NTSB investigations, TX
74 cases where the first occurrence was “Loss of engine power(partial) - nonmechanical”.
Cases per year
| 1982 | 2 |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 3 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 4 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2003 | 4 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 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\" = 'TX' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o.\"occurrenceNumber\" = 1 AND o.\"occurrenceCode\" = 354)
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" = 'TX' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 354) ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
Run 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 DFW07LA087Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPZL 101A · Spicewood, TXThe loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for the forced landing.NTSB DFW06CA119Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150G · Coleman, TXThe pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for the forced landing.NTSB DFW05CA237Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Amarillo, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were the reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the high density altitude.NTSB DFW05CA157Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman AA1B · Llano, TXThe partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during takeoff resulting in an overrun. A factor was the high density altitude.NTSB DFW05CA146Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-25-235 · Waller, TXThe pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in fuel exhaustion and a stall.NTSB DFW05CA144Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 269A · Sherman, TXThe applicant's failure to maintain directional control of the helicopter during a simulated power failure from a hover and the FAA inspector's delayed remedial action resulted in a dynamic rollover.NTSB FTW04FA243Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 421C · Bee Caves, TXThe pilot's improper positioning of the fuel selector valves, which resulted in a loss of power to the left engine due to fuel exhaustion. After the power loss, the pilot failed to follow checklist procedures and did not secure (feather) the left propeller,…NTSB FTW03LA191Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 19A · Fredericksburg, TXA partial loss of engine power due to a rich mixture and reduced airflow to the engine. Contributing factors were the owner's failure to obtain an annual inspection, and improper maintenance procedures used in the installation of the air filter.NTSB LAX03LA179Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182E · Bryan, TXThe presence of foreign material in the carburetor intake venturi, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during takeoff, and a subsequent off-airport forced landing.NTSB FTW03LA149Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · Houston, TXThe flight instructor's poor decision to initiate a simulated emergency without having a suitable area for a forced landing.NTSB FTW03LA133Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-402B · Taft, TXThe partial loss of engine power resulting from a leaking fuel transfer tube following inadequate maintenance by unknown personnel. A contributing factor was the furrowed terrain encountered during the forced landing.NTSB FTW01IA051Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportSaab 340B · San Antonio, TXthe ingestion of ice/slush into both engines, which resulted in dual engine power fluctuations.NTSB FTW99LA072Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-34-200T · Wharton, TXThe pilot's failure to comply with the manufacturer's single engine landing checklist which resulted in the aircraft landing short of the runway.NTSB FTW99LA069Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150H · Nemo, TXA partial loss of engine power due to the obstructed fuel vent line and fuel cap vent.NTSB FTW98LA146Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Jacksonville, TXThe partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the poor braking conditions due to the grassy wet runway.NTSB FTW98LA038Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Galveston, TXinadequate maintenance and/or preflight inspection of the airplane, and subsequent blockage of the fuel filters, which led to fuel starvation, partial loss of engine power in both engines, and a forced landing. A related factor was the lack of suitable…NTSB FTW95LA375Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Bonham, TXThe partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the high density altitude and lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW95LA074Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150H · Monahans, TXThe pilot's failure to use the carburetor heat and failure to maintain airspeed. A factor was the icing conditions.NTSB FTW95LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBrantly Helicopter B-2 · Houston, TXThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain.NTSB FTW94LA285Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210L · Amarillo, TXThe pilot's failure to attain proper alignment of the airplane with the runway during the landing flare/touchdown. A factor was the partial loss of engine power due to undetermined reasons.NTSB FTW94LA184Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLockheed P-38 · Breckenridge, TXThe fuel starvation induced loss of power due to improper positioning of the fuel selector. Factors were the pilot's lack of experience in the type airplane, and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW94LA147Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHiller UH-12B · Crystal Beach, TXThe pilot's improper autorotation touchdown, which rsulted in the hard landing. A factor was the power loss due to water contaminated fuel.NTSB FTW94LA081Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCannon Starduster II · Brazoria, TXThe pilot's improper flare technique during the forced landing. A factor was the fuel contamination induced partial power loss.NTSB FTW93LA149Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHaltom Avid Flyer · Houston, TXEngine power loss with cause undetermined. A factor was the lack of suitable terrainNTSB FTW93LA069Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPitts S1C · Godley, TXThe partial power loss due to the pilot's delayed application of carburetor heat. Factors were carburetor ice, and the sloping terrainNTSB FTW92LA196Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150F · Granbury, TXThe pilot's inadvertent use of carburetor heat during takeoff. The lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing was a factor.NTSB FTW92DPA01Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportAir Tractor AT-301 · Dekalb, TXLoss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW92LA115Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8E · Acton, TXThe excessive airspeed during the landing. Factors were the carburetor icing conditions, the carburetor ice induced power loss, and the pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat.NTSB FTW92LA053Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech B19 · Bonham, TXInadvertent stall during the forced landing approach. A factor was the partial loss of power for undetermined reasons.NTSB FTW91LA130Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150G · Hitchcock, TXA power loss for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during the forced landing. Factors were the pilot's continued operation with a known engine deficiency and the owner/operator's failure to perform needed maintenance.NTSB FTW91DRA04Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 188B · Wallis, TXThe partial power loss during a critical phase of flight. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain onto which a successful forced landing could have been executed.NTSB FTW91LA053Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R-22B · Spring, TXPower loss due to carburetor ice, the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat, and his failure to apply adequate cushioning collective pitch during the flare segment of the autorotation. A factor in the accident was the pilot's improper autorotation technique.NTSB FTW90LA147Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Lytle, TXThe pilot's failure to adequately manage the onboard fuel supply.NTSB FTW90LA139Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-31ATC · Denton, TXThe pilot failures to properly in stall a oil line which resulted in a complete loss of engine power after the oil supply was exhausted.NTSB FTW90LA130Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing A75N1 · San Antonio, TXPilot's failure to maintain adequate speed. Contributing to the accident was the momentary power loss.NTSB FTW90LA057Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Goliad, TXThe pilot in command's failure to identify and correct for carburetor icing conditions which existed at the time of the accident and precipitated the precautionary landing.NTSB FTW89LA169Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Powell, TXThe pilot's improper use of carburetor heat resulting in a partial, non-mechanical power loss from carburetor icing conditions.NTSB FTW89DPA04Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportNorth American F-51 · Denton, TXThe pilot's failure to detect water in the fuel system during the preflight which subsequently resulted in a loss of power.NTSB FTW89LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Fort Worth, TXInitially the loss of power on the left engine due to an inadequate preflight by the pilot. A secondary cause was a inadvertent feathering of the wrong propeller by the pilot.NTSB FTW89DRA03Accident · No injuriesFinal reportBenson B-8-M · La Porte, TXHard landing which occurred as a result of the pilot having to extend his glide over obstacles on short final to the forced landing area. The forced landing was executed as a result of engine performance degradation due to induction icing for which no…NTSB FTW88FA103Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportGlobe GC-1B · Powderly, TXThe airplane had not been flown for more than seven months. It did not have a current annual inspection. Witnesses said the pilot ran the engine and it ran rough. Then he washed the airplane, then refueled, drained the sumps and ran the engine again at the…NTSB FTW88IA092Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31-350 · Henderson, TXThe pilot experienced total loss of power from the left engine and a partial loss of power from the right engine due to fuel starvation. The main fuel tanks on which the engines were operating were found empty but there was an adequate fuel supply in the…NTSB FTW88LA070Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-108 · Fabens, TXThe plt reported that the eng ran rough on a previous flt and he removed, cleaned, and replaced the spark plugs. He then took off and at a point seven miles from the departure arpt, the eng again began to run rough and intermittently. An emergency landing…NTSB FTW88LA026Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Dallas, TXThe plt reported that the acft was no. 3 in the pattern for landing on rwy 17. He said carb heat was applied on downwind and eng power was used until the acft was on a 3 mi final. At that point pwr was reduced and a glide was established. A short time later…NTSB FTW87FA175Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 337B · Laporte, TXThe aircraft had been sitting outside in the wx since its last annual inspection on 12/1/84. After purchasing the aircraft, the pilot (who is an aircraft and powerplant maintenance technician) examined it and a ferry permit was issued by FAA for the proposed…NTSB FTW87FA137Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportGrumman AA-1B · Bulverde, TXThe plt attempted liftoff two or three times but after each try the acft would settle back onto the rwy. When about 50 yards from the end of the rwy, the acft again lifted off the ground and climbed to about 15 ft. the plt stated that the stall warning…NTSB FTW87LA091Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAeronca 7AC · Horizon City, TXThe pilot delayed in initiating recovery from a simulated forced landing. Then when the throttle was advanced from idle to full open the engine hesitated briefly and full power was restored too late to recover. A hard left bank was initiated to align the…NTSB FTW87FA047Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 150F · Rio Vista, TXPrivate pilot of Cessna 150K experienced partial power loss after departing private strip near Rio Vista, TX. Pilot attempted to return for landing. After take off he was unablle to sustain climb. Aircraft hit utility pole, aircraft control was lost and…NTSB FTW86LA138Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Batesville, TXThe pilot experienced a partial power loss at 60 feet AGL. He made a hard landing in an open field causing the rotor blades to severe the tail boom on touchdown. On examination of the aircraft fuel system debris was found in the fuel strainer, causing fuel…NTSB FTW86LA126Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-150 · Georgetown, TXThe instructor pilot was instructing his student pilot in an engine shutdown for a multi-engine instructor rating, after which the engine would not restart. The instructor decided to land at the closest airport. While on final approach another aircraft landed…