NTSB investigations: Piper PA-32-260, AK
30 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Piper PA-32-260. 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
| 1968 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 1 |
| 1971 | 1 |
| 1972 | 1 |
| 1974 | 1 |
| 1975 | 1 |
| 1976 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 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\" = 'AK' 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 ('7103206'))
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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'AK' 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 ('7103206'))
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 ANC23LA021Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Tok, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper approach glide path, which resulted in a hard landing, short of his anticipated touchdown point.NTSB ANC23LA002Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Cordova, AKThe pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.NTSB GAA19CA387Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA32 · Seldovia, AKThe pilot's failure to attain a sufficient climb following a short-field takeoff, which resulted in collision with trees.NTSB ANC17TA015Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportPiper PA-32 · Pilot Point, AKThe pilot's continued flight into known icing conditions, which resulted in structural icing and a forced landing on icy, snow-covered terrain.NTSB ANC14CA060Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA 32-260 · Anderson, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB ANC13FAMS2Accident · 1 fatalMissing aircraftFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Yakutat, AKUndetermined because the pilot and airplane were not found.NTSB ANC10LA071Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Chickaloon, AKThe pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in an in-flight collision with terrain.NTSB ANC07CA105Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-32 · Chenega Bay, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a collision with a ditch during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the ditch.NTSB ANC07LA001Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Port Alsworth, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of control while maneuvering, and an in-flight collision with tree covered terrain. Factors associated with the accident are the pilot's inadequate evaluation of weather…NTSB ANC04LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Larson Bay, AKThe loss of engine power for an unknown reason while maneuvering, which resulted in the pilot ditching the airplane. Factors contributing to the accident were a low ceiling and a snow squall.NTSB ANC02LA095Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Red Devil, AKA partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during the initial climb after takeoff that resulted in a collision with trees. A contributing factor in the accident was rising terrain which was unsuitable for a forced landing.NTSB ANC02LA004Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Port Heiden, AKThe pilot's delay in aborting the landing. Factors in the accident were snow and ice on the runway surface, and the pilot's excessive taxi speed.NTSB ANC01LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Lime Village, AKThe pilot's failure to properly utilize carburetor heat. Factors in the accident were the presence of carburetor icing conditions, and unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB ANC94FA106Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Kenai, AKInadequate engine maintenance and/or inspection, and fatigue cracking of the engine case, which resulted in eventual damage to the #3 cylinder studs/engine through-bolts, subsequent separation of the #3 cylinder and piston, and an in-flight fire.NTSB ANC90LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Eek, AKThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation and his failure to assure the removal of ice or frost from the wings. The excess gross weight and uneven terrain were considered to be contributing factors.NTSB ANC88LA096Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32 · Sand Point, AKThe pilot reported that the aircraft had high oil temp and moderate vibrations. The aircraft was landed at Sand Point and a company mechanic arrived to inspect the aircraft. The oil quantity was checked and a run-up performed. The mechanic reported that no…NTSB ANC88FA059Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Skwentna, AKThe on-demand air taxi flight with the pilot and two passengers struck the rock face of a mountain at the 8600 foot level. According to witnesses at the time of the accident the weather conditions were poor and visibility was less than one-half mile. The…NTSB ANC87LA170Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot stated that she departed the airport with only one quarter tank of fuel; on final approach to the runway the engine quit. The owner stated there was less than ten (10) gallons on board the aircraft prior to take off.NTSB ANC86LA141Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Stoney River, AKThe pilot stated that after liftoff he failed to maintain airspeed. The aircraft stalled and crashed into the River.NTSB ANC84LA097Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Igiugig, AKDuring flt, the plt heard a 'loud bang' & then the eng lost power. He transmitted a mayday call & made an emergency landing on rolling tundra. During the landing, the nose & left main gear failed & the wing & prop were damaged. An exam revealed that the eng…NTSB ANC82DA088Accident · No injuriesFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Naknek, AKAt the point of rotation the acft struck a large puddle of water causing a reduction in speed. The acft continued down the rwy approximately another 150 ft at 5 ft AGL when it became evident that further flight was impossible. The takeoff was aborted & the…NTSB ANC82DA004Accident · Serious injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Port Heiden, AKNTSB ANC81FA032Accident · Serious injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Nuiqsut, AKNTSB ANC76AA068Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Stevens Vlg, AKNTSB ANC75AA089Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Nuiqsut, AKNTSB ANC74AA082Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Anchorage, AKNTSB ANC72AA052Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Kalskag, AKNTSB ANC71AA063Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Pilot Sta, AKNTSB ANC69A0043Accident · Minor injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Naknek, AKNTSB ANC69A0001Accident · Serious injuriesClosedPiper PA-32 · Kenai, AK