NTSB investigations: Continental TSIO-520 series
1,736 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Continental TSIO-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 ('17040'))
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 ('17040'))
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 CHI02LA136Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Lake in Hills, ILIt was not possible for the pilot to land the airplane at a proper touchdown point during the aborted takeoff and unsuitable terrain was encountered off the end of the runway. Factors associated with the accident were a proper climb rate was not achieved…NTSB LAX02FA163Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Groveland, CAa catastrophic engine failure due to the fatigue fracture and failure of the crankshaft. A factor contributing to the accident was the unsuitable nature of the mountainous terrain for a successful forced landing. The precipitating cause of the fatigue…NTSB LAX02LA151Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Flagstaff, AZa loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WAS02RA036Accident · 6 fatalForeign investigationCessna TU206G · Catacamas, HondurasNTSB LAX02LA142Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 340A · Lancaster, CAThe collapse of the right main landing gear as a result of a malfunctioning microswitch.NTSB IAD02LA045Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Linden, NJThe pilot's failure to lower the landing gear prior to landing.NTSB MIA02WA083Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationCessna 402B · Nassau, BahamasNTSB IAD02LA040Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T310R · Mount Holly, NJThe pilot's misjudgment of distance, his subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing, and the failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall.NTSB CHI02LA099Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · South St. Paul, MNA loss of engine power due to an electrical short of the P-lead, and loose fuel line connection as a result of improper maintenance.NTSB FTW02LA109Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 188 · Forrest City, ARthe pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a light pole and power lines during an aerial application flight.NTSB DEN02FA034Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 340 · Englewood, COthe pilot not following procedures/directives (flying a landing approach with the left fuel selector in the auxiliary position). Contributing factors were the loss of the left engine power due to fuel starvation, the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft…NTSB FTW02LA091Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402C · Albuquerque, NMThe failure of the left main landing gear scissors assembly which resulted from improper maintenance.NTSB NYC02FA068Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Teterboro, NJImproper maintenance by other maintenance personnel, which resulted in the air filter element being sucked into and blocking the turbocharger inlet, and a subsequent power loss. Factors in the accident were the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and the…NTSB DEN02LA026Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech B36TC · Englewood, COThe pilot flaring the airplane prematurely, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB LAX02LA221Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 58P · Santa Ana, CAthe pilot's failure to remain above the landing Boeing 757's glide path resulting in an encounter with wing tip vortices, a loss of directional control after touchdown, and collision with taxiway signs.NTSB CHI02FA067Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · Bronson, MIThe maneuver to avoid the utility wire while maneuvering resulting in an inadvertent stall and subsequent impact with the ground. Factors were the pilot's inadvertent activation of the elevator trim, resulting in a loss of control during flight in instrument…NTSB CHI02LA066Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Chicago, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after takeoff. Factors relating to the accident were the pilot excessive rotation during takeoff and the crosswind.NTSB FTW02FA070Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 340A · Temple, TXThe pilot's mismanagement of fuel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to follow the checklist to feather the propellers in order to reduce drag.NTSB CHI02LA060Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 414A · Sturgis, MIthe inadequate in-flight emergency planning/decision, the checklist not followed and excessive approach altitude by the pilot. Contributing factors were the loose oil return line and weather.NTSB LAX02LA055Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Santa Rosa, CAThe pilot's inadequate preflight and in-flight planning/decision resulting in miscalculation of fuel consumption, fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power. Factors were rough terrain in a vineyard, power lines in the landing area, and night time.NTSB IAD02LA020Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 401A · Martinsburg, WVthe owner/mechanic's failure to comply with an Airworthiness Directive, which resulted in a cracked fuel supply line and subsequent in-flight fire.NTSB LAX02FA049Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210L · San Jacinto, CAThe pilot's loss of situational awareness and his failure to adhere to the prescribed instrument approach procedures, including the track and altitudes flown. The underlying reasons for the pilot's loss of situational awareness are unknown.NTSB FTW02FA054Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210-M · Monticello, ARThe separation of the #2 connecting rod and subsequent catastrophic failure of the engine. A factor was the in-flight collision with a vehicle while maneuvering to a emergency landing area.NTSB DEN02LA012Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Montrose, COthe loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB SEA02LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · Pasco, WAthe pilot's failure to keep the aircraft from touching down short of the displaced threshold, and his failure to maintain directional control after the aircraft's left main gear tire deflated as a result of impacting the lip at the beginning of the subject…NTSB LAX02FA028Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 340A · Santa Monica, CAThe pilot's failure to remove the control gust lock prior to takeoff and his failure to abort the takeoff with sufficient runway remaining to stop the airplane on the runway.NTSB DEN02TA011Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 206 · Casper, WYfailure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Contributing factors were the crosswind and gusting wind conditions.NTSB LAX02FA018Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Mt. Charleston, NVthe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed after continuing flight into forecast adverse meteorological conditions consisting of turbulence, icing, and downdrafts, which resulted in a stall/spin.NTSB CHI02LA010Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 58P · Columbus, NEThe exceeded aircraft performance and inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot in command. The lack of recent experience in aircraft by the pilot in command was a contributing factor.NTSB LAX02FA004Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Van Nuys, CAThe failure of the air traffic controller to provide effective separation on the runway surface as specified in FAA Order 7110.65, Paragraph 3-9-6.NTSB FTW01LA210Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T188C · Aiken, TXthe application of silicon sealant to the crankcase mating surfaces by maintenance personnel, which resulted in improper torque on the bolts which mate the crankcase halves, vibration, and the subsequent failure of the #2 main crankshaft bearing. A factor was…NTSB SEA01LA165Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210L · Olympia, WAThe inability of the landing gear to fully extend due to the failure of a hydraulic hose in the nose gear extension system.NTSB LAX01FA297Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Watsonville, CAThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CHI01LA299Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 58P · Theodosia, MODiminished braking action due to standing water on the runway. A factor associated with the accident was the ditch which the airplane contacted.NTSB FTW01LA191Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Bulverde, TXthe pilot's failure to obtain airspeed after rotation, which resulted in a stall/mush. Contributing factors were the tailwind condition, high density altitude, and upsloping runway.NTSB FTW01LA185Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A-36TC · Fort Worth, TXthe partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason and the pilot's decision to initiate the takeoff downwind.NTSB CHI01LA309Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Fargo, NDthe emegency procedure not followed by the pilot.NTSB IAD01WA081Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCessna T210M · Innsbruck, AustriaNTSB CHI01LA271Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Milwaukee, WIthe rich fuel mixture and the unsuitable landing area encountered by the pilot. Contributing factors were the high output of the fuel pump and the low altitude.NTSB CHI01LA269Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Mackinac Island, MIThe pilot's failure to maintain proper glidepath during the landing approach resulting in the pilot not maintaining clearance from the trees. Factors were the haze, the gusty winds, and the trees.NTSB LAX01FA270Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech B36TC · Weaverville, CAthe pilot's selection of the wrong runway, which resulted in an attempted takeoff uphill in a prevailing tailwind toward rising terrain and high obstacles. Also causal was the pilot's loading of the airplane above maximum gross weight and his failure to…NTSB DEN01LA131Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Spanish Fork, UTthe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of control during landing. A contributing factor was the gusty crosswind.NTSB SEA01LA159Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TU-206F · Minden, NVThe pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, and his improper remedial action after it became clear that he was not successfully salvaging the landing attempt. Factors include an improperly serviced nose gear strut.NTSB FTW01LA170Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Amarillo, TXthe pilot's failure to verify that the landing gear was extended and locked before landing. A contributing factor was a tripped landing gear motor circuit breaker, which resulted in the failure of the main landing gear to fully extend and lock.NTSB NYC01LA180Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TU206G · Garrettsville, OHThe airstrip owner/pilot's failure to use all of the available runway. Factors were a tailwind condition and a contaminated runway.NTSB ANC01LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Pilot Point, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, and failure to maintain clearance. A factor associated with the accident was a vehicle mounted gantry.NTSB NYC01LA174Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Stow, MAThe pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around.NTSB LAX01LA248Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Marble Canyon, AZThe pilot's failure to use all the available runway and his failure to follow the prescribed short field takeoff procedure resulting in a loss of control during the takeoff roll. Factors were the short, rough, and rising runway, and the soft dirt surrounding…NTSB NYC01LA166Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402C · Boston, MAThe pilot's improper decision to waive the wake turbulence hold time, and his subsequent loss of control when wake vortex turbulence was encountered.NTSB NYC01FA141Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Honesdale, PAAn improperly manufactured torquemeter gearshaft assembly, which resulted in gearshaft assembly failure, an N2 overspeed, and a subsequent uncontained engine failure.