# NTSB investigations: Loss of control in flight

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 WPR09FA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA200.md): Champion 7ECA · San Jose, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 2009 · N5174X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering within a canyon in mountainous terrain, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
- [NTSB ERA09CA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA255.md): Martin Edward H Fire Star II · Church Hill, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 18, 2009 · N582EF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed to avoid an aerodynamic stall during final approach.
- [NTSB ERA09FA248](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA248.md): Cessna 421B · Oakland Park, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 17, 2009 · N1935G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and secure the right engine during an emergency return to the airport after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was an in-flight fire of the right engine for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC09LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA034.md): Cessna 152 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 17, 2009 · N46326 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed to avoid an aerodynamic stall while maneuvering at a high density altitude.
- [NTSB CEN09CA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA251.md): Aviat A-1B · Great Bend, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 15, 2009 · N84DT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff in gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB WPR09LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA195.md): Sungkwon Kim LONG-EZE · Dunsmuir, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 14, 2009 · N342MS · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the forced landing.
- [NTSB WPR09CA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA194.md): Cessna 182A · Las Vegas, NV · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 14, 2009 · N4816D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind conditions while landing.
- [NTSB ERA09CA404](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA404.md): Cessna 172 · York, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 13, 2009 · N144ME · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR09FA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA192.md): Piper PA-24-250 · San Diego, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 11, 2009 · N7690P · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during an en route cruise descent through multiple cloud layers, resulting in an in-flight breakup.
- [NTSB ANC09LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA030.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Nunapitchuk, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 10, 2009 · N43551 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall during the landing approach.
- [NTSB WPR09CA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA191.md): Remos Gemini Remos · Jefferson, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 9, 2009 · N249SW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswinds conditions while approaching to land.
- [NTSB CEN09LA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA247.md): Cessna 182T · Stigler, OK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 9, 2009 · N1491D · Substantial damage
  > The loss of directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off with 40-degrees of flaps and with a tailwind.
- [NTSB ERA09WA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09WA237.md): Piper PA-34 · Valdivia, Chile · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Apr 6, 2009 · CC-CJK · Substantial damage
  > None.
- [NTSB WPR09LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA244.md): Hughes 369HS · Pacific Ocean (Pacific Ocean) · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 5, 2009 · N2058X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an object during takeoff from the deck of a fishing vessel.
- [NTSB ERA09LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA230.md): Champion 7HC · Centre, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2009 · N8560E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control during climb due to an improperly installed rudder pedal control tube.
- [NTSB ERA09LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA229.md): Gaynor Donald J RV6A · Englewood, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2009 · N88WG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's operation of the airplane while impaired (alcohol) and his decision to attempt aerobatic maneuvers at a low altitude resulting in the loss of aircraft control and subsequent collision with trees.
- [NTSB ANC09CA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA029.md): Maule M-4-210C · Chickaloon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 4, 2009 · N40684 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitably rough and snow-covered landing area.
- [NTSB WPR09FA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA176.md): Maule M-4-220C · Hungry Horse, MT · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2009 · N2007U · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper decision to continue flight into an area of reduced visibility and snow showers during cruise flight, which resulted in the pilot's spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB WPR09FA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA175.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Sherwood, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2009 · N9996D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in spatial disorientation and a loss of control.
- [NTSB WPR09CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA173.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 30, 2009 · N74815 · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student pilot during a hover demonstration and his subsequent loss of helicopter control that resulted in a dynamic rollover.
- [NTSB ERA09CA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA220.md): SIAI Marchetti SM-1019B · Dade City, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 29, 2009 · N273LH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during initial climb.
- [NTSB ERA09CA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA219.md): Parks Jerry R Lancair · Milton, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 28, 2009 · N320J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing.
- [NTSB ERA09FA215](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA215.md): Cessna 182Q · Lexington, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 2009 · N4871N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC09CA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA026.md): Cessna 170B · Dillingham, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 26, 2009 · N2989D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff and his failure to attain adequate airspeed to avoid an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off with the airplane over its maximum allowable gross weight.
- [NTSB WPR09CA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA183.md): Denny Aerocraft Kitfox III · Oakdale, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 25, 2009 · N392JJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB WPR09MA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09MA159.md): Pilatus PC-12/45 · Butte, MT · Accident · 14 fatal · Class 1 · Major · Final report · Mar 22, 2009 · N128CM · Substantial damage
  > (1) the pilot's failure to ensure that a fuel system icing inhibitor was added to the fuel before the flights on the day of the accident; (2) his failure to take appropriate remedial actions after a low fuel pressure state (resulting from icing within the…
- [NTSB WPR09FA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA158.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Corona, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 20, 2009 · N55962 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain airplane control during climb due to spatial disorientation while flying in instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent instrument flying experience.
- [NTSB ERA09CA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA207.md): Piper PA28-151 · Dover, DE · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 20, 2009 · N41568 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB WPR09LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA153.md): Howes RV-6 · Paulden, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 19, 2009 · N6383W · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of a leak from the inadequate weld repair of a high-pressure oil line. Also causal was the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering that resulted in a stall during an…
- [NTSB CEN09LA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA238.md): Evektor-Aerotechnik Sportstar Plus · Lakeville, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 17, 2009 · N906LA · Substantial damage
  > The instructor pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, and the student pilot’s unintentional interference with the instructor’s rudder pedal during the go-around. Contributing to the accident was the cockpit design which allowed…
- [NTSB ERA09LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA200.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Gaithersburg, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 2009 · N213CP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s spatial disorientation after the passenger door opened during flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to properly secure the door latch.
- [NTSB WPR09FA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA150.md): Piper PA28-236 · Pomona, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2009 · N129AB · Destroyed
  > The pilot's spatial disorientation while flying in instrument meteorological conditions that resulted in a loss of control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent instrument flying experience.
- [NTSB CEN09LA202](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA202.md): Hughes 269C · El Indio, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 11, 2009 · N64731 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while attempting to land on a transport trailer in heavy rain and gusting winds.
- [NTSB ERA09LA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA193.md): Burkholder Jimmy C Zodiac 601HD · Live Oak, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 10, 2009 · N601DE · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of control of the airplane for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA188.md): MXR Technologies MX2 · Dade City, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 9, 2009 · N262MX · Substantial damage
  > An in-flight loss of aircraft control for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB CEN09FA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA195.md): Grumman American Avn. AA-1B · Golden, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 9, 2009 · N9646L · Destroyed
  > The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's recent usage of alcohol and his subsequent impairment.
- [NTSB ERA09FA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA185.md): Cessna 182P · Carrollton, GA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 8, 2009 · N1913M · Destroyed
  > The pilot's decision to continue visual flight rules flight into an area of reduced visibility weather conditions, which resulted in disorientation and subsequent loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB WPR09LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA144.md): MD Helicopter 369D · Trona, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 7, 2009 · N501EF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control while landing in a high density altitude environment due to a loss of tail rotor effectiveness.
- [NTSB ERA09LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA189.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Montauk, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 7, 2009 · N574PG · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the instructor's delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB CEN09LA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA190.md): Piper PA-18A · Wood Lake, NE · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 4, 2009 · N3352B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB CEN09CA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA186.md): Beech A36 · Athens, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 4, 2009 · N5470V · Substantial damage
  > The non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain control during his unauthorized use of the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR09FA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA141.md): Stephenson Zodiac 601 XL · Antelope Island, UT · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 3, 2009 · N3683X · Substantial damage
  > The in-flight failure of both wings due to aileron flutter. The aileron flutter was the result of inadequate wing stiffness and the lack of aileron counterbalances.
- [NTSB WPR09FA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA133.md): Mooney M20E · Rio Linda, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 28, 2009 · N3463X · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering during the initial climb, which resulted in a stall/spin.
- [NTSB CEN09FA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA178.md): Cessna 182M · Albany, LA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 28, 2009 · N91593 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation after an encounter with marginal VMC and/or instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to attempt the flight with the preflight…
- [NTSB WPR09LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA130.md): Toland S/Thornburgh J Twin 503SL · Torrance, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 27, 2009 · N426MT · Substantial damage
  > The passenger’s inadvertent activation of the engine throttle.
- [NTSB WPR09CA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA131.md): Cessna TR182 · Amargosa Valley, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 27, 2009 · N2518S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and runway alignment.
- [NTSB ERA09LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA173.md): Hughes 369F · Moyock, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 24, 2009 · N5205C · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's failure to verify that the helicopter's skid was clear of an obstruction while demonstrating a one-skid and toe-in landing maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's decision to practice this maneuver at an…
- [NTSB CEN09WA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09WA174.md): Cirrus Design SR 22 · Itzehoe, Germany · Accident · 4 fatal · Class 5 · Foreign · Feb 24, 2009 · D-EPDK · Destroyed
  > On February 24, 2009, at 1600 coordinated universal time, a Cirrus Design Corporation SR22, German registered D-EPDK, was destroyed when it impacted terrain under unknown circumstances near Itzehoe Germany. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the…
- [NTSB CEN09LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA183.md): Cessna 182 · Kelleys Island, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 2009 · N3710D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing in gusty winds due to inadequate aileron cable tension.
- [NTSB ERA09FA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA169.md): Cirrus Design SR20 · Deltona, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 17, 2009 · N493DA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot receiving instruction's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision and both pilots'…

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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" = '240' 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
```

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