# NTSB investigations: Cabin safety event

NTSB aviation accident and incident investigations since 1962: the probable cause, findings, aircraft, crew, weather and docket of each, linked to the FAA registry and the FAA’s own reports.

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## Cases, newest first

- [NTSB DCA16CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA16CA008.md): Boeing 737 3H4 · Pound Ridge, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 9, 2015 · N383SW · No damage
  > hot water spilled from a cup onto the flight attendant's arm resulting in a 2nd degree burn.
- [NTSB DCA15WA213](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA15WA213.md): Airbus A330 · Jakarta, Indonesia · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Aug 22, 2015 · PK-GPO · No damage
  > The government of Indonesia has notified the NTSB of an accident involving an AIRBUS A330 that occurred on August 22, 2015. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Indonesia's investigation under the provisions of…
- [NTSB CEN15LA398](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA398.md): Buckeye Dream Macine · Zeeland, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 2015 · UNREG · Destroyed
  > The noncertificated pilot's impairment due to alcohol consumption, which resulted in his failure to maintain clearance from a tree.
- [NTSB DCA15CA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA15CA145.md): Boeing 737 832 · Salt Lake City, UT · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 30, 2015 · N396DA · No damage
  > inadvertent contact by beverage cart during cabin service.
- [NTSB DCA15CA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA15CA152.md): Airbus Industrie A320 212 · Boston, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 29, 2015 · N335NW · No damage
  > an inadvertent fall by the passenger while exiting the lavatory when the seat belt light was illuminated.
- [NTSB DCA15CA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA15CA146.md): Boeing 767 432ER · Atlanta, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 29, 2015 · N825MH · No damage
  > the flight attendant inadvertently slipped off a worn tread descending the crew rest ladder.
- [NTSB DCA15CA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA15CA125.md): Airbus Industrie A320 212 · Atlanta, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 23, 2015 · N334NW · No damage
  > the flight attendant's failure to secure her lap belt and shoulder harness prior to the takeoff that resulted in her being thrown from her jumpseat shortly after takeoff.
- [NTSB DCA14CA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA155.md): Embraer-Empresa Brasileira De ERJ 170 200 LR · Columbus, OH · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 27, 2014 · N204JQ · No damage
  > the capabilities of the beverage cart were exceeded which resulted in the cart toppling over and fracturing the flight attendant's foot.
- [NTSB DCA14CA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA157.md): Boeing 767 322 · Reykjavik, Iceland · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 18, 2014 · N666UA · No damage
  > The capabilities of the beverage cart were exceeded which resulted in the cart toppling over and fracturing the flight attendant's foot.
- [NTSB DCA14CA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA124.md): Boeing 767 424ER · Newark, NJ · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2014 · N77066 · No damage
  > A hot liquid splashed from a meal box onto the flight attendant's hand, resulting in a 2nd degree burn.
- [NTSB DCA14CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA120.md): Boeing 737 7H4 · Dallas, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2014 · N968WN · No damage
  > A buildup of pressure in the coffee filter package resulting in the release of hot coffee and grounds when the potlocking handle was raised, which resulted in 2nd and 3rd degree burns.
- [NTSB DCA14CA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA083.md): Airbus A330 323 · Seattle (Pacific Ocean) · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 17, 2014 · N803NW · No damage
  > the flight attendant inadvertently tripping over a passenger's foot that was protruding into the aisle, which resulted in the flight attendant fracturing her foot.
- [NTSB DCA14CA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA090.md): Boeing 737 - 932ER · San Diego, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 5, 2014 · N809DN · No damage
  > the flight attendant's inadvertent trip and fall over a passenger bag that was in the aisle.
- [NTSB DCA14CA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA14CA035.md): Boeing 737 7H4 · Nashville, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 9, 2014 · N966WN · No damage
  > A buildup of pressure in the coffee filter package resulting in the release of hot coffee and grounds when the potlocking lever was raised, which resulted in 2nd degree burns.
- [NTSB DCA13CA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA13CA090.md): Embraer-Empresa Brasileira De ERJ 170-200 LR · Flushing, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 11, 2013 · N208JQ · No damage
  > The flight attendant's decision to move two galley carts simultaneously that resulted in the second cart tipping over onto her foot.
- [NTSB DCA13CA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA13CA091.md): Airbus 320 · Dallas, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 9, 2013 · N327NW · No damage
  > The flight attendant's inadvertent trip over the jumpseat that had not retracted automatically.
- [NTSB DCA13WA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA13WA087.md): Boeing Boeing 757-300 · Gran Canaria, Spain · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Mar 27, 2013 · D-ABOC · No damage
- [NTSB ERA13CA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13CA147.md): Embraer ERJ 190-100 IGW · Tunica, MS · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 24, 2013 · N164HQ · No damage
  > The cabin attendant's failure to follow published guidance and checklists before and during landing.
- [NTSB DCA13CA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA13CA056.md): Embraer EMB-145LR · Hebron, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 19, 2013 · N283SK · No damage
  > an inadvertent fall out of the open service door because the safety strap was not attached.
- [NTSB WPR13CA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA071.md): Hughes 369 · Pasadena, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 7, 2012 · N818CE · Substantial damage
  > An unsecured headset, which struck the leading edge of a tail rotor blade. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate safety briefing.
- [NTSB WPR13CA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA016.md): Boeing 737-3H4 · Las Vegas, NV · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2012 · N625SW · No damage
  > The flight attendant's encounter with an unseen obstruction in the aisle, which resulted in a fall.
- [NTSB ERA12CA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA328.md): Ultramagic N425 · Clermont, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 16, 2012 · N990BR · No damage
  > The balloon passenger's failure to maintain her grip during landing, which resulted in a fall and injury to another passenger.
- [NTSB DCA12CA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA12CA045.md): Boeing 767 · Angers, France · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 26, 2012 · N829MH · No damage
  > the flight attendant inadvertently tripping over a passenger's luggage strap that was protruding into the isle.
- [NTSB CEN12LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA071.md): Juve Richard G Zodiac CH601 HDS · Clinton, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 2011 · N274 · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent opening of the canopy during takeoff due to the improperly repaired forward canopy latch mechanism, which did not fully secure the canopy.
- [NTSB DCA11WA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA11WA096.md): Boeing 737 · Stockholm, Sweden · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Jul 11, 2011 · EI-DHG · No damage
  > The Swedish Accident Investigation Authority (SHK) has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Boeing 737 that occurred on July 11, 2011. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the SHK investigation under the provisions of ICAO…
- [NTSB DCA11CA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA11CA036.md): Embraer ERJ 190-100 IGW · New York, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 25, 2011 · N957UW · No damage
  > Improper latching of the aft galley cart prior to landing.
- [NTSB CEN11LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA092.md): Embraer EMB-145LR · Madison, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 2010 · N678AE · No damage
  > The passenger's decision to deplane without assistance despite having a preexisting condition that limited her mobility.
- [NTSB ERA10WA489](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10WA489.md): Piper PA-31-350 · South Bimini, Bahamas · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Sep 19, 2010 · N84859 · Substantial damage
  > On September 19, 2010, at 1440 eastern daylight time, a Piper PA31-350, N84859, registered to Spirit Air Inc, and operated by Pioneer Air Services was on initial climb out when the lower half of the main cabin door came open. The pilot reversed his course and…
- [NTSB CEN10CA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA257.md): Aerostar International S57A · Hilliard, OH · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 15, 2010 · N9002Z · No damage
  > The passenger’s inadequate brace for the balloon landing, resulting in injury.
- [NTSB CEN10LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA245.md): Gross Cozy · Pine Bluff, AR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 9, 2010 · N144TJ · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent opening of the cockpit canopy during cruise flight for undetermined reasons, which allowed debris to impact and damage the pusher propeller with a resulting total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN10LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA220.md): Mcdonnell Douglas DC-9-82(MD-82) · Chicago, IL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 17, 2010 · N461AA · No damage
  > The flight attendant's loss of balance resulting in a fall and a broken wrist.
- [NTSB CEN09IA606](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09IA606.md): Saab 340B · Traverse City, MI · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 2009 · N452XJ · No damage
  > The flight attendant's incapacitation due to an anxiety attack.
- [NTSB CEN09CA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA328.md): National Ballooning 858 · Fremont, NE · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 31, 2009 · N31802 · No damage
  > The passenger’s inability to position herself properly for the normal balloon landing.
- [NTSB ANC09IA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09IA015.md): Boeing 737-4Q8 · Sitka, AK · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 20, 2008 · N771AS · No damage
  > The placement of operating equipment in close proximity to an external heating unit's intake by ground personnel, resulting in the contamination of the airplane's cabin with carbon monoxide.
- [NTSB ERA09CA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA082.md): Cessna 208 · Homestead, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 7, 2008 · N9639F · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent deployment of the reserve parachute, resulting in the skydiver being prematurely pulled from the airplane and striking the horizontal stabilizer.
- [NTSB CHI08IA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08IA182.md): Mcdonnell Douglas MD-81 · St. Louis, MO · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 2008 · N804ME · Minor damage
  > The inadvertent partial inflation of the evacuation slide within the tailcone during takeoff and subsequent binding of the elevator control cables. The partial inflation resulted from the tailcone evacuation slide cover failing to be secured to the floor…
- [NTSB DFW08LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA097.md): Raytheon B200 · Taylor, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 10, 2008 · N300FL · Minor damage
  > The failure of the pilot and mechanic to ensure that the airplane was depressurized prior to actuating the door. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the vacuum system.

## The whole list in SQL

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

```sql
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 e.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e."isDefiningEvent" AND e."tier2Number" = '110')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb-events/110/cases?page=2

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