# NTSB investigations: Controlled flight into terr/obj (CFIT)

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 CEN11FA666](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA666.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Curren, MI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 2011 · N8324F · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into trees and the ground. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment from multiple drugs.
- [NTSB ANC11FA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11FA107.md): Dehavilland DHC-3T · Kodiak, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 2011 · N361TT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree during a low altitude maneuver and his failure to maintain control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s use of over-the-counter sedating medications.
- [NTSB CEN11FA663](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA663.md): Thorp T-18 · Plainwell, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 2011 · N54WB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain clearance from a semitrailer along the approach path.
- [NTSB WPR11LA461](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA461.md): Bunker RLV-1 · Wells, NV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 2011 · N49S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate in-flight planning.
- [NTSB ERA11WA499](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11WA499.md): Beech 99 · Cap Haitien, Haiti · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 20, 2011 · HH-APA · Substantial damage
  > On September 20, 2011, at 2130 universal coordinated time, a Hawker Beechcraft BE-99A, registered in Haiti as HH-APA, was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain while on approach to the Cap Haitien International Airport (MTCH), Cap Haitien, Haiti. The…
- [NTSB WPR11WA475](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11WA475.md): Cessna 208B · Wamean, West Papua, Indonesia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 9, 2011 · PK-VVE · Substantial damage
  > On September 9, 2011, at 1223 local time (0323 UTC) a Cessna 208B, Indonesia registry PK-VVE, collided with mountainous terrain 8 nautical miles north east of Wamena Airport, Wamena, West Papau, Indonesia. The aircraft was operated by Susi Air under the…
- [NTSB WPR11CA442](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA442.md): Air Creation Tanarg · Corvallis, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2011 · N5628K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle while taking off with a gusting crosswind.
- [NTSB WPR11WA484](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11WA484.md): Aerospatiale AS350 · Rockhampton, Australia, Australia · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Sep 8, 2011 · VH-RDU · Substantial damage
  > On September 8, 2011, at 0203 universal coordinated time, an Aerospatiale Industries AS-350BA, VH-RDU, collided with the terrain near Rockhampton, Australia. The helicopter was substantially damaged. Of the three occupants on board, two were fatally injured…
- [NTSB DCA11RA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA11RA098.md): M7Aero SW3 · Trinidad, Bolivia · Accident · 8 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 6, 2011 · CP2548 · Substantial damage
  > On September 6, 2011, an Aerocon Swearingen SA-227 Metroliner, registration CP-2548 performing flight A4-238 from Santa Cruz to Trinidad (Bolivia) with 7 passengers and 2 crew, was on approach to Trinidad when radio contact was lost. The airplane was located…
- [NTSB WPR11FA430](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA430.md): Cessna P210 · Tehachapi, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2011 · N7WJ · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s intentional low-altitude maneuvering and failure to maintain clearance from terrain due to distraction.
- [NTSB ANC11CA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA092.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Deadhorse, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2011 · N83283 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions.
- [NTSB WPR11WA438](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11WA438.md): Robinson R44 · Plutonic Aero., Australia, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 3, 2011 · VH-HCA · Substantial damage
  > On September 3, 2011, at 0330 universal coordinated time, a Robinson R44, Australia registry VH-HCA, collided with terrain while maneuvering near Plutonic Aerodrome, Australia. The helicopter was operated by Wieland Helicopter Company under the pertinent…
- [NTSB ERA11FA480](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA480.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Provincetown, MA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2011 · N6249C · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from trees and terrain during the initial climb. Contributing was spatial disorientation due to a vestibular illusion and the pilot’s likely impairment due to alcohol consumption.
- [NTSB WPR11CA398](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA398.md): Bell 47G-4 · Los Banos, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 21, 2011 · N948DS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power poles while maneuvering during low-altitude operations.
- [NTSB ERA11FA467](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA467.md): Cessna 172M · Titusville, PA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 2011 · N13126 · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's improper decision to attempt a visual descent into instrument meteorological conditions while approaching the destination airport, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and terrain.
- [NTSB WPR11CA397](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA397.md): Cessna 170B · Jefferson, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 19, 2011 · N2789D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power transmission lines during the landing approach into the sun.
- [NTSB WPR11FA381](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA381.md): Beech A36 · Lander, WY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 2011 · N324AT · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB ANC11FA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11FA077.md): Cessna 207 · McGrath, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 2011 · N91099 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an in-flight collision with mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB ERA11CA450](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA450.md): Cessna 172M · Elkins, WV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 13, 2011 · N5399Q · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's unfamiliarity with the geographic area, resulting in controlled flight into terrain.
- [NTSB WPR11LA375](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA375.md): Air Tractor AT-602 · Willcox, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 2011 · N5123L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tower while maneuvering at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the recent installation of the unmarked tower.
- [NTSB ERA11IA436](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11IA436.md): Bell 206 · Relience, TN · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 2011 · N484AE · Minor damage
  > Inadvertent contact with wires due to the lack of visual cues regarding their presence and the low angle of the sun, which was directly in the takeoff path.
- [NTSB WPR11FA354](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA354.md): Cirrus SR20 · Fredonia, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 2011 · N365DP · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilots’ loss of situational awareness during a dark night flight over a remote area, which resulted in their failure to maintain an altitude sufficient to ensure adequate terrain clearnance. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB CEN11WA592](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11WA592.md): Socata TB10 · Kufstein, Austria · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 30, 2011 · PH-RCV · Substantial damage
  > Under the jurisdiction and control of the Austrian government.
- [NTSB ERA11LA424](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA424.md): Air Tractor AT-602 · Drew, MS · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 2011 · N8525L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to conduct a visual flight rules aerial application flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an in flight collision with the ground while maneuvering.
- [NTSB ERA11FA422](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA422.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Berne, NY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 2011 · N1279T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees and rising terrain while attempting to reverse course. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to obtain a preflight weather…
- [NTSB ANC11FA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11FA069.md): Cessna 182P · Juneau, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2011 · N7304S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an in-flight collision with mountainous terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's self-induced pressure to reach his destination.
- [NTSB CEN11CA492](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA492.md): Cessna 182S · Meeker, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 19, 2011 · N314FR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent flight into a downdraft, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees.
- [NTSB ERA11WA439](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11WA439.md): Robinson R-44 · Istok, Russia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 9, 2011 · RA-04304 · Substantial damage
  > On July 9, 2011, at 1900 universal coordinated time, a Robinson R-44, Russian registration RA-04304, registered to and operated by a private owner, collided with the Yenisei River, near Istok, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia, during a repositioning flight at…
- [NTSB WPR11FA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA319.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Verlot, WA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 2011 · N8721C · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into clouds and his failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering in an area of reduced visibility, low clouds, and mountain obscuration.
- [NTSB WPR11LA315](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA315.md): Beech V35B · Oljato, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 2011 · N1735W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to follow the airplane manufacturer’s mixture setting guidance while landing in high density altitude conditions.
- [NTSB WPR11LA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA306.md): Grumman American Avn. AA-5 · Yacoit, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2011 · N1334R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain.
- [NTSB CEN11LA456](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA456.md): Condor Southern Powered Parach Raptor · Weyauwega, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2011 · N6012H · Minor damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient altitude to clear power lines during flight.
- [NTSB CEN11CA439](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA439.md): Barker A E B-2 · Sisterdale, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 30, 2011 · N6917 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles.
- [NTSB ERA11CA365](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA365.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Bridgeport, CT · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 26, 2011 · N600DK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a blast fence on final approach to land.
- [NTSB ERA11WA368](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11WA368.md): Cirrus SR20 · Cairo Montenotte, Italy · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jun 23, 2011 · LX-MPR · Substantial damage
  > On June 23, 2011, about 1000 UTC, a Cirrus SR20, Luxembourg registration LX-MPR, operated by a private individual, collided with mountainous terrain near Cairo Montenotte, Italy. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed in the area at the time and…
- [NTSB CEN11LA457](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA457.md): Beech B36TC · Akron, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2011 · N93PP · Substantial damage
  > The mixture control cable disconnected from the cable housing attach clamp, which resutlted in the pilot's inability to add power when needed.
- [NTSB WPR11LA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA278.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Blackfoot, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 2011 · N1515P · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR11FA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA268.md): Trusty Thorp T-18 · Tehachapi, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2011 · N851LT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain during cruise flight, which resulted from his impairment or incapacitation due to multiple medical conditions and sedating medication.
- [NTSB ERA11FA349](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA349.md): Cessna T210N · Armonk, NY · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 2011 · N210KW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to depart on the flight with a suspected mechanical deficiency and his subsequent decision to fly the final approach at a reduced power setting. Contributing to the accident was the improper timing of the magneto(s) that resulted in a…
- [NTSB CEN11WA407](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11WA407.md): Piper PA-39 · Mont Agel, France · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jun 17, 2011 · G-AYZE · Destroyed
  > Under the jurisdiction and control of the French government.
- [NTSB CEN11LA484](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA484.md): Schweizer G-164B · Cash, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 2011 · N3629C · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA11FA321](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA321.md): Beech V35 · Ellijay, GA · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 30, 2011 · N29MW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain while maneuvering in a mountainous area.
- [NTSB WPR11FA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA241.md): Cessna R172K · Cold Springs, NV · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 29, 2011 · N9831V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a controlled collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA11WA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11WA308.md): Bell 206L-3 · Norte de Santander, Colombia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · May 23, 2011 · HK4448 · Destroyed
  > On May 23, 2011, about 2105 Universal Coordinated Time (UTC), a Bell 206L-3, Columbian registration HK4448, operated by Aviheco S.A., was destroyed following a collision with terrain near Norte de Santander, Columbia. The local flight originated in Bogota.…
- [NTSB WPR11LA233](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11LA233.md): Palmer RV6A · Cody, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 21, 2011 · N52VC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient altitude to avoid rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s visual illusion and disorientation due to the flat light conditions.
- [NTSB ERA11CA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA309.md): Beech A23 · Greene, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 21, 2011 · N3548R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue a visual approach with low visibility and in heavy rain and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from trees.
- [NTSB CEN11FA347](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA347.md): Beech F33A · Taos, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 20, 2011 · N1533Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in loss of situational awareness, and a possible encounter with icing conditions.
- [NTSB WPR11FA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA230.md): Cameron Lancair Legacy · Pioneer, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 18, 2011 · N121J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions at an insufficient altitude to clear terrain.
- [NTSB WPR11WA482](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11WA482.md): Robinson R22 · Julia Creek, Australia, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · May 9, 2011 · VH-DSD · Substantial damage
  > On May 9, 2011, at 0440 universal coordinated time, a Robinson R-22, Australian registry VH-DSD, operated by Versatile Helicopter Services, impacted terrain during a mustering operation near Julia Creek, Australia. The helicopter was substantially damaged and…
- [NTSB WPR11FA221](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA221.md): Air Tractor AT-802A · Miles City, MT · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 9, 2011 · N8523H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued visual flight rules flight into deteriorating weather conditions in an airplane not equipped for instrument flight, which resulted in a collision with terrain.

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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 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" = '120' 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
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb-events/120/sequence?page=17

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