NTSB investigations: Lycoming 0-320 series
14,589 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Lycoming 0-320 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 ('41508'))
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 ('41508'))
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 LAX00LA084Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Santa Barbara, CAThe dual student's loss of directional control and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.NTSB SEA00LA041Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177 · Snohomish, WAThe pilot's improper decision to attempt a go-around, then attempt to stop on the wet grass. Factors include variable winds, the pilot's inadequate compensation for the winds conditions, his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, wet grass along the side…NTSB FTW00LA077Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 Beta · Sarita, TXThe failure of the pilot to maintain main rotor rpm, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB SEA00WA042Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationCessna 172M · Squamish, CanadaNTSB CHI00LA061Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Plymouth, INthe pilot's disregard of the unsafe runway condition, his decision to operate the airplane on unsuitable terrain, and the failure to maintain runway centerline alignment which resulted in the landing gear contacting deeper snow. Factors associated with the…NTSB LAX00LA079Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22B · Piru, CAFailure of the pilot to maintain control after encountering a dynamic rollover.NTSB DEN00LA035Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-160 · Brighton, COThe pilot's not following preflight procedures, the starvation of fuel to the engine, and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB FTW00LA055Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172L · New Orleans, LAThe pilot's inadvertent starting of the engine. Factors were the pilot's failure to set the mixture control to the off position, and the intermittent short in the starter switch.NTSB ATL00LA022Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Melbourne, FLThe certified flight instructor's improper touchdown flare that resulted in a hard landing.NTSB LAX00LA054Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Concord, CAthe pilot's failure to use a checklist and remove the control gust lock.NTSB FTW00LA042Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKing Lancair 235/320 · Sterling City, TXThe fatigue fracture of the propeller attaching bolts, due to improper torque during the installation of the propeller by other maintenance personnel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW00LA041Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Springhill, LAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control. Factors were the gusty winds, and the pilot's inadequate weather evaluation.NTSB MIA00LA046Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Pikeville, NCThe inadequate supervision of the private-rated pilot by the certified flight instructor for allowing the airplane to impact terrain during a simulated forced landing procedure to an open field.NTSB CHI00LA036Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Ava, MOthe improper in-flight decision made by the pilot. Factors to the accident were the charts/other manuals depicting the incorrect frequency, the dirt bank, and the rocks.NTSB NYC00LA049Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172L · Wooster, OHThe pilot's inadvertent taxi onto unsuitable terrain. A factor was the burnt out landing/taxi light.NTSB MIA00LA044Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAmerican AA-5 · St. Elmo, ALThe failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed resulting in the in-flight loss of control while maneuvering for a forced landing in a field after the loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel.NTSB LAX00LA049Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCorbin/King Osprey 2 · Chula Vista, CAThe pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane resulting in wing overload and separation.NTSB MIA00LA038Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMaule MX-7-160 · Palm Bch Garden, FLThe sailplane pilot's failure to comply with standard emergency procedures for 'sailplane release failure' upon its occurrence and his maneuvering of the sailplane while still tethered to the tow plane resulting in the inflight loss of control and engine…NTSB NYC00LA041Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Annapolis, MDThe pilot's failure to adequately adjust engine power to compensate for the winds on final approach.NTSB SEA00LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Goldendale, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control. A factor was a rock just off the edge of the runway surface.NTSB IAD00LA008Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Olean, NYthe loss of engine power from water-contaminated fuel due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.NTSB CHI00LA032Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Greenfield, INThe student pilot not maintaining aircraft control. A contributing factor was the student's aural perception.NTSB MIA00LA028Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Defuniak Spgs, FLWas the pilot's failure to obtain a proper weather briefing resulting in his encounter with fog, his having to make a precautionary landing in a field when the aircraft became low on fuel, and the on ground collision with trees during landing roll.NTSB IAD00LA006Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Hopedale, MAwas the student pilot's improper flare that resulted in a bounced landing and the flight instructor's delay in taking remedial action.NTSB DEN00LA018Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Rawlins, WYThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning preparation which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors in the accident were the unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing and the pilot's lack of experience in aircraft type.NTSB ANC00LA012Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-160 · Glennallen, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A factor associated with the accident was snow-covered terrain.NTSB LAX00LA031Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Chandler, AZThe pilot's misjudged landing flare and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed margin, which resulted in a stall/mush and hard landing.NTSB DEN00LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Bullfrog, UTThe pilot-in-command's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. Factors were the pilot's lack of total experience in type of aircraft and the fence.NTSB MIA00LA018Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Newberry, SCa fire in the cockpit caused by the exhaust muffler, which resulted in a forced landing in a field, and subsequent impact with a berm.NTSB FTW00LA021Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Pineville, LAThe student pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed during approach resulting in his failure to attain the proper touchdown point.NTSB CHI00LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Crandon, WIthe deer that ran out onto the runway and collided with the airplane. A factor associated with the accident was the night lighting conditions.NTSB SEA00IA007Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Wenatchee, WAThe failure of the pilots in both aircraft to maintain an adequate visual lookout. Haze was a factor.NTSB ATL00LA002Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Lake Wales, FLThe carburetor icing conditions that were present. Factors were the failure of the pilot to follow the emergency procedures checklist, and the objects that included a flag pole, a road sign and a tractor trailer vehicle.NTSB LAX00LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Deer Valley, AZFuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight verification of the fuel quantity, and, once he became aware of the critical fuel state, his decision to over-fly two alternate airports in order to continue to his destination.NTSB FTW00LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 Beta · Jonesboro, ARThe flight instructor's delay in taking remedial action to recover from a low rotor rpm situation. A factor was the student's failure to maintain adequate rotor rpm.NTSB LAX00LA020Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150H · El Monte, CAA cracked No. 2 engine cylinder, which led to a loss of power. A factor was the ditch in the forced landing area.NTSB ANC00LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Seward, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors associated with the accident were a crosswind, and a downdraft.NTSB MIA00LA005Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R-22 · Sunny Isles, FLA loss of engine power while maneuvering due to improper ignition timing by unknown person(s) resulting in an emergency descent and collision with the water.NTSB MIA00LA007Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Lebanon, TNThe inadequate annual inspection of the airplane by the mechanic for his failure to note that the threaded portion of the bail wire had 2 1/2 failed threads which resulted in the inability to keep the gascolator bowl tightly secured. Also his failure to note…NTSB FTW00LA010Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Granite, OKCorrosion failure of the fuselage support tubing below the right wing forward attach fitting due to inadequate maintenance.NTSB NYC00LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172I · N. East Carry, METhe pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff under gusty wind and rough water conditions.NTSB NYC00LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177 · Frankfort, KYA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasonsNTSB ANC00LA005Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Bethel, AKThe failure of the driver of the forklift to maintain an adequate visual outlook.NTSB DEN99LA172Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Telluride, COAn encounter with a sudden tailwind gust windshift during landing roll, resulting in an inadvertent ground loop.NTSB FTW99LA269Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Longview, TXThe pilot's improper touchdown technique, which resulted in the airplane porpoising.NTSB CHI99LA349Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Detroit, MIthe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane which resulted in the inadvertent spin. A factor was the pilot snagged the banner pole.NTSB CHI99LA348Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Des Moines, IAthe pilot's improper in-flight planning and decisions which led to fuel exhaustion. A factor relating to this accident was the telephone pole.NTSB LAX99LA321Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Vacaville, CAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing gusty crosswind condition and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control.NTSB MIA99LA271Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177 · St Petersburg, FLA loose throttle control cable clamp which resulted in a lose of power.NTSB IAD99LA068Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Friendly, MDThe pilot's misjudgment of speed during the landing approach. The inoperative airspeed indicator was a contributing factor.