NTSB investigations
151 cases where the sequence of events included Cabin safety event.
Cases per year
| 2008 | 5 |
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| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Where
Latest cases
Query with SQL
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\" = '110' 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" = '110' 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 DCA27WA015Accident · Serious injuriesClass 5 · ForeignAirbus A330-302 · Cassano Magnago, ItalyNTSB CEN25LA105Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Edgemont, SDThe pilot’s failure to properly identify the proper anchor point for the supplemental harness and the crew’s incorrect use of the restraint system structure as an anchor point, which resulted in the separation of the structure.NTSB DCA25WA059Accident · Serious injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Derby, United KingdomNTSB GAA25WA075OccurrenceClass 5 · ForeignBeech 200 · Pillanesburg, South AfricaNTSB GAA24WA206Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignHawker Beechcraft C90 · Biggin Hill, United KingdomNTSB DCA24WA103IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 787 · Auckland, New ZealandNTSB ERA24FA097Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech C99 · Londonderry, NHThe pilot’s failure to ensure that the cockpit door was secured before flight, which resulted in its separation during initial climb and a subsequent loss of control.NTSB DCA23LA465Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 787-8 · Lake Erie Beach, NYMalfunctioning brakes on a service cart.NTSB ERA23FA256Accident · 4 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 560 · Montebello, VAPilot incapacitation due to loss of cabin pressure for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s and owner/operator’s decision to operate the airplane without supplemental oxygen.NTSB CEN23LA178Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAirbus Helicopters EC130 · Carta Valley, TXThe right rear-seat passenger’s improper judgement to release his restraint system and depart the helicopter while in a hover, which resulted in him sustaining serious injuries. Contributing to the accident was his impairment from effects of alcohol…NTSB ERA23LA212Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportGulfstream Aerospace GVII-G500 · Dulles, VAThe initiation of the takeoff while before the flight attendant had returned to her seat, which resulted in a serious injury during takeoff.NTSB ERA23LA135Accident · 1 fatalClass 2 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier BD-100-1A10 · Windsor Locks, CTThe flight crew’s failure to remove the right side pitot probe cover before flight, their decision to depart with a No-Go advisory message following an aborted takeoff, and their selection of the incorrect non-normal checklist in flight, which resulted in an…NTSB DCA23WA165OccurrenceClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 777 · Mediterranean Sea, NetherlandsNTSB DCA23WA135Accident · Serious injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Miyazaki, JapanNTSB WPR23LA078Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAirbus Helicopters EC 130 T2 · Boulder City, NVThe pilot’s failure to apply anti-torque pedal input in a sufficient, timely, and sustained manner while attempting to arrest a turn during a hover-taxi, which resulted in a loss of directional control. Contributing to the severity of the occupants’ injuries…NTSB DCA23WA041IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Agadir, MoroccoNTSB DCA22LA134Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 737-700 · Tacoma, WADuring cruise flight with no reported turbulence a passenger sustained a serious injury for an unknown reason.NTSB CEN22LA159Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAerostar International RXS-8 · Yutan, NEThe pilot’s improper brace during landing which resulted in a serious injury during the landing sequence.NTSB WPR22LA031Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBell 206L-3 · Covelo, CAA passenger’s unsecured object departed the cabin resulted in a collision with the tail rotor drive shaft.NTSB DCA21LA096Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier CL-600-2C10 · Los Angeles, CAthe improper retraction of the main cabin door, which resulted in the flight attendant falling when she opened the door at the destination.NTSB DCA21LA024Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier CL600 2C10 · Phoenix, AZThe flight attendant’s use of improper procedures when opening the main cabin door.NTSB DCA21WA001Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 787 · London, United KingdomNTSB GAA20WA146Incident · No injuriesClass 4 · ForeignChampion 8KCAB · Roskilde, DenmarkNTSB WPR20WA241Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationCessna 441 · Djugun, AustraliaThe government of Australia has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Cessna 441 airplane that occurred on July 22, 2020. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Australia's investigation under the provisions…NTSB DCA21WA016IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 787-800 · Mexico City, MexicoNTSB DCA20CA046Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBoeing 737 · Chicago, ILan abrupt stop during taxi to avoid a collision with another airplane, causing a flight attendant to fall.NTSB DCA19WA209Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 777 · Shannon, IrelandThe AAIB of the United Kingdom has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 777 airplane that occurred on August 24, 2019. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AAIB's investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex…NTSB GAA19CA469Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchempp Hirth Ventus 2A · Wurtsboro, NYThe pilot's failure to properly secure the glider’s canopy before flight, which resulted in it opening in flight and the pilot's inability to maintain an appropriate final approach path and altitude, which resulted in impact with a shipping container.NTSB DCA19CA153Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportAirbus A320 · Fort Lauderdale, FLA buildup of pressure in the coffee filter package resulting in the release of hot coffee and grounds when the pot locking lever was raised.NTSB DCA19CA137Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBoeing 737 · Fort Meyers, FLmissing attach screws on the aft galley oven, which allowed it to become dislodged landing, injuring a flight attendant.NTSB DCA19WA182Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · London, United KingdomThe AAIB of the United Kingdom has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 737 airplane that occurred on February 26, 2019. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AAIB's investigation under the provisions of ICAO…NTSB DCA19WA084Incident · Minor injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · Nurenburg, GermanyThe government of Germany has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a BOEING 737 airplane that occurred on February 10, 2019. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Germany's investigation under the provisions…NTSB DCA19CA090Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBoeing 787 · Pacific Ocean (Pacific Ocean)an inadvertent slip and fall that resulted in a serious injury.NTSB DCA19CA038Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBoeing 737 · Chicago, ILan object which fell from an overhead bin struck a flight attendant resulting in a serious injury.NTSB DCA19WA196Incident · Serious injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 777 · New Delhi, IndiaThe government of India has notified the NTSB of a serious incident involving a BOEING 777 airplane that occurred on October 15, 2018. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of India's investigation under the…NTSB DCA19CA006Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBoeing 737 · San Jose, CAA passenger falling while returning to her seat which resulted in a serious injury.NTSB DCA19CA005Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBoeing 737 · Nashville, TNflight attendant tripping over a passenger's knee that resulted in hot liquid splashing on the flight attendant.NTSB DCA18CA294Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportAirbus A321 · Dallas, TXa passenger leaving a bag in the aisle that the flight attendant tripped over.NTSB DCA18CA299Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 757 · Newark, NJthe catering cart striking the flight attendant's foot.NTSB CEN18LA309Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCameron A 250 · Hartsel, COThe passengers’ fall from the basket after landing when the basket tipped over.NTSB DCA18CA209Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 737-8H4 · Phoenix, AZa passenger bumping into a flight attendant who was holding a hot liquid.NTSB DCA18CA219Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 787-9 · Harbin, Chinathe accidental tipping over of a beverage service cart, when there was no turbulence, which caused pots of hot water to burn two flight attendants.NTSB GAA18CA226Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportTextron G58 · Easton, MDThe pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB DCA18WA133Incident · Minor injuriesForeign investigationAirbus A330 · Sydney, AustraliaThe Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has notified the NTSB of an incident involving an amateur-built AIRBUS A330 airplane that occurred on February 01, 2018. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of…NTSB DCA18CA049Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportEmbraer S A ERJ170-200LR · Saint Louis, MOthe abrupt pitch up maneuver which caused the flight attendant to lose her balance and injure her ankle.NTSB DCA18WA047Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · Jauja, PeruThe Peruvian Board of Aviation Accidents Investigation (CIAA) has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 737, which occurred on November 20, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S Accredited Representative to assist under the provisions of ICAO Annex…NTSB DCA17CA217Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 737-8H4 · Sioux City, IAthe flight attendant accidentally pouring hot water on his hand which resulted in a 2nd degree burn.NTSB DCA17WA137Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 767 · Amsterdam, NetherlandsThe Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) of the United Kingdom has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 767, which occurred on March 19, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AAIB investigation under…NTSB DCA17CA087Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportAirbus A319 114 · Los Angeles, CAmalfunction of the parking brake electrical control valve that resulted in a sudden stop.NTSB GAA17CA155Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBalloon Works Firefly 7 · Statesville, NCThe student pilot’s decision to place one foot on the balloon basket and one foot on the floor during the landing, which resulted in a broken ankle.