NTSB investigations, 2008
53 cases where the sequence of events included Ground collision.
Cases per year
| 2008 | 53 |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2025 | 47 |
| 2026 | 30 |
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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 2008
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s.\"tier2Number\" = '200' 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 year(c."eventDate") = 2008 AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s."tier2Number" = '200' 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 WPR09CA093Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportStemme S-10 · San Jose, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle during taxi.NTSB ERA09CA117Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech G35 · Chattanooga, TNThe pilot's failure to see and avoid the marked helicopter dolly. Contributing to the accident were the dark night conditions.NTSB WPR09FA068Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBoeing 757-351 · Seattle, WAThe failure of the tug operator and wing walker of the other airplane to maintain clearance with this aircraft during the pushback process in dark night. Also causal was the ramp controller's misinterpretation of the other airplane's gate location and her…NTSB CEN09LA107Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150F · Palenstine, TXThe failure of the pilot to ensure security of the cockpit switches before rotating the propeller.NTSB DCA09FA022Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-9-83 · Los Angeles Intl Airport, CAThe first officer's unannounced advancement of the left engine throttle, which led to a sustained application of high thrust that caused the airplane to impact the tug.NTSB CEN09LA114Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 747-212B · Rockford, ILThe ground crew's failure to maintain clearance from the light pole while directing the airplane to parking.NTSB ANC09CA014Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Willow, AKA partial loss of engine power during takeoff, which prevented the airplane from reaching takeoff airspeed, resulting in an aborted takeoff, and an on-ground collision with a tree.NTSB ERA09CA095Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech C23 · Panacea, FLA loss of engine power due to a failure of the mixture control cable housing attachment.NTSB ERA09LA081Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMerrell Stephen F1 Rocket · Sebastian, FLA loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's incorrect positioning of the fuel selector valve.NTSB ERA09CA086Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Linden, NJThe unknown pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the taxiway sign.NTSB CEN09CA077Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-15 · Pleasanton, TXThe pilot's failure to adequately secure the airplane while hand-starting the engine.NTSB ERA09CA122Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDassault-Breguet Falcon 50 · Asheville, NCThe pilot's failure to ensure that the airplane's wheels were properly secured before releasing the parking brake.NTSB DCA09FA011Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportBombardier CL-600-2B19 · Detroit, MIThe lack of vigilance on the part of the ramp agent driving the baggage tug. Contributing factors include the night conditions, and low visibility due to fog and rain.NTSB WPR09LA036Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 680 · Los Angeles, CAFailure of the ground service vehicle driver to maintain adequate clearance/distance from the taxiing airplane.NTSB WPR09IA033Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-700 · Salt Lake City, UTThe tug driver's failure to maintain situational awareness during the push back operation.NTSB ERA09LA057Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCampbell Earl S JR RV-6A · Cambridge, MDThe failure of the RV-6A's right brake assembly o-ring due to excessive heat.NTSB WPR09LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHolm Michael J Kitfox IV 1200 · Glendale, AZThe Kitfox's pilot's failure to ascertain if the intersection he approached was clear of conflicting traffic and the controller's failure to provide pertinent traffic advisories to both pilots. Contributing to the accident was the reduced visibility from the…NTSB WPR09CA017Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper L-4 · Buckeye, AZAnother airplanes total loss of wheel brakes while taxing which resulted in the pilot of the other aircraft colliding with a standing aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the other airplanes low brake hydraulic fluid.NTSB CEN09CA029Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Van Wert, OHThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while taxiing on the wet grass.NTSB CEN09CA017Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Delphi, INThe student pilot's failure to maintain separation from a hangar building while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the hangar building.NTSB ANC09TA005Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna A185F · Kenai, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from high vegetation while taxiing after landing.NTSB ANC09LA004Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 208B · Bethel, AKThe failure of both pilots to maintain adequate clearance/distance from each other at the taxiway intersection to avoid a collision. Contributing to the accident was a lack of clear and concise instruction to either airplane by the ground controller to…NTSB DEN08LA151Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 1900D · St. Louis, MOThe ground crew's failure to ensure airplane clearance from the building while parking the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the flight crew's unprofessional behavior and the lack of marshaling procedures for the ground crew.NTSB CHI08CA265Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · New Ulm, MNThe failure of airport personnel to correct a hazardous condition on the airport. A factor was the uncovered manhole.NTSB CHI08CA298Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportLake LA-4 · Algonac, MIThe amphibious airplane's collision with submerged debris during taxi for takeoff, and the resulting damage to the hull.NTSB LAX08CA282Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing BV234 · Burns, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles while taxiing.NTSB ANC08LA106Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207A · Bethel, AKThe pilot of the other airplane's excessive taxi speed while taxiing to the runway, and his failure to see the stopped airplane ahead of him in time to avoid a collision.NTSB NYC08FA265Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 550 · Reading, PAThe air traffic controller’s failure to properly monitor the runway environment. Contributing to the accident was the tractor operator’s failure to scan the active runway prior to crossing, and the Federal Aviation Administration’s inadequate emphasis on…NTSB LAX08LA235Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportExtra Flugzeugproduktions-und EA 300/L · San Jose, CAThe pilot of the other airplane's inadequate visual lookout and failure to maintain clearance from another airplane.NTSB MIA08CA148Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDiamond DA20-C1 · Norfolk, VAThe flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student pilot while taxiing for takeoff. A factor contributing to the accident was the student pilot's failure to maintain a visual lookout.NTSB ANC08CA086Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-32-301 · Pilot Point, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.NTSB LAX08LA217Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLancair LC41-550FG · Hailey, IDThe loss of directional control while taxiing due to the failure of the right brake.NTSB DEN08CA115Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-236 · Osage Beach, MOThe pilot failed to maintain separation from the parked airplanes while taxiing at an excessive speed for the conditions. Contributing to the accident was the airport personnel's decision to park the airplanes in close proximity to the taxiway.NTSB CHI08CA161Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Cincinnati, OHThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a building during taxi. A factor was the building.NTSB NYC08LA207Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Pawtucket, RIBoth pilots' failure to see and avoid the other airplane. Contributing to the accident was the air traffic controllers failure to notify either pilot of the potential conflict.NTSB ANC08CA073Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 510 · Norfork, VAThe tractor tug driver's failure to maintain clearance with the parked airplane.NTSB DFW08CA154Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · San Antonio, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object while taxiing. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's diverted attention and a vehicle.NTSB LAX08LA146Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P206A · Hollister, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain physical clearance from the other airplane while taxiing.NTSB DFW08LA144Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-3 · Roanoke, TXThe departing pilot's inadequate visual lookout resulting in his airplane colliding with the landing airplane. Contributing to the accident was the trees/visual obstructions along the runway's approach path.NTSB ANC08CA048Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Anchorge, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a road sign while taxiing from landing.NTSB DFW08LA118Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportVickers Spitfire · Galveston, TXThe Hurricane pilot's failure to maintain directional control during roll-out. Contributing factors were the restricted forward visibility of the tail-wheel equipped Spitfire, the lack of communication to the other aircraft following the Hurricane, and the…NTSB SEA08CA115Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Twisp, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a ground obstacle while taxiing.NTSB MIA08CA074Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 525B · Stuart, FLThe flight crew's failure to reset the brakes circuit breaker resulting in a loss of brakes during taxi and an on ground collision with an unoccupied parked airplane.NTSB MIA08FA070Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportUlrich Christen Velocity XL RG · Titusville, FLThe pilot of the Velocity’s failure to see and avoid the flight of four RV-8s that had landed and were in the process of clearing the runway.NTSB DFW08IA074Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-7H4 · Dallas, TXThe failure of the taxiing flight crew to maintain an adequate clearance from the stationary airplane.NTSB DCA08CA041Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportEmbraer ERJ170 · Washington, DCInadequate ground separation maintained by the pilot of the Embraer E170.NTSB CHI08CA081Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 425 · Cahokia, ILThe pilot not maintaining clearance from the runway sign during taxi for takeoff. A factor contributing to the accident was an icy taxiway.NTSB DFW08CA070Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172S · Jenks, OKThe owner of the parking surface's failure to ensure that the parking surface was clear of hazards to taxiing airplanes and the pilot's failure to ensure a safe taxi route in unfamiliar surroundings.NTSB NYC08LA091Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNorth American Rockwell NA-265-80 · Ft. Lauderdale, FLThe depletion of pressure in the normal hydraulic system for an undetermined reason, and the pilots' failure to properly operate the emergency braking system. Contributing to the accident was an inoperative hydraulic system aural warning.NTSB NYC08CA089Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 210G · Bessemer, ALThe pilot's failure to properly secure the airplane before attempting to hand-prop the engine.