NTSB investigations
2,288 cases where the sequence of events included Nose over/nose down.
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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 s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s.\"tier2Number\" = '096' AND s.case_mkey IN (SELECT case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' WHERE \"isDefiningEvent\")) 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 s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s."tier2Number" = '096' AND s.case_mkey IN (SELECT case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' WHERE "isDefiningEvent")) 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 ERA10LA390Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Rockwood, METhe pilot's failure to retract the landing gear prior to a water landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment due to medication.NTSB CEN10CA444Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBrewster Fleet 7-220 · Manzanola, COA collision with a hidden obstruction during the landing roll.NTSB CEN10CA439Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeers Tailwind 10 · Delta, COA loss of control on the ground due to a malfunction of the right brake caliper.NTSB CEN10LA427Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Davant, LAThe pilot’s improper application of the flight controls and throttle during landing, which resulted in a nose over and subsequent inverted immersion in the water. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and inadequate…NTSB CEN10CA426Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Alexandria, LAThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10LA420Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-401 · Toulin, ILA partial loss of engine power as a result of a cracked cylinder and the reduced visibility due to the oil-covered windshield.NTSB ANC10LA062Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportConsolidated Aeronautics Lake LA-4-200 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's inadequate flare, which resulted in a nose-low impact with glassy water and a subsequent nose-over. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention while landing.NTSB ANC10CA091Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAvions Max Holste MH 1521 Broussard · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's inadequate crosswind compensation, which resulted in a loss of directional control.NTSB CEN10LA414Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWogenstahl Wallace L Wogenstahl 281 MR · Mount Cory, OHThe improper installation of the rivets at the aft fuselage bulkhead which resulted in the pilot not having full elevator control on landing.NTSB ANC10CA059Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180J · Kakhonak, AKThe pilot's decision to take off in unfavorable wind conditions.NTSB CEN10CA407Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAeronca 7AC · Santa Fe, NMThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing with gusting winds.NTSB CEN10CA387Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 140 · Franklin, INThe pilot's improper touchdown point and excessive braking, which resulted in a nose over.NTSB WPR10CA334Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportLuscombe 8E · Tillamook, ORThe certified flight instructor’s selection of an inappropriate landing surface and the loss of engine power as a result of the improper use carburetor heat. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.NTSB ERA10CA334Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSilvaire Luscombe 8A · Gordonsville, VAThe student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control, and his excessive braking during the landing rollout.NTSB ERA10CA332Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCrabtree RV6 · Sewanne, TNThe pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB CEN10CA327Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRose-Rhinehart A4-C · Longmont, COA loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to open the fuel valve, resulting a loss of engine power after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's overall lack of experience in the airplane make/model.NTSB ERA10CA313Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Mayfield, KYThe pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, resulting in a nose-over.NTSB CEN10CA328Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAmerican Champion 7GCBC · Arcola, TXThe student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the tailwheel-equipped airplane during the landing roll.NTSB WPR10CA303Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportStinson 108-1 · Townsend, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB CEN10LA353Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-602 · Penrose, ARThe loss of partial engine power due to a fatigue crack in the engine's fuel control bellows.NTSB ERA10LA306Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Lucedale, MSThe partial separation of the No. 3 cylinder due to improper torquing of the cylinder hold-down bolts by maintenance personnel during installation of the cylinder.NTSB DCA10FA066Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBoeing B75N1 · Arlington, VAThe pilot’s inadvertent use of the wheel brakes at high speed during the touchdown phase of the landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of familiarity with the feel and effectiveness of the airplane’s wheel brakes.NTSB CEN10CA304Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBordelon Kitfox IV · Stanton, MNThe pilot’s inadvertent propeller blade pitch change and subsequent loss of forward thrust.NTSB CEN10CA283Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182A · Franksville, WIThe pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and delay in aborting the takeoff.NTSB WPR10LA272Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEagle Eagle DW-1 · Waterville, WAA worn wire in the magneto system, which allowed intermittent grounding and a loss of engine power.NTSB ERA10CA287Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportLepow David A Prgsv Aerdyn SEA REY · Chester, PAThe airplane’s collision with a submerged object during landing, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB ANC10LA044Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDehavilland Beaver DHC-2 MK.1 · Anchorage, AKThe commercial pilot’s loss of airplane control while landing in a crosswind, resulting in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was the check pilot's inadequate supervision of the commercial pilot while landing.NTSB ANC10CA043Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Tanana, AKThe pilot's excessive application of the brakes during the landing roll resulting in a nose over.NTSB ERA10CA276Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna P210N · Cambridge, NYThe pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff.NTSB CEN10CA260Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Duluth, MNThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB ERA10CA271Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportChampion 7BCM · Kingston, TNThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB ERA10CA269Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAmerican Champion 7GCBC · Glens Falls, NYThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a takeoff attempt.NTSB WPR10CA233Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-235 · Lake Havasu City, AZThe student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during a go-around, resulting in a stall/mush.NTSB CEN10CA244Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper J3L · Kyle, SDThe pilot's improper touchdown on a soft landing area, resulting in a nose over.NTSB CEN10CA224Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 170-B · White Bear Lake, MNThe flight instructor's inadequate attempted recovery from a bounced landing and the student pilot's abrupt use of the brakes, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.NTSB ERA10CA239Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportNew Standard D-25 · Vidalia, GAThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB ERA10LA235Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Avon Park, FLThe operator's failure to correct known deficiencies with the carburetor, which resulted in a complete loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing by the pilot. Also causal was the operator's decision to rent the airplane in an unairworthy condition.NTSB CEN10CA214Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportStinson 108-2 · Dexter, MOA loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.NTSB WPR10CA201Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150D · Galena, IDThe pilot's encounter with soft, snow-covered terrain while executing a precautionary landing.NTSB WPR10LA194Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170B · Columbia, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.NTSB CEN10CA196Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150 · Waterproof, LAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing and his failure to initiate a go-around when encountering the strong gusting winds.NTSB CEN10CA193Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Brook Park, MNThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout in variable wind conditions.NTSB CEN10CA187Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMaule MXT-7-180 · Maybee, MIThe pilot's failure to compensate for gusting crosswinds resulting in the loss of directional control while landing.NTSB CEN10CA178Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172N · Ankeny, IAA total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel monitoring.NTSB ERA10TA197Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 182P · Frederick, MDA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons following a reported severe turbulence encounter.NTSB CEN10CA177Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182T · Lansing, IAThe pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point, resulting in an overrun and intentional ground loop.NTSB ERA10CA198Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Venice, FLThe student pilot's improper flare and recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB CEN10CA176Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172S · Mckinney, TXThe student pilot's loss of directional control while landing with a crosswind.NTSB WPR10CA179Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportStinson 108-3 · Lebanon, ORThe pilot's failure to release his brake application after adding power to regain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB ERA10LA187Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Moore, SCThe certificated mechanic's improper installation of a helicoil, which resulted in the separation of a sparkplug and the helicoil and led to a partial loss of engine power.