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 ATL00LA010Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 310Q · Jacksonville, FLThe failure of the left main landing gear down locking mechanism for undetermined reasons.NTSB DEN00LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150E · Longmont, COThe pilot of the other aircraft's failure to follow right-of-way VFR procedures and inadequate visual lookout.NTSB NYC00FA023Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna T303 · Binghampton, NYThe pilot's improper in-flight decision to descend below the decision height without the runway environment in sight, and his failure to execute a missed approach. A factor in the accident was the failed crankshaft.NTSB SEA00LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36TC · Pasco, WAThe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. Factors include a blocked view of the landing gear light indicating system.NTSB CHI99IA351Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · Chicago, ILThe failure of the pilot in command to maintain clearance with ground obstructions.NTSB DEN99LA174Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Santa Fe, NMA non-mechanical total loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. Factors were maneuvering to avoid oncoming vehicles, and the rough and uneven terrain.NTSB FTW99LA241Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 414 · Alpine, TXThe pilot's improper use of the emergency fuel boost pump, which resulted in excessive fuel flow to the engine and subsequent total loss of left engine power. Factor's were the high density altitude, the pilot exceeding the airplane's weight and balance, the…NTSB FTW99RA217Accident · 6 fatalForeign investigationCessna 414 · Monrovia, LiberiaNTSB DEN99FA137Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Clovis, NMThe pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during final approach to landing, resulting in an inadvertent stall. A factor was the high density altitude.NTSB NYC99IA175Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Belmar, NJThe failure of the turbocharger clamp, resulting from improper welding settings during manufacture.NTSB LAX99LA231Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TU206F · Saline Valley, CAThe pilot's failure to verify the fuel quantity prior to departure, which led to fuel exhaustion.NTSB MIA99FA168Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 402C · Fort Lauderdale, FLThe pilot's decision takeoff with condensation on the cockpit windows which restricted visibility, his improper use of aileron control, improper compensation for winds during takeoff, and his failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, resulting…NTSB CHI99FA177Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 340A · Phillipsburg, KSthe pilot not maintaining flying speed. Factors to the accident were the fuel transfer problem of unknown origin.NTSB FTW99LA160Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Cleburne, TXThe total loss of engine power resulting from a failure of the #4 cylinder exhaust valve and/or piston. Factors were the dark night conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB NYC99LA128Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T310Q · West Laurens, NYthe pilot's impairment due to hypoxia, which resulted in reduced situational awareness and a power loss due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB DEN99FA077Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 172Q · Greeley, COFailure of both the pilot receiving instruction and the flight instructor to maintain a visual lookout. A factor was the failure of the other pilot to maintain a visual lookout.NTSB LAX99LA174Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T303 · San Diego, CAThe pilot-in-command's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations that resulted in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent ditching.NTSB DEN99LA070Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210L · Albuquerque, NMThe pilot's improper mixture control use and the engine's subsequent power loss due to fuel starvation, and the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot to perform a forced landing. Factors were the pilot's lack of recent experience in type of airplane, the…NTSB FTW99FA123Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 402C · Goldsby, OKThe fatigue failure of the right wing spar as a result of inadequate quality control during manufacture of the spar. A factor was the inadequate inspection of the right wing by maintenance personnel, which failed to detect the crack.NTSB LAX99LA164Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 36TC · Lake Elsinore, CAFuel starvation due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection procedures and his failure to accurately determine the amount of fuel onboard prior to departure. A factor in the accident was the erratic fuel quantity sensor in the left fuel tank.NTSB MIA99LA136Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · Fort Lauderdale, FLA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and the pilot in command's failure to ensure that the aircraft had adequate fuel to complete the flight.NTSB CHI99LA128Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T-188C · Dalton, NEthe improper adjustment of the fuel pump by maintenance personnel. Factors to the accident were the excessive output of the fuel pump, trees, residential structure, fence, and propane tank.NTSB DEN99LA054Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 320D · Broomfield, COA partial loss of power on the left engine for undetermined reasons. A factor was the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing flare/touchdown.NTSB SEA99LA039Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TU206G · Cascade, IDUnsuitable terrain for landing was selected. Snow covered airstrip was a factor.NTSB LAX99LA097Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 414 · Phoenix, AZThe overload failure of the left main gear locking mechanism due to improper system rigging by maintenance personnel.NTSB ANC98FA168Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna TU-206G · Ketchikan, AKThe pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were low ceilings and mountainous/hilly terrain.NTSB ANC98LA149Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Sleetmute, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for departure. A factor in the accident was a narrow runway.NTSB LAX98LA291Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210R · Buckeye, AZthe pilot's delayed response in recovering from a bounced landing combined with his delayed decision to abort the landing. The pilot's inadequate compensation for tailwind conditions and inadvertently raising the flaps to 10 degrees were factors in this…NTSB FTW98LA374Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech B36TC · Pinedale, WYThe pilot not following his Pilot Operating checklist procedures. A factor was the aborted landing which interfered with the pilot's normal traffic pattern habit.NTSB SEA98TA152Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna TU206G · Burns, ORFatigue failure of the crankshaft.NTSB LAX98LA232Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36TC · Boulder City, NVloss of engine power for undetermined reasons over unsuitable terrain.NTSB CHI98LA240Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T188C · Austin, MNthe improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel. Factors were the throttle control not safetied, the crops, and unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilotNTSB CHI98LA221Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T310R · Wheeling, ILthe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a lack of directional control of the aircraft. Factors to the accident were the two airport signs and the crosswind.NTSB SEA98LA099Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · La Pine, ORFuel starvation for undetermined reasons.NTSB SEA98FA092Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Hillsboro, ORImproper installation (bushing), mechanical binding (bushing), mechanical binding (connecting rod), and fatigue within the crankshaft. Contributing factors were inadequate major (engine) overhaul and trees.NTSB FTW98FA393Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T310R · Pie Town, NMThe pilot's continuing VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were weather conditions, that included clouds, and mountainous terrain.NTSB MIA98LA140Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Beaufort, SCThe partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB MIA98LA133Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Miami Lakes, FLThe failure of the pilot to ensure the aircraft contained enough fuel to complete the flight resulting in loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB FTW98LA173Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210L · Santa Teresa, NMfailure of the number 1 piston, which resulted in loss of engine power and a subsequent forced landing. The lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing was a related factor.NTSB MIA98LA123Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · West Palm Beach, FLthe pilot allowed the airplane to improperly touchdown on the right main landing gear, resulting in the gear collapsing, and subsequent impact with runway visual range equipment.NTSB ANC98LA034Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Coldfoot, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff. Soft, snow covered terrain was a factor in the accident.NTSB LAX98LA122Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna TU206F · Avalon, CAContamination of the fuel system which led to a loss of engine power. Factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the barbwire fence.NTSB CHI98LA098Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · Mason City, IAthe accumulation of airframe ice during flight, and failure of the pilot to attain a proper flare for landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the adverse weather (icing) condition; and the pilot's limited forward visibility, due to ice on the…NTSB MIA98LA083Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Covington, GAthe pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation and/or improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Soft/wet terrain in the emergency landing area was a related factor.NTSB FTW98LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 340 · Wagoner, OKthe entrance of deer onto the runway, which resulted in an unavoidable impact. Darkness was a related factor.NTSB LAX98LA081Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 340A · Groveland, CAFailure of the brake line as a result of inadequate maintenance.NTSB FTW98LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 340A · Bethany, OKThe pilot's flight into known adverse weather conditions which resulted in an inadvertent stall due to airframe ice. A factor was the icing conditions.NTSB CHI98FA080Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Decatur, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. Contributing factors were low ceiling and freezing drizzle.NTSB CHI98LA057Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402A · Milwaukee, WIInadequate preflight planning/preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion.NTSB MIA98LA019Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 402B · Fort Lauderdale, FLThe pilot's improper management of fuel resulting in a total loss of engine power on both engines due to fuel exhaustion.