# FAA incident reports: Raven S55A

A list on [Raven S55A](https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-s55a.md).

Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first.

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- [Incident 20061021029049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061021029049I.md): Raven S55A · Goodyear, AZ · Oct 21, 2006 · N4274D · Minor damage
  > (-23) During the morning launch at the Goodyear hot air balloon event, the basket of N4247D contacted the envelope of another balloon, N210US, during its ascent causing damage to the envelope of N210US. N210US was in the process of cold inflating near N4247D.…
- [Incident 20031025031679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031025031679I.md): Raven S55A · Washington Twsp, NJ · Oct 25, 2003 · N5725M · Minor damage
  > (-23) Pilot launched balloon flight and terminated flight early as surface winds picked up. Balloon struck cable tv line when landing in field and wind shifted. No injuries; minor aircraft damage. Pilot counseled.
- [Incident 20021103035369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021103035369I.md): Raven S55A · Embarass, WI · Nov 3, 2002 · N4192J · Minor damage
  > (-23) The pilot of N4192J had made a flight on 11-03-02, in order to drop two skydivers in the Embarass, WI area, after dropping the skydivers, he attempted a landing and descended into power lines. The pilot jumped out & suffered minor injuries. The balloon…
- [Accident 20010428011079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010428011079A.md): Raven S55A · Albuquerque, NM · Apr 28, 2001 · N40555 · No damage
  > (.19)On April 28, 2001, at 0841 mountain daylight time, a Raven S55A, N40555, was substantially damaged when it struck powerlines while landing in Albuquerque, new Mexico. The private pilot and one passenger escaped injury. Visual meteorological conditions…
- [Accident 20000825036319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000825036319A.md): Raven S55A · Lincoln, IL · Aug 25, 2000 · N1073R · No damage
  > (-23)The pilot of N1073R, a Raven hot air balloon, lifted off from the logan county fairground racetrack, Lincoln, Illinois, in a free flight balloon event with additional participants in their respective balloons. The pilot became preoccupied with radio…
- [Incident 19970715021999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970715021999I.md): Raven S55A · Fenton, MO · Jul 15, 1997 · N4194K
  > Narrative: during climb after lift-off, 1/4 mile downwind, a fire developed, 6 to 8 inch flames located outside of the burner, where the fitting joins the outside of the burner. Mr. Fear shut off the tank, let the propane bleed from the burner and visually…
- [Accident 19960705016389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960705016389A.md): Raven S55A · Gunnison, CO · Jul 5, 1996 · N4273Y
  > Balloon made hard landing, two passengers thrown out.
- [Incident 19941111043879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941111043879I.md): Raven S55A · Anchorage, AK · Nov 11, 1994 · N5561N · Minor damage
  > Gusty wind came up. Unable to land at chosen spot. Began go around. Gondola hit power line. Landed safe other field
- [Incident 19930904039209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930904039209I.md): Raven S55A · Rapid City, SD · Sep 4, 1993 · N80SR · Minor damage
  > After landing and before pilot deflated envelope wind shift caused balloon to drift into powerlines.
- [Accident 19921008042541A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921008042541A.md): Raven S55A · Albuquerque, NM · Oct 8, 1992 · N57115
  > Gondola struck by balloon rising underneath,N8EN,was able to untangle,landed safe. Fail to note rising balloon.
- [Incident 19910427026842I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910427026842I.md): Raven S55A · Louisville, KY · Apr 27, 1991 · N4192B
  > NR4192B was hit from above and behind while in level flig ht in drop zone.
- [Incident 19901028047199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901028047199I.md): Raven S55A · Millard, KS · Oct 28, 1990 · N2810D
  > On landing the balloon basket rolled on its side and was dragged due to gust. Passengers hip injured.
- [Accident 19901006044229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901006044229A.md): Raven S55A · Bernalillo, NM · Oct 6, 1990 · N4062H · Destroyed · 2 fatal
  > Balloon struck a powerline and caught fire. Occupants tried to slide down a rope but lost grip and fell to ground.
- [Incident 19891119059449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891119059449I.md): Raven S55A · San Marcos, CA · Nov 19, 1989 · N4262A · Minor damage
  > On landing, rope to ground disconnected. Balloon bounced and hit powerlines. Tipped over into ditch.
- [Incident 19891011065089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891011065089I.md): Raven S55A · Bernalillo, NM · Oct 11, 1989 · N2974R · Minor damage
  > Balloon struck the chase crew truck on landing. Pilot stated he had a windshear during landing.
- [Incident 19891008066729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891008066729I.md): Raven S55A · Albuquerque, NM · Oct 8, 1989 · N1128R
  > Denver NTSB downgraded to incident.
- [Incident 19890514031979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890514031979I.md): Raven S55A · Louisville, KY · May 14, 1989 · N4192B
  > Balloon made hard landing in high wind. Basket tipped on impact spilling passengers. Minor injuries.
- [Incident 19890513024449I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890513024449I.md): Raven S55A · Walla Walla, WA · May 13, 1989 · N57067 · Minor damage
  > Collided with power lines on final approach. Made a safe landing pilot did not see the lines. Minor damage.
- [Incident 19890402024059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890402024059I.md): Raven S55A · Dicacho Peak, AZ · Apr 2, 1989 · N418BW · Minor damage
  > Wind picked up for landing, caused balloon gondola to drag through scrub trees before stopping.
- [Incident 19880911038069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880911038069I.md): Raven S55A · Verdi, CA · Sep 11, 1988 · N41964
  > Balloonist braced for landing. Foot got wedged between fuel tank and basket. Could not roll out and broke ankle.
- [Accident 19880827054269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880827054269A.md): Raven S55A · Ft Morgan, CO · Aug 27, 1988 · N779TV
  > Wind was gusting on takeoff then increased. Passengers advised to bend knees for landing. One received broken ankle
- [Accident 19880704025969A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880704025969A.md): Raven S55A · Mishawaka, IN · Jul 4, 1988 · N4186E
  > A passenger was injured on landing when the wind blew the gondola over and dragged it over the ground.
- [Accident 19880228005479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880228005479A.md): Raven S55A · Los Lunas, NM · Feb 28, 1988 · N81DS · Substantial damage
  > Pilot suffered broken kneecap trying to land in a high wind. Gondola hit twice, rose up and made high wind landing.
- [Incident 19870808057999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870808057999I.md): Raven S55A · Jamestown, ND · Aug 8, 1987 · N40356
  > Attempting to discharge passengers, one jumped at 4 feet. 2 hanging on fell off when balloon rose.
- [Accident 19870712038182A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870712038182A.md): Raven S55A · Springfield, MI · Jul 12, 1987 · N40363 · Substantial damage
  > Basket was struck by top of a fast rising balloon N1505F. Impact ripped envelope and the balloon fell to ground.
- [Accident 19870222003109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870222003109A.md): Raven S55A · Tucson, AZ · Feb 22, 1987 · N4261R
  > The balloon landed hard in high winds. Passengers were injured when thrown from basket. No pilot weather briefing.
- [Accident 19861227072309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861227072309A.md): Raven S55A · Peoria, AZ · Dec 27, 1986 · N5561P · Minor damage
  > The balloon landed hard in high winds. The pilot reported a microburst, but no weather briefing was obtained.
- [Incident 19861008065519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19861008065519I.md): Raven S55A · Albuquerque, NM · Oct 8, 1986 · N4198P
  > Passenger was not braced for landing and was thrown around gondola resulting in minor injuries.
- [Incident 19860603061899I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860603061899I.md): Raven S55A · Elgin, IL · Jun 3, 1986 · N57221
  > A passenger bruised an elbow when the balloon basket tipped on landing. Not unusual for baskets to tip on landings.
- [Incident 19860517031939I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860517031939I.md): Raven S55A · El Paso, TX · May 17, 1986 · N5707A
  > During descent for landing a whirlwind blew out the pilot light. A hard landing was made. Passenger fell out.
- [Incident 19860402018889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860402018889I.md): Raven S55A · Cahokia, IL · Apr 2, 1986 · N40809 · Minor damage
  > During deflation from tethered display a gust of wind caused balloon to break away. Blew into a light pole.
- [Incident 19850420026759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850420026759I.md): Raven S55A · Annapolis, MD · Apr 20, 1985 · N4195Z · Minor damage
  > Struck roof with chase person dangling from drop line. Came to rest in trees. Minor injury to chase person.
- [Incident 19850406018999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850406018999I.md): Raven S55A · Wimberley, TX · Apr 6, 1985 · N57048 · Minor damage
  > While attempting to slow speed by brushing tree, got stuck in tree top. Limb broke and gondola dropped to ground.
- [Accident 19850406014129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850406014129A.md): Raven S55A · Mount Vernon, WA · Apr 6, 1985 · N41964
  > Basket rolled over on landing and student suffered a broken leg. Normal landing.
- [Incident 19850224009649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850224009649I.md): Raven S55A · Steamboat Sprin, CO · Feb 24, 1985 · N4400F · Minor damage
  > After drifting over ridge downdrafts forced balloon into trees.
- [Incident 19850205007879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850205007879I.md): Raven S55A · Golden, CO · Feb 5, 1985 · N4392H · Minor damage
  > Balloon was tethered in parking lot for display. Gust of wind blew the envelope over. Envelope torn, sign damaged.
- [Accident 19850113000779A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850113000779A.md): Raven S55A · Littleton, CO · Jan 13, 1985 · N81DS · Substantial damage
  > Precautionary landing due to increasing wind speed. Wind dragged balloon over a fence and draped it over powerline.
- [Incident 19841014064009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841014064009I.md): Raven S55A · Santa Ana Puebl, NM · Oct 14, 1984 · N56850 · Minor damage
  > Balloon struck camping trailer and picnic shelter due to wind shear. One passenger fell out of gondola.
- [Accident 19840930056549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840930056549A.md): Raven S55A · Prairie City, IA · Sep 30, 1984 · N8517L
  > Passenger was injured during rough landing in a balloon.
- [Accident 19840829073759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840829073759A.md): Raven S55A · Chatfield, CO · Aug 29, 1984 · N1048R
  > During normal landing passengers body twisted opposite feet. Broke her leg.
- [Incident 19840814051739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840814051739I.md): Raven S55A · Louisville, KY · Aug 14, 1984 · N1302R · Substantial damage
  > Freak gust of wind broke balloons single tether. Struck another balloon and 5 autos after pilot had ripped out top.
- [Accident 19840714035689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840714035689A.md): Raven S55A · Lakeville, NY · Jul 14, 1984 · N40238 · Destroyed
  > Failed to make a timely turn to avoid wires. Basket caught fire. Pilot jumped 40 feet to the ground. Basket burned.
- [Accident 19840622028489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840622028489A.md): Raven S55A · Anchorage, AK · Jun 22, 1984 · N5562L · Substantial damage
  > Baloon struck powerline during approach for landing in athletic field.
- [Accident 19840415013789A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840415013789A.md): Raven S55A · Glendale, AZ · Apr 15, 1984 · N5717H
  > Balloon made hard landing in riverbed. Pilot reported encountering downdraft prior to touchdown.
- [Accident 19830911051719A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830911051719A.md): Raven S55A · Santa Fe, NM · Sep 11, 1983 · N2732R · Substantial damage
  > Attempted landing between powerlines. Gondola, attachment cables and skirt contacted powerlines.
- [Incident 19830710040049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830710040049I.md): Raven RX7 · Novi, MI · Jul 10, 1983 · N40762
  > On descent toward an open field the balloon envelope struck two strands of electrical wire. Power interrupted.
- [Accident 19830528022599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830528022599A.md): Raven S55A · Rockford, IL · May 28, 1983 · N1127R
  > Pilots leg was broken during a hard landing. He stated he was not braced properly for the landing.
- [Accident 19830228004562A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830228004562A.md): Raven RX7 · Anchorage, AK · Feb 28, 1983 · N4195L · No damage
  > Balloons collided while climbing after being launched at the same time. Other balloon N5563L.
- [Accident 19830228004561A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830228004561A.md): Raven RX7 · Anchorage, AK · Feb 28, 1983 · N5563L
  > Balloons collided while climbing after being launched at the same time. Other balloon N4195L.
- [Incident 19821107064019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19821107064019I.md): Raven S55A · Cedar Springs, MI · Nov 7, 1982 · N4034M · Minor damage
  > Balloon started to lose altitude. Applied power but unable to stop sink. Struck powerlines. No malfunctions found.

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('7480402')
ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-s55a/incidents

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