Final NTSB investigations
195 cases where the defining event was Fire/smoke (non-impact).
Cases per year
| 2008 | 10 |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 4 |
Where
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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.\"completionStatus\" = 'Completed'
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT e.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e.\"isDefiningEvent\" AND e.\"tier2Number\" = '150')
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."completionStatus" = 'Completed' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT e.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e."isDefiningEvent" AND e."tier2Number" = '150') 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 CEN25LA352Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportGlasair GlaStar · Hearne, TXThe inflight engine compartment fire for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB ERA25LA259Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportRobbins C/Robbins J Rotorway Exec 162F · Towanda, PAAn in-flight fire for reasons that could not be determined due to the extent of fire damage.NTSB ERA25LA242Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Nahunta, GAThe pilot’s decision to fly an unairworthy airplane, which resulted in fire due to an unsecured carburetor bowl drain plug.NTSB CEN25LA090Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportRutan Long-EZ · Sparta, ILAn onboard fire for unknown reasons.NTSB ERA25LA007Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportNorth American Navion · Rutherfordton, NCAn in-flight fire, the origin of which could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB ERA24FA338Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 750 · Jamestown, NYAn in-flight fire and electrical failure for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in the flight crew’s inability to maintain stabilized flight and a subsequent loss of control during landing.NTSB CEN24LA308Incident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus Design SR22T · Tulsa, OKThe mechanic’s improper installation of the alternator wiring connections, which resulted in electrical arcing and thermal damage to the airplane.NTSB ERA24LA302Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-32RT-300T · Myerstown, PAThe failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure a B-nut on the No. 5 cylinder fuel injector line, resulting in a fuel leak and engine fire.NTSB ERA24LA289Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172 · Lewiston Woodville, NCThe obstruction of the engine’s cooling system by foreign object debris (residential-type insulation), which resulted in smoke, an elevated oil temperature, and a subsequent off-airport landing on unsuitable terrain.NTSB CEN24LA147Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBellanca 7KCAB · Bluff Dale, TXAn engine compartment fire for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive thermal damage.NTSB ERA24LA144Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportGlasair Sportsman 2+2 · Fort Meade, FLThe pilot’s inadequate inspection of the airplane following an inflight smoke event, which result in separation of the exhaust pipe and hot exhaust igniting the engine cowling, and a subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB ERA24FA104Accident · 3 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech V35 · Clearwater, FLAn in-flight engine compartment fire due to a partially loose flexible fuel hose b-nut at the fuel metering unit. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the pilot’s inability to visually identify the destination airport at night, which prolonged the…NTSB DCA24LA079Incident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 747-87UF · Miami, FLMaintenance personnel’s improper installation and inspection of the port M borescope plug, which resulted in an engine fire.NTSB WPR24LA030Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportArrow Falcon Exporters UH-1H · Firebaugh, CAAn on-ground fuel fire for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive thermal damage.NTSB ENG24FA003Incident · No injuriesClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBoeing 767-300F · Memphis, TNA high-pressure fuel leak from a gap in the bolted flange interface between the main fuel pump’s fuel crossover supply tube and the hydromechanical unit idler adapter pad, which resulted in the crossover tube flange bolts partially pulling out and allowing…NTSB DCA23LA468Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 737-9 · Denver, COOverheated brakes due to the extended taxi at a higher power setting in an attempt to burn off fuel to achieve the proper takeoff weight that resulted in a wheel fire during takeoff.NTSB CEN23LA411Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportRans S6 · LIberty, MOThe inflight fire and impact with terrain for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive fire damage.NTSB ERA23FA352Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportEurocopter EC135 · Pompano Beach, FLAn inflight fire outside of the engine firewalls, likely from overheating of the No. 1 engine for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a partial tailboom separation.NTSB ERA23LA347Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA28 · Knoxville, TNAn in-flight fire that resulted from an inadequate 100-hr inspection, which failed to detect and correct improper electrical cable routing in the engine compartment.NTSB CEN23LA294Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPipistrel Lsa S R L Alpha Trainer · Lee's Summit, MOAn engine fire after landing for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB ENG23LA031Incident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 737-9 · Newark, NJA No. 1 (left) engine fire due a fuel leak that originated from the fuel nozzle 17 b-nut connection that was not properly torqued in accordance with the aircraft maintenance manual procedure.NTSB CEN23LA194Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBeech 35-C33A · Indianola, MSAn in-flight fire for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR23FA185Accident · 3 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportGates Lear Jet 36A · San Clemente Island, CAThe pilots’ loss of airplane control following a catastrophic fire that started on the left side of the aft equipment bay (tail cone). The fire likely initiated from a leak from the left fuel motive flow line due to a b-nut that loosened for reasons that…NTSB WPR23LA176Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAkroTech Giles G-202 · Santa Barbara, CAA fire that resulted from venting fuel coming into contact with hot exhaust surfaces or exhaust gases. Contributing to the fire was the design and location of the main tank fuel vent.NTSB ERA23FA137Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Lindenhurst, NYAn in-flight fire due to a compromised oil pressure line fitting, which resulted in a collision with terrain during a subsequent emergency landing.NTSB CEN23LA099Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-160 · Eau Claire, WIThe engine fire that began for undetermined reasons following numerous engine start attempts.NTSB ERA23LA118Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA28 · Raleigh/Durham, NCThe pilot's flooding the engine with fuel during a cold engine start, which resulted in an engine fire.NTSB CEN23FA079Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA-32-301T · Kingfisher, OKAn oil leak of undetermined origin that resulted in an in-flight engine compartment fire and subsequent loss of airplane control.NTSB ERA23LA100Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportFoutz Robert V Cozy Mark IV · Dublin, VAA fire of undetermined origin during an attempted engine restart while taxiing.NTSB WPR23FA044Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportGallagher XLT-RG · Banning, CAAn inflight engine fire for reasons that could not be determined that resulted in impact with terrain.NTSB ERA23LA065Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Manassas, VAAn engine fire caused by chafing and subsequent electrical arcing of the alternator wire near a fuel source.NTSB WPR22LA219Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna TR182 · Davis, CAAn in-flight fire during the initial takeoff climb for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB ERA22LA224Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT-301 · Somerville, TNThe inadequate inspection and maintenance of the engine exhaust system, which resulted in an in-flight fire.NTSB ENG22LA020IncidentClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier BD-700-2A12 · West Palm Beach, FLAn in-flight engine fire resulted from a fuel leak from fuel nozzle No. 16 pigtail-to-fuel manifold b-nut connection that contacted hot engine parts and ignited. Contributing to the manifold fuel leak was the misalignment between fuel manifold female ferrule…NTSB ENG22LA049IncidentClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier Global 7500 · Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaAn in-flight engine fire resulted from a fuel leak from fuel nozzle No. 18 pigtail-to-fuel manifold b-nut connection that contacted hot engine parts and ignited. Contributing to the manifold fuel leak was the misalignment between fuel manifold female ferrule…NTSB CEN22LA122Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBell 206 · Eldorado, ILOverheating of two lithium batteries in the paramedic’s flight suit pocket resulting in an explosion and fire that seriously injured the paramedic as the helicopter was about to take off.NTSB ANC22LA007Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 207A · Bethel, AKThe improper installation of an avionics wire harness over a fuel line, which resulted in chafing of the wire harness, arcing, and a subsequent fire.NTSB ERA21LA309Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportEnstrom 280 · Colchester, VTAn in-flight fire originating in the engine compartment near the turbocharger from a source that could not be determined, which resulted in a loss of engine power and led to an autorotation and a hard landing.NTSB CEN21LA211Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Spring, TXAn engine fire that resulted from a fuel leak into the carburetor air box due to the electric fuel pump over-pressurizing the carburetor needle/seat assembly. Contributing to the severity of the fire was the flight instructor’s failure to turn off the…NTSB ENG21LA023IncidentClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier CL-600-2C10 · North Canton, OHMoisture ingression thru the window humpseal coming into contact with the terminal block braid wires.NTSB ERA21LA211Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Burlington, VTA fire that originated in the right main landing gear brake assembly for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN21LA129Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportColumbia Aircraft Mfg LC42-550FG · Larned, KSThe pilot’s failure to allow sufficient time for the brakes to cool after a previous aborted takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion during a second aborted takeoff due to degraded braking performance. Contributing to the accident was the contact of the hot…NTSB ENG21LA013IncidentClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 767-338 · Ontario, CAThe fatigue fracture and liberation of two airfoils from a low pressure turbine stage 5 nozzle segment that impacted and damaged the downstream low pressure stage 5 blades creating an initial imbalance load in the engine’s low pressure turbine rotor…NTSB ERA21LA099Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportDiamond DA 40 · Portsmouth, NHThe instructor’s multiple applications of the airplane’s brakes during high-speed taxi over a short duration, which overheated and ignited the right main landing gear wheel brake assembly.NTSB CEN20LA336Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Osage Beach, MOAn in-flight fire and subsequent loss of airplane control shortly after takeoff. The source of the in-flight fire or the reason for the loss of airplane control could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB ERA20LA285Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportLake LA4 · West Palm Beach, FLAn on-ground engine fire, the source of which could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB ENG20LA043Incident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBombardier CL-600-2D24 · Charlotte, NCThe windshield failed due to arcing from an inadequate solder connection at the anti-ice power terminal block.NTSB WPR20LA228Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportMd Helicopter 600 · San Andreas, CAThe failure of the output shaft of the overrunning clutch inner race due to frictional overheating of the shaft, which resulted from the failure of the output bearing’s stainless-steel grease seal.NTSB CEN20LA208Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA32 · Fargo, NDFailure of the engine driven fuel pump which led to a fuel leak and subsequent fire in the engine compartment.NTSB CEN20LA058Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA46 · Bandera, TXThe in-flight electrical fire, which resulted in smoke in the cabin and an emergency landing. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for the emergency landing.