine power due to the displaced oil filter adapter gasket, which resulted in an oil leak and oil exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB ERA09LA470Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188B · McRae, GAA total loss of engine power due to pre-ignition/detonation as a result of a fuel control malfunction.NTSB ANC09CA080Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 206 · Iliamna, AKThe pilot's decision to takeoff towards an area of rising terrain and potential downdrafts with a fully loaded airplane, which resulted in an encounter with a downdraft that exceeded the airplane's climb capability.NTSB CEN09CA477Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · River Falls, WIThe pilot not checking the security of the fuel caps prior to flight leading to fuel exhaustion and the subsequent non-mechanical loss of engine power during descent.NTSB CEN09FA462Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech V35 · Oklahoma City, OKThe pilot’s decision to operate an airplane with known deficiencies, and the loss of engine power during climb for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN09LA447Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188B · Suring, WIA loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the engine failure was the operator's failure to overhaul the engine in accordance with the manufacturer's…NTSB CEN09LA446Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech S35 · Tuscola, ILThe pilot failure to maintain proper speed and distance during approach to land which resulted in landing long and subsequent runway excursion.NTSB WPR09LA343Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206G · Yellow Pine, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees while taking off in a high-density altitude. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to perform pre-takeoff performance calculations, his positioning of the elevator trim in a nose-down…NTSB CEN09CA429Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A188B · Elwood, NEThe pilot's inability to maintain a climb after takeoff due to wind shift or downdraft.NTSB CEN09WA476Accident · Serious injuriesForeign investigationCessna U206G · Stadtlohn-Wenningfeld, GermanyNTSB ANC09CA067Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's failure to recognize his proximity to the glassy water landing surface while flying in smoke haze, and his failure to maintain a proper descent rate during the landing approach.NTSB ANC09FAMS1Accident · 2 fatalMissing aircraftFinal reportBeech V35A · Northway, AKThe cause of this accident is unknown; the airplane is missing.NTSB WPR09CA303Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A188B · Ogden, UTA partial loss of engine power due to the number one cylinder air induction tube becoming disconnected for undetermined reasons.NTSB ANC09LA058Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Crooked Creek, AKA total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.NTSB ERA09LA352Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206F · Islesboro, MEA loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.NTSB CEN09CA426Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A188B · South Haven, MIThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB ERA09CA342Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech F33A · Rock Hill, SCThe pilot's failure to correctly extend the landing gear before landing.