NTSB investigations: Continental IO-520 series
4,751 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 NYC95LA166Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35B · Goshen, OHthe pilot's premature liftoff which resulted in an inadvertent stall and a subsequent collision with trees.NTSB MIA95WA186Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationCessna A188B · Couva, Trinidad & TobagoNTSB CHI95LA225Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 206 · Williston, NDengine failure due to low fuel pressure at high power settings and subsequent detonation. A factor was an evasive maneuver to avoid obstacles which precipitated a stall. Additional factors include the hay bales, farm equipment, and the runway berm.NTSB CHI95LA224Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-30 · Springfield, MOThe collapse of the left main landing gear for an undetermined reason.NTSB FTW95LA296Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210D · Bentonville, ARThe pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point. Factors were the mown grass and the high density altitude.NTSB NYC95LA153Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 310R · Columbus, OHA loss of directional control during takeoff for undetermined reasons.NTSB ANC95TA102Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 185C · Bettles, AKThe pilot-in-command's failure to properly judge the height of the airplane above the water during landing. Contributing to the accident were the glassy water conditions and an excessive descent rate at touchdown.NTSB SEA95LA147Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188B · Esterbrook, WYThe pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point and airspeed for landing. Contributing to the accident were high density altitude, the short landing area, and the pilot's failure to initiate a go-around in time to allow recovery from the situation.NTSB ATL95LA126Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188B · Decatur, ALThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for a precautionary landing. Which resulted in the collapse of the main landing gear. The undetermined aircraft problem and rough/uneven terrain were related factors.NTSB SEA95LA134Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210B · Lewiston, MTLoss of engine power due to undetermined reasons, and the lack of a suitable area for the forced landing.NTSB LAX95LA234Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210L · Truckee, CAfuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, and his failure to refuel the aircraft while en route.NTSB FTW95LA273Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188A · Pharr, TXThe pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight which failed to purge the aircraft fuel system of contaminants. A factor was the unsuitable terrain in the emergency landing area.NTSB CHI95LA201Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35B · Cameron, MOThe pilot misjudged the flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB FTW95LA252Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A188B · Weslaco, TXThe inadequate visual lookout by both pilots. A factor was the inability of the pilots to communicate by radio due to the incompatible equipment installed in the two airplanes.NTSB MIA95FA142Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Corinth, MSThe pilots decision to continue his VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions after being advised that VFR flight should not be attempted, resulting in spatial disorientation and loss of control. Factors in the accident were: the pilot's…NTSB ANC95LA059Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Talkeetna, AKThe failure of the pilot-in-command to identify unsafe snow conditions at the site. A factor associated with the accident is the soft snow in the takeoff area.NTSB ANC95LA058Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 206 · Bethel, AKA failure of the #2 main engine bearing and subsequent fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.NTSB FTW95LA208Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Conroe, TXThe failure of both pilots to maintain adequate visual lookout. A factor relating to the accident was: failure of the Bellanca pilot to adequately communicate his intentions on the UNICOM frequency.NTSB FTW95LA200Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech D55 · Norman, OKThe pilot's inadvertent retraction of the landing gear, resulting in a gear up landing.NTSB FTW95LA193Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech F33A · Houston, TXThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. A factor was the crosswind.NTSB ANC95LA051Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Ketchikan, AKThe pilot's inadvertent water loop/swerve due to the use of improper landing procedures.NTSB ANC95LA049Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Old Harbor, AKThe pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather. The whiteout condition was a factor.NTSB NYC95LA093Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Bangor, MEthe pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and collapse of the right main gear.NTSB FTW95LA157Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Midland, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control.NTSB ANC95LA036Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207A · Bethel, AKThe pilot's continued VFR flight into IMC conditions and a failure to maintain altitude. A factor in the accident was 'whiteout' weather conditions.NTSB ATL95LA066Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210L · Cleveland, TNThe pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resulted in fuel exhaustion during the final approach for landing.NTSB CHI95LA105Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Baudette, MNan encountered with a hidden obstruction during taxi. A factor was the ski assembly not having been installed.NTSB ANC95LA032Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Port Alsworth, AKThe pilot's inadvertent activation of the right brake pedal during the landing roll.NTSB LAX95LA118Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A-188B · Elmira, CAthe pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft after an inadvertent encounter with the wake turbulence from a preceding agricultural aircraft while maneuvering at low altitude.NTSB SEA95LA050Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech S-35 · Wolf Point, MTThe loss of power due to lost oil pressure and a failed connecting rod. Factors include fence posts and dusk lighting conditions which limited visibility.NTSB ATL95LA048Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210G · Covington, TNThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the aircraft, in that he did not adequately drain water from the fuel system, resulting in water ingestion into the engine.NTSB ANC95LA030Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · W.Point Village, AKA failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane. The pilot's excessive remedial reaction and lack of total experience in the accident aircraft make and model were factors in the accident.NTSB CHI95LA076Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35A-TC · Pembina, NDthe pilot's misjudgement of the actual altitude of the airplane. Factors were the visual illusion caused by the snow covered runway environment and the whiteout weather condition.NTSB FTW95LA095Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 33-A · Lago Vista, TXThe pilot's failure to execute a missed approach at minimums for the non-precision approach and an excessive rate of descent during the circle to land maneuver.NTSB SEA95LA040Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185E · Hillsboro, ORA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB SEA95FA038Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech V35 · Moose, WYThe pilot's failure to fly the proper glidepath. A factor was the dark night light conditions.NTSB LAX95FA072Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Tehachapi, CAThe noninstrument-rated pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering to reverse direction. Factors relating to the accident were: the mountainous terrain, and adverse weather conditions.NTSB LAX95LA070Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportAero Commander 200D · Lancaster, CAfuel starvation due to the pilot's failure to select a tank containing fuel.NTSB ATL95LA032Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35B · Union City, TNThe improper preflight planning by the pilot which resulted in the exhaustion of the aircraft's fuel. The rough terrain condition was a factor.NTSB LAX95LA066Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Fort Huachuca, AZThe failure of the radar and tower controllers to ensure that the pilot was aware of the runway status. Factors related to the accident were the downwind no-flap landing and the sunglare.NTSB FTW95LA073Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Erie, COThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in the inadvertent stall.NTSB ANC95LA020Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Saint Mary'S, AKThe pilot's decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Factors associated with the accident are the pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance from terrain, and the whiteout weather conditions.NTSB ANC95LA015Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 206 · Angoon, AKThe pilot's continued flight into adverse weather. A factor related to the accident was the snow conditions.NTSB ANC95FAMS1Accident · 1 fatalMissing aircraftFinal reportCessna 206 · Kenai, AKUndetermined.NTSB ANC95LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. The pilot's disregard of a NOTAM that closed the runway and a slush covered runway area were factors in the accident.NTSB CHI95LA056Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 206G · Butler, MOthe pilot's inadequate visual lookout. A factor associated with the accident was the dark night lighting conditions.NTSB MIA95LA012Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210L · Jacksonville, FLThe pilot's decision to depart an airport and continue flight with a known deficiencies in equipment. Contributing to the accident was the failure of company maintenance personnel to adjust the down lock mechanism prior to flight.NTSB NYC95IA020Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportCessna 310R · Rochester, NYInadequate maintenance which resulted in undertorqued bolts, fatigue cracking of the hub, and the separation of the propeller assembly from the engine.NTSB FTW95LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Abbeville, LAThe pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions. A factor was the crosswind.NTSB ATL95LA001Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35B · Siler City, NCThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.