NTSB investigations: Lycoming IO-360-A1B6D
328 cases on aircraft whose registry engine model is Lycoming IO-360-A1B6D. 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 ('41593'))
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 ('41593'))
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 CEN09LA487Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Black River Falls, WIThe loss of engine power during cruise due to the number two cylinder piston connecting rod failure for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN09CA372Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177 RG · Albuquerque, NMThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while landing, resulting in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB ERA09FA343Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177 RG · Gilford, NHA loss of engine power due to oil exhaustion from the fracture of the nipple for the engine oil cooler return line. Contributing to the accident was the mechanic's signoff and release of the airplane without performing the required engine run-up following an…NTSB ERA09CA232Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Ocean Isle Beach, NCThe pilot's failure to divert to an alternate airport resulting in the total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's incorrect determination of the fuel load prior to the flight, the lack of placards near the…NTSB CEN09LA054Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Mena, ARThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's continued flight into deteriorating weather conditions.NTSB DEN08CA156Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Ellsworth, KSThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB NYC08LA293Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Bristol, NHThe pilot's failure to clear the trees during takeoff due to a partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB LAX08CA276Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Lake Tahoe, CAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind and density altitude conditions and failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed that resulted in a stall/mush.NTSB NYC08CA208Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Bessemer, ALFailure of the left magneto for undetermined reasons resulting in a partial loss of engine power during takeoff.NTSB SEA08CA106Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Redding, CAThe failure of the pilot under instruction to lower the landing gear, the failure of both pilots to follow the landing checklist, and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.NTSB NYC08CA126Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMorrison Vans RV-8 · Port Orange, FLThe airplane's inadvertent encounter with a crosswind gust during the landing roll, which resulted in the pilot's loss of directional control.NTSB MIA08CA054Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Tallahassee, FLPilot's inaccurate fuel management resulting in fuel exhaustion.NTSB LAX07CA276Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Compton, CAthe pilot misjudged the flare resulting in a hard landing and loss of aircraft control.NTSB NYC07LA182Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Kennesaw, GAThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion during approach.NTSB ANC07LA063Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Pedricktown, NJThe first pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, and water contamination of the airplane's fuel system. A factor contributing to the accident was rough/uneven terrain.NTSB SEA07LA187Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Fresno, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff.NTSB ANC07FA054Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Wasilla, AKThe flight instructor's failure to adequately supervise the private pilot (dual student), and his delayed go-around during approach to land. Contributing to the accident was the dual student's misjudged distance/altitude.NTSB SEA07LA172Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Oceanside, CAThe improper installation of the propeller governor (gasket) by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a oil exhaustion induced total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB LAX07CA146Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Perris, CAa loss of engine power while in cruise flight due to an improperly installed magneto housing by the owner/pilot.NTSB LAX07LA122Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportScottish Bulldog 120 · So Lake Tahoe, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from objects and the mountainous terrain.NTSB LAX06CA239Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Camarillo, CAthe pilot's failure to extended the landing gear and verify the proper landing gear configuration prior to landing, resulting in a gear-up landing.NTSB ATL06LA028Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177-RG · Locust Grove, GAThe total loss of engine power due to failure of the No.1 connecting rod bearing and separation of the No. 1 connecting rod.NTSB LAX06LA058Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Dixon, CAthe pilot's intentional flight at low altitude and failure to maintain obstacle clearance with a high tension static line. The glare from the setting sun was a factor.NTSB IAD05LA136Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Cadiz, KYThe pilot's inadequate in-flight decision, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor was the pilot's early flare during the emergency landing.NTSB SEA05FA169Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Cascade, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a stand of conifer trees during low altitude maneuvering in mountainous terrain. Factors include the mountainous/hilly terrain, gusty winds, a high density altitude, and maneuvering at a low altitude.NTSB NYC05LA070Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Warren, PAThe pilot's failure to follow the balked landing checklist while attempting to abort a landing. Factors in the accident were his failure to maintain directional control during the landing, and a gust of wind.NTSB CHI05LA076Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Rochester, MNThe loss of engine power due to oil starvation and the subsequent failure of a connecting rod. Additional causes were the improper maintenance due to under-torqued fasteners, and inadequate airframe manufacturer maintenance procedures resulting in an improper…NTSB CHI05CA074Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Fargo, NDThe mechanic's improper installation of the oil filter canister base gasket, which resulted in an oil leak and the separation of the connecting rod due to oil starvation. Factors to the accident were the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced…NTSB LAX04CA231Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGlenn L Smith RV-8 · Boulder City, NVthe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was a sudden wind shift.NTSB MIA04FA076Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Tampa, FLImproper maintenance by other maintenance personnel, and the reinstallation of an unserviced magneto during an engine overhaul, which resulted in the magneto malfunctioning, a loss of engine power, and the airplane being ditched into the water.NTSB CHI04LA051Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Waterloo, IAThe impact with a deer during landing roll. A contributing factor was the night lighting conditions.NTSB LAX04FA042Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Blk Canyon City, AZa loss of engine power due to the failure of the single-drive dual magneto that resulted from inadequate lubrication of the breaker cam. Also causal was the improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel during a recent inspection, which should have…NTSB LAX03FA161Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Ely, NVthe airplane collided with terrain for undetermined reasons.NTSB MIA03LA101Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177-RG · Clearwater, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll resulting in the failure and separation of the right main landing gear, partial collapse of the nose landing gear, and substantial damage to the airplane.NTSB LAX03LA136Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Redding, CAThe pilot's improper engine starting procedures, and his failure to maintain clearance with a parked airplane, resulting in a collision with the parked and unoccupied airplane.NTSB FTW03LA026Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Marshall, ARThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB IAD03LA006Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · South Vienna, OHThe improper installation of the single drive, dual magneto, which resulted in its separation from the engine and a subsequent total loss of engine power. Factors included the crops in the forced landing field, and the night lighting conditions.NTSB DEN01LA160Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · St. George, UTbrake system failure for reasons undetermined, which resulted in a loss of control on landing.NTSB ANC01LA132Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear.NTSB CHI01LA283Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Sikeston, MOThe loss of engine power during the initial climb due to fuel contamination, water. A factor relating to the accident was the trees.NTSB DEN01LA119Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Broomfield, COfailure of the nose landing gear hydraulic UP hose, which resulted in a wheels-up landing..NTSB LAX01LA193Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Pauma Valley, CAThe pilot's intentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions and failure to maintain clearance from terrain during an approach for landing under visual flight rules.NTSB SEA01LA075Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Seattle, WAthe reverse rigging of the aileron flight control system resulting in aileron deflections opposite that of the pilot's inputs which lead to an uncontrolled descent into the terrain. Factors include the pilot's failure to detect the misrigged ailerons during…NTSB FTW01LA046Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Del Rio, TXThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the winds. A factor was the windshear.NTSB LAX01LA062Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · San Carlos, CAA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during an extended downwind leg in the landing pattern.NTSB CHI01LA035Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Wautoma, WIthe deer that traveled onto the runway and contacted the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the night light conditions and the light snow that was falling.NTSB NYC00LA253Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Elmer, NJThe instructor's failure to take remedial action.NTSB FTW00LA258Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Mountain Home, ARThe failure of the landing gear to extend due to the empty hydraulic reservoir.NTSB CHI00FA123Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Watertown, SDthe pilot failed to maintain aircraft control due to spatial disorientation. Factors relating to the accident were the dark night, clouds, and rain.NTSB MIA00FA126Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Chipley, FLThe failure of the pilot to maintain runway alignment during the initial climb from the grass airstrip. Also, the excessive pull-up by the pilot and inadvertent stall. Findings in the investigation were 1) in-flight collision with the tops of trees and 2) the…