Premium research interface

The modern interface for aviation safety intelligence.

Search investigations, review source evidence, monitor watched reports, and trace long-term patterns from one calm, data-first workspace.

63k+
Reports indexed
1940-2026
Coverage
Recent
Last data refresh
Featured Report

Loading…

Loading featured report…

Loading…
Open Report

Safety trends by operating rule

Track fatal and non-fatal accident patterns across Part 91, Part 135, and Part 121 operations.

Loading trend charts…

Browse the aviation graph

Move quickly by aircraft, airport, operator, and time with indexes built for research, not wandering.

Last Data Update

By Decade

By Month

Aircraft Manufacturer

More manufacturers

Airports

More airports

Operators

More operators

About

Aviation safety reports, made easier to study

NTSB Reports is an independent research and search tool for public aviation accident and incident records. It brings NTSB aviation reports, structured fields, docket files, extracted figures, photos, videos, and update history into one searchable interface.

The goal is practical safety education: make it faster to find relevant investigations, compare similar events, review factual records, and understand the evidence behind probable-cause and preliminary reports.

The investigative work and source records belong to the National Transportation Safety Board and the published investigation record. This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by the NTSB.

FAQs

NTSB Report

December 2, 2023 · Cessna P210N · N7LV

Big Bear, CA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
December 2, 2023
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Big Bear, CA
Aircraft
Cessna P210N (1980)
Tail Number
N7LV
Operator
Surfside Consulting
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR24LA046

The pilot had topped off the airplane with fuel and was departing on a cross-country flight. Just after lifting off the runway during takeoff, the airplane began to lose power; it then descended and landed on the remaining runway. The airplane exited the end of the runway, impacted a fence, crossed a road, and then nosed over, resulting in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. Postaccident examination of the airframe and engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. The reason for the loss of power after takeoff could not be determined.

NTSB Probable Cause

A loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and runway excursion.

Full Narrative

On December 2, 2023, about 1343 Pacific standard time, a Cessna P210N, N7LV, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident at Big Bear City Airport (L35), Big Bear, California. The pilot received serious injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal cross-country flight. The pilot reported that after landing at L35,, he topped off the wing fuel tanks and taxied to runway 26 for the return flight back to Fullerton Municipal Airport (FUL), Fullerton, California. During the takeoff, he applied takeoff power and rotated at 80 knots. Shortly after lifting off the runway, he experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot checked the positions of his engine control levers and then attempted to land on the remaining runway. He reported that there was no time to troubleshoot. As the airplane descended back to the runway, he heard the engine wind down to a stop. The pilot applied maximum braking but was unable to stop before exiting the end of the runway. Subsequently, the airplane impacted a fence, crossed a road, and then nosed over in soft soil, sustaining substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. A video of the accident airplane during the departure was captured by an individual located at the airport ramp. After a normal departure roll, the airplane departed the runway at the 3,000 ft runway marker and climbed to about 40 ft above ground level. Shortly after, the airplane started to descend, the tail began to oscillate up and down. The video ends as the airplane stabilized near the 1,000 ft runway marker and about 5 ft above the runway. Postaccident examination of the airframe and engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane’s fuel system was examined, and no anomalies were noted. Flight control continuity was established, and the flaps were found near their retracted position. All cockpit controls were connected to their respective components and functioned normally. The propeller assembly and propeller governor were examined and tested and revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures. The maintenance records revealed that the last 100-hour inspection was performed August 18, 2023, by PropJet Aviation, in Windsor, California. The airplane had a total airframe time of 5,545.4 hours; the engine total time since new read 1,679.0 hours; and the propeller was installed new 525.0 hours before the inspection. The airplane had 9.3 hours of operation since the last inspection.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:43 PST
Nearest AirportBig Bear City (1nm W)
Runway26
Runway Length5850 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna P210N
Tail NumberN7LV
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSurfside Consulting
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboprop
Engine DetailsRolls-Royce · 250B175/2 · Turboprop · 450
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 60 · Third Class · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50 F / 5 F
Altimeter30.21 inHg
Observation Time13:35
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data