NTSB investigations: Lycoming 0-320 series, 2009
155 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.
Cases per year
| 1964 | 302 |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 338 |
| 1966 | 427 |
| 1967 | 453 |
| 1968 | 424 |
| 1969 | 392 |
| 1970 | 393 |
| 1971 | 396 |
| 1972 | 335 |
| 1973 | 316 |
| 1974 | 328 |
| 1975 | 332 |
| 1976 | 346 |
| 1977 | 365 |
| 1978 | 417 |
| 1979 | 355 |
| 1980 | 341 |
| 1981 | 324 |
| 1982 | 314 |
| 1983 | 244 |
| 1984 | 242 |
| 1985 | 222 |
| 1986 | 244 |
| 1987 | 209 |
| 1988 | 197 |
| 1989 | 204 |
| 1990 | 190 |
| 1991 | 219 |
| 1992 | 202 |
| 1993 | 207 |
| 1994 | 187 |
| 1995 | 189 |
| 1996 | 168 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 204 |
| 1999 | 207 |
| 2000 | 206 |
| 2001 | 206 |
| 2002 | 235 |
| 2003 | 213 |
| 2004 | 226 |
| 2005 | 192 |
| 2006 | 188 |
| 2007 | 169 |
| 2008 | 188 |
| 2009 | 155 |
| 2010 | 165 |
| 2011 | 159 |
| 2012 | 165 |
| 2013 | 132 |
| 2014 | 123 |
| 2015 | 123 |
| 2016 | 121 |
| 2017 | 114 |
| 2018 | 138 |
| 2019 | 125 |
| 2020 | 127 |
| 2021 | 113 |
| 2022 | 143 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2024 | 115 |
| 2025 | 96 |
| 2026 | 103 |
Where
Latest cases
Query with SQL
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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 2009
AND 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 year(c."eventDate") = 2009
AND 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 ANC10LA011Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Willow, AKThe pilot’s failure to ensure that the airplane’s fuel selector valve was on before takeoff, resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, and his subsequent decision to attempt a low altitude turn towards the departure airport, resulting in an…NTSB ERA10FA099Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Heflin, ALThe student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during night, adverse weather conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's decision to attempt a flight that he was not qualified for…NTSB WPR10CA089Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Albion, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain while maneuvering in gusting winds.NTSB ERA10LA101Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · St. Petersburg, FLA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10CA077Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Ames, IAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while attempting a takeoff on an ice-covered runway.NTSB WPR10LA083Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-160 · San Jose, CAA total loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.NTSB CEN10CA075Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Pearland, TXThe student pilot's failure to control the airplane's descent rate during the short-field landing, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight examiner's delayed response.NTSB WPR10CA073Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Diamond Point, WAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the variable and unfavorable wind conditions.NTSB WPR10CA079Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCurtiss Wright Travel AIR 4000 · Torrance, CAThe Travel Air pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during taxi.NTSB ERA10LA086Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCox Busby Mustang · Plant City, FLThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed following a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR10CA071Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Stockton, CAThe pilot’s inadequate compensation for a crosswind condition.NTSB ERA10CA078Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Panancea, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.NTSB ERA10LA070Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA28-151 · Port Charlotte, FLA partial loss of engine power due to the separation of the spark plug hole helicoil from the bottom position of the No. 3 cylinder for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10LA066Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Newcomb, NYThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain during descent at night, with low clouds and fog.NTSB ERA10CA065Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Georgetown, KYThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the surface during lateral hover, which resulted in dynamic rollover.NTSB ERA10LA055Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Luray, VAThe pilot's premature rotation and liftoff and her subsequent failure to recognize and correct for the influence of ground effect on the airplane's takeoff performance.NTSB ERA10FA052Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportAero Commander 100 · Weston, FLThe flight's descent for undetermined reasons, resulting in the in-flight collision with terrain.NTSB ANC10LA006Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChampion 7GCBC · Kenai, AKThe pilot's decision to fly at a low altitude in strong winds and turbulence, resulting in a loss of control and a collision with terrain.NTSB WPR10CA049Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Lewiston, IDThe pilot's delayed decision to execute a go-around in gusting winds and with up-sloping terrain.NTSB CEN10CA038Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Three Lakes, WIThe pilot's improper flare and touchdown during the water landing.NTSB WPR10CA035Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Angwin, CAThe pilot's failure to properly identify the runway surface for takeoff and his subsequent failure to abort the takeoff when he realized he was not on the runway. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to select the appropriate radio frequency…NTSB ERA10FA037Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177 · ChristianstedThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to ensure proper loading of the airplane.NTSB ERA10FA029Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Bennington, VTThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain during a night approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s non-standard traffic pattern over higher terrain.NTSB WPR10CA030Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA18 · Chandler, AZThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.NTSB ERA10CA039Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Scranton, SCThe pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter.NTSB ERA10CA016Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA28 · Meadville, PAA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel planning.NTSB WPR10CA013Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172H · Tucson, AZThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground roll.NTSB ERA10CA017Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA28 · Lebanon, VAThe pilot’s decision to continue flight under visual flight rules into known deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.NTSB CEN10CA013Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Bingham, NEThe pilot's impairment due to alcohol consumption and failure to maintain aircraft control.NTSB WPR10CA008Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Renton, WAThe failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff portion of a touch-and-go landing resulting in a collision with a sign.NTSB WPR10CA007Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172N · San Diego, CAThe pilot’s improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB ERA10CA006Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Gainesboro, TNThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees. Contributing to the accident were the rising terrain and night light conditions.NTSB ERA09CA541Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Pensacola, FLThe pilot's inability to maintain control during landing due to the separation of the nose landing gear upper scissor from the nose gear assembly. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate visual examination performed during the annual inspection.NTSB ERA09CA539Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Factoryville, PAThe flight instructor's delayed decision to take control of the airplane and execute a missed approach. Contributing to the accident was the lack of communication between the certificated flight instructor and the pilot receiving instruction.NTSB ANC09CA107Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-20 · Fairbanks, AKThe student pilot's decision to attempt an off-airport landing and his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB WPR09CA466Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech A23-19 · Tehachapi, CAThe pilot's failure to attain an established approach path while on final approach resulting in an improper flare and bounced landing.NTSB ANC09CA108Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll at an off-airport site.NTSB ANC09CA105Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22 · Seward, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, resulting in a loss of control and a nose over during the takeoff roll.NTSB WPR09FA459Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Forest Grove, ORThe flight crew’s failure to maintain adequate main rotor speed while maneuvering, which resulted in a main rotor blade stall and an uncontrolled descent into terrain.NTSB ANC09LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Nabesna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area with an unfavorable wind.NTSB ANC09CA101Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-180 · Tok, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area, resulting in a runway excursion and a nose over during takeoff.NTSB ERA09LA517Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Hillsville, VAThe total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.NTSB CEN09CA584Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportYates W/Lazar M Safari Helicopter · Cedar Park, TXAn in-flight separation of the tail rotor blades and the tail rotor gearbox for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR09FA437Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Coolidge, AZThe failure of both safety/spotter pilots to see and avoid the other airplane.NTSB WPR09CA447Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Long Beach, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a parked vehicle during taxi.NTSB ERA09LA510Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSocata TB 9 Tampi · Milner, GAThe failure of the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA09LA501Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportKeithley Thomas E Starduster Too · St. Matthews, SCA loss of airplane control during approach for undetermined reasons.NTSB ANC09CA094Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Fairbanks, AKA tailwheel malfunction that limited directional control, which resulted in a runway excursion, and collision with a building.NTSB ANC09CA095Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22-160 · Talkeetna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area, resulting in a nose over during takeoff.NTSB ERA09LA496Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA28-151 · Mansfield, MAA loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat.