NTSB investigations: Cessna 152, AZ
85 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Cessna 152. 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
| 1978 | 7 |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 3 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 3 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 4 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2013 | 1 |
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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.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'AZ' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2071835'))
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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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'AZ' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2071835'))
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NTSB WPR13FA118Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Tucson, AZThe pilot's incapacitation due to his preexisting cardiac disease, which resulted in his degraded or complete loss of ability to control the airplane.NTSB WPR09FA437Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Coolidge, AZThe failure of both safety/spotter pilots to see and avoid the other airplane.NTSB WPR09LA196Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Glendale, AZA loss of engine power due to the failure of both magnetos resulting from an improper maintenance repair by maintenance personnel.NTSB LAX08CA252Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Glendale, AZThe student pilot's misjudged altitude and distance, and failure to attain the proper touchdown point, that led to a landing overrun.NTSB LAX08CA132Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Glendale, AZThe pilot's misjudged landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB SEA08CA107Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Tucson, AZThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind condition, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain while landing. A contributing factor was the gusty wind condition.NTSB LAX07LA058Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZa loss of engine power due to oil starvation to the number 3 cylinder crankpin and connecting rod bearing. The underlying cause of the oil starvation to the number 3 cylinder components could not be ascertained.NTSB LAX06FA200Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Peoria, AZthe failure of both the flight instructor and student pilot to regain control of the airplane in a timely manner during an intentional spin maneuver, resulting in a collision with terrain. A factor in the accident was the instructor's inadequate supervision…NTSB LAX05LA013Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Mesa, AZthe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during a touch-and-go takeoff.NTSB LAX02LA241Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Mesa, AZthe pilot of the other airplane'ss use of an excessive taxi speed and too close of a spacing interval to the Cessna 152, which resulted in an on-ground collision when the Cessna 152 abruptly stopped.NTSB LAX01LA151Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZThe pilot's premature flare, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and a bounced landing. A factor was the improper recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB LAX00LA044Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Surprise, AZThe pilot's failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed during takeoff from a short and unimproved dirt road, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush condition and impact with the ground.NTSB LAX99LA269Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Buckeye, AZfuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations used in flight planning.NTSB LAX99LA173Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZThe pilot's improper use of the carburetor heat and throttle control (rapid movement), which induced an overly rich condition and a loss of power.NTSB LAX99LA079Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Phoenix, AZThe CFI's loss of airplane control upon encountering a dust devil due to his improper in-flight decision to land in proximity to the observed adverse weather conditions.NTSB LAX98LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Prescott, AZThe student's inadvertent application of left brake during touchdown, and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.NTSB LAX97LA284Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · San Manuel, AZThe student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's fatigue from improper rest the evening before the flight.NTSB LAX97LA240Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Gila Bend, AZthe pilot's failure to verify the fuel quantity prior to departure, and his failure to perform sufficient en route fuel consumption calculations during the cross-country flight.NTSB LAX97LA220Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Phoenix, AZThe dual student's premature rotation and failure to attain/maintain an adequate airspeed, which lead to a stall/mush and loss of control in-flight, and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight. A factor in this accident was the flight…NTSB LAX97LA191Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Payson, AZan animal (elk) on the runway. Factors associated with the accident included: darkness, the pilot's inability to see the animal in sufficient time to avoid a collision, and the lack of a taller fence around the airport.NTSB LAX97LA037Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Williams, AZa foreign object in the oil system, which resulted in failure of the oil pump, oil starvation, loss of engine power, and a subsequent forced landing. Rough/uneven terrain in the emergency landing area was a related factor.NTSB LAX96LA337Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · San Carlos, AZthe pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff with the runway lights inoperative, and his failure to maintain runway alignment during an aborted takeoff, after failure of the landing light. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, inoperative runway…NTSB LAX96LA179Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZthe pilot's misjudged flare, improper bounced landing recovery, and failure to maintain directional control.NTSB LAX96LA017Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Mobile, AZa loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB LAX95LA094Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Sedona, AZthe pilot's improper compensation for the prevailing wind conditions, and his improper remedial action by raising the flaps before applying the power. The downdraft was a factor.NTSB LAX94LA216Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZthe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft.NTSB LAX93LA332Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Glendale, AZThe student pilot's improper flare and recovery from the ensuing bounced landing.NTSB LAX93LA155Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft and his improper remedial action to correct the situation. A factor in the accident was the student's lack of total experience.NTSB LAX93LA006Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Quartzsite, AZEngine failure for an undetermined reason. Contributing to this accident was the rough/uneven terrain.NTSB LAX92FA331Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Maricopa, AZThe pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane structure by attempting an abrupt maneuver at a speed in excess of the maneuvering speed.NTSB LAX92LA117Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Show Low, AZThe total loss of engine power due to undetermined reason(s). A factor in this accident was the soft soil the airplane encountered during landing roll which caused the airplane to nose over.NTSB LAX92LA045Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Maricopa, AZThe cfi's inadequate supervision and his delayed remedial action. A factor was carburetor icing conditions.NTSB LAX91LA263Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Fountain Hills, AZThe failure of the student pilot and instructor pilot to correctly configure the aircraft for the attempted go around. Contributing to the accident was the improper supervision of the flight by the flight instructor.NTSB LAX91LA126Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Tucson, AZEngine failure due to oil starvation caused by a rotation of the main bearing. A factor in the accident was the failure of the operator maintenance personnel to accomplish an engine overhaul within the interval specified by the manufacturer.NTSB LAX91LA080Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Phoenix, AZThe student pilot's improper bounced landing recovery technique. A factor in the accident was the pilot's limited flight experience.NTSB LAX91LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Maricopa, AZThe failure of the flight instructor to ensure that an adequate airspeed was maintained during the final approach for the existing wind conditions; to adequately supervise the conduct of the flight; and to arrest the rate of descent prior to touch down.NTSB LAX91LA002Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Kearny, AZThe pilot executing a left turn at an altitude insufficient to clear a corn field located in close proximity to the departure runway.NTSB LAX90LA269Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Scottsdale, AZThe failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper use of the airplane brakes.NTSB LAX90FA083Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Phoenix, AZDesign stress limits exceeded.NTSB LAX89FA318Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZThe failure of the pilot's of both aircraft to maintain adequate visual outlook for other aircraft.NTSB LAX89FA229Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Cordes, AZThe pilot misjudged his altitude, while maneuvering at low altitude over mountainous terrain. Factors related to the accident were: high density altitude, mountainous terrain, and diversion of the pilot's attention.NTSB LAX89LA059Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Scottsdale, AZDuring the first solo flight, the student pilot reported that while on final approach, the airplane was high. The student reduced power and extended full flaps. During the landing roll, the student was intending to exit the runway on a right taxiway, however,…NTSB LAX89LA035Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZThe pilot lost control and collided with the runway while maneuvering for landing. The pilot and passenger were testing atmospheric conditions with meteorological equipment in conjunction with noise testing of a Boeing 707 'hush' kit. The Cessna tookoff…NTSB LAX88LA301Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Goodyear, AZThe student pilot was on her second supervised solo flight. She had completed one touch and go landing and was attempting a second when the accident occurred. The pilot failed to flare the airplane at the proper time and the airplane collided with the terrain…NTSB LAX88LA223Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Scottsdale, AZWhile flying the third supervised solo, during the first landing, the pilot lost control of the airplane which veered off the runway. The airplane came to rest inverted. There were no reported mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane prior to the…NTSB LAX88FA149Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Chandler, AZNTSB LAX88LA110Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Seneca, AZNTSB LAX87LA113Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Tucson, AZDuring a local dual instructional flight, the pilot reported that the aircraft developed a vibration and a substantial power loss. The acft was forced to land off the arpt in the high vegetation. Examination of the aircraft revealed that the #3 cylinder was…NTSB LAX87LA100Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Mesa, AZDuring a local solo instructional flight, the pilot was practicing pattern work. On final approach the pilot reported that no correction for a cross wind was required. During the flare the pilot stated the aircraft drifted to the left. Upon touch down on the…NTSB LAX87LA023Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Scottsdale, AZDuring a first solo instructional flight, the pilot was taking off from his third touch-and-go when at an altitude of approximately 10 feet AGL the right wing was suddenly rose. The aircraft then veered to the left. The left main gear then collided with a…