NTSB investigations: Piper PA-24-250
1,523 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Piper PA-24-250. 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.aircraft_model_code IN ('7102404'))
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.aircraft_model_code IN ('7102404'))
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 WPR11CA141Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Aurora, ORThe pilot's failure to lower the landing gear prior to landing.NTSB CEN10LA370Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Centerville, MOA loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the pilot not using carburetor heat.NTSB WPR10FA239Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Redmond, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in a stall and collision with terrain.NTSB CEN10LA216Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Madison, INThe pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to conduct the flight with known physiological impairment and his use of unapproved sedating medication, both of which likely impaired his ability…NTSB CEN10CA221Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · West Chicago, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.NTSB WPR10FA005Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Black Canyon City, AZThe pilot's decision to continue VFR flight into instrument meteorological weather conditions which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were low ceilings, reduced visibility, and mountainous terrain.NTSB ANC09LA042Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Wasilla, AKA loss of engine power due to the blockage of the carburetor air inlet by a piece of engine baffling. Contributing to the accident was a worn engine baffle, and the pilot/owner's failure to have the engine baffle replaced.NTSB WPR09FA192Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · San Diego, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain control during an en route cruise descent through multiple cloud layers, resulting in an in-flight breakup.NTSB WPR09CA157Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · San Luis Obispo, CAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswinds during touchdown.NTSB CEN09CA169Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Mineral Wells, TXThe failure of the airframe and power plant mechanic to ensure proper lubrication of wire cables in the landing gear system during the annual inspection which precluded safe operation of the landing gear system.NTSB DFW08FA212Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Yuma, COThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane after an encounter with instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB DEN08CA144Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Pine Bluff, ARLanding gear collapse for reasons undetermined.NTSB SEA08CA152Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Vernal, UTThe pilot's failure to verify the airplane's fuel quantity during his preflight, resulting in fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the presence of a vehicle on the road where the pilot executed his forced landing.NTSB SEA08CA092Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24 · Bountiful, UTThe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear.NTSB SEA08LA064Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Placerville, CAThe collapse of the right main landing gear during landing for undetermined reasons.NTSB DFW07CA211Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Navasota, TXThe hard landing as result of the pilot's improper landing flare.NTSB MIA07LA157Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Wimauma, FLThe failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed while maneuvering for a precautionary landing following a reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB LAX07CA196Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Boulder City, NVthe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear.NTSB NYC07CA150Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Machias, METhe pilot's inadequate in-flight planning.NTSB SEA07LA178Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 24-250 · Flagstaff, AZThe loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel exhaustion, as a result of the pilot's failure to refuel and inadequate preflight planning.NTSB DFW07CA132Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Madison, MSThe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing.NTSB LAX07CA178Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Mammoth Lakes, CAthe pilot's failure to ensure that the runway was clear of other aircraft before takeoff.NTSB LAX07LA180Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Winslow, AZLoss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB DFW07CA034Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Jacksboro, TXThe pilot's improper fuel calculations, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the unsuitable terrain encountered during the emergency landing.NTSB CHI07IA017Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Sherman, ILThe loose connecting rod bolt due to a loss of torque and subsequent failure of the connecting rod during cruise flight.NTSB NYC07LA001Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Hammonton, NJDisplacement of the idler gear assembly, which resulted in a loss of camshaft timing, and a subsequent engine failure. Contributing to the accident was the swampy terrain condition.NTSB SEA06LA166Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Auburn, WAThe failure of the landing gear's normal retraction/extension assembly due to an overload condition.NTSB DEN06CA101Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Olathe, KSthe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing.NTSB ATL06LA094Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Wilkesboro, NCThe pilot's improper fuel consumption calculations and improper in-flight planning/decision which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, a forced landing, and collision with terrain.NTSB LAX06CA176Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Carson City, NVThe loss of engine power due to the pilot's inadequate fuel system management, which resulted in fuel starvation and the loss of engine power.NTSB ANC06LA041Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Mammoth Lake, CAThe collapse of the right main landing gear during landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control and an on-ground encounter with a snowbank. A factor associated with the accident was other maintenance personnel's inadequate inspection of the…NTSB LAX06LA044Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Tucson, AZthe separation of the mixture cable at the carburetor control arm, which resulted in a loss of power, and maintenance personnel's inadequate inspection of the airplane during the last annual inspection.NTSB SEA06CA018Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Tacoma, WAThe collapse of the landing gear due to the pilot's failure to use the emergency gear extension system after his aircraft experienced a complete loss of electrical power. Factors include the malfunction of the voltage regulating system, which lead to the…NTSB LAX05FA271Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Pomona, CAA loss of engine power during the landing approach due to fuel starvation caused by debris and corrosion in the carburetor assembly. A factor contributing to the accident was the failure of the owner to comply with the manufacturer's service bulletin…NTSB SEA05LA170Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Challis, IDThe installation of an improper oil gasket by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and subsequent loss of engine power during the emergency descent.NTSB LAX05LA206Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · California City, CAThe failure of the normal landing gear system to extend for undetermined reasons that resulted in a gear collapse during landing.NTSB CHI05LA069Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Bolivar, MOA loss of engine power due to the pilot's inaccurate preflight and inflight planning which resulted in an inadequate fuel supply for the flight, and the subsequent fuel exhaustion. A factor associated with the accident was the trees that the airplane…NTSB DFW05LA026Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Granbury, TXThe loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB DEN05LA019Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Ogden, UTthe loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing factors include the weather conditions conducive for carburetor icing, and a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB DEN04LA129Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Sterling, COthe failure of the landing gear extension system for undetermined reasons.NTSB DEN04CA121Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Model, COthe pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision making resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the trees.NTSB DEN04LA091Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Ogden, UTfracture and subsequent total failure of the nose gear strut. A contributing factor was the pilot not being able to control the airplane.NTSB IAD04FA017Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · North Lima, OHThe pilot's failure to maintain a safe altitude clearance from trees. Factors included the night lighting conditions and the pilot's diminished night vision capability.NTSB CHI04LA101Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Overland Park, KSThe pilot's inadequate fuel calculations and the pilot's improper in-flight decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the trees and the night conditions.NTSB ANC04LA043Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · West Palm Beach, FLThe incorrect assembly of the fuel selector valve by maintenance personnel, and the pilot's failure to make a precautionary landing to assess the fuel situation and lack of movement of the right fuel tank indicator. which resulted in fuel starvation and the…NTSB NYC04LA086Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Kutztown, PAThe pilot's inadvertent retraction of the landing gear on the ground.NTSB ATL04LA024Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Troy, ALThe certified flight instructor's improper fuel management resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting in a forced landing, in-flight collision with trees and ground.NTSB CHI03LA315Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Chanute, KSThe pilot 's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in both his in-flight encounter with weather, and the loss of power due to fuel exhaustion. Factors associated with the accident were the night conditions, fog, and the pilot becoming lost and…NTSB LAX03LA190Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Fallon, NVThe pilot's inadequate preflight and his mismanagement of the fuel supply by his failure to switch fuel tanks.NTSB DEN03LA049Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Belen, NMthe pilot's improper preflight/in-flight decision making which resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing factors include, the partial fuel selector valve failure, the pilot's intentional operation with known deficiencies in…