NTSB investigations, CO
183 cases where the sequence of events included Loss of control in flight.
Cases per year
| 2008 | 20 |
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| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Where
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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.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'CO' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND 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"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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'CO' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' AND 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
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 CEN26LA300Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna T206H · Marble, COThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the final approach in variable and gusting wind conditions. Contributing to the accident were localized wind effects associated with mountainous terrain and with nearby convective activity.NTSB CEN26LA254Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedPreliminary reportTag Aviation PTY Titanium Explorer · Larkspur, COOn July 13, 2026, about 800 mountain daylight time, a Tag Aviation Pty Ltd Titanium Explorer gyrocopter, N665TE was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Larkspur, Colorado. The pilot passed away in the hospital five days after the…NTSB CEN26FA247Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportKaman Aerospace K-1200 · Silver Jack Reservoir, COOn July 12, 2026, about 1705 mountain daylight time, a Kaman Aerospace Corporation K-1200 (K-MAX) helicopter, N40HX, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident at Silver Jack Reservoir, Colorado. The pilot was fatally injured. The…NTSB ANC26LA052Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedInvestigation openTimothy G Tarris Early Bird Jenny · Lamar, CONTSB ANC26LA027Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172P · Centennial, COThe student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the flare which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and aerodynamic stall at a low altitude and loss of airplane control.NTSB CEN26FA023Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportJMB VL-3LSA-912 · Erie, COOn October 19, 2025, about 1531 mountain daylight time, a JMB Aircraft VL-3LSA-912, N594TT, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Erie, Colorado. The pilot receiving instruction and the flight instructor were fatally injured. The…NTSB CEN25FA366Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportBeech P35 · Englewood, COOn September 5, 2025, about 0623 mountain daylight time, a Beech P35 airplane, N463T, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Englewood, Colorado. The pilot receiving instruction and flight instructor were both fatally injured. The airplane was…NTSB CEN25LA334Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportKaman Aerospace K-1200 · Eagle, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain helicopter control which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and impact with terrain.NTSB CEN25LA251Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportScott Vincin Just Acft Highlander · Mancos, COThe airplane’s reduced climb performance during takeoff in mountainous terrain, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to climb and impact with terrain.NTSB CEN25FA178Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportBeech 95-B55 (T42A) · Broomfield, COOn May 17, 2025, about 1003 mountain daylight time, a Beechcraft 95-B55, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Broomfield, Colorado. The pilot and pilot-rated passenger sustained fatal injuries. The flight was being operated as a Title 14…NTSB CEN25LA088Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172S · Air Force Academy, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during final approach after encountering an unexpected windshear.NTSB CEN24LA373Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Delta, COThe pilot’s loss of aircraft control during a bounced landing and go-around, during which the right main landing gear struck a large rock, which damaged it such that it collapsed during the following landing, which caused the airplane to impact the ground…NTSB CEN24FA228Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 421 · Steamboat Springs, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed following a loss of engine power, which resulted in an inadvertent aerodynamic stall/spin at low altitude.NTSB CEN24LA198Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBrant T Phillips Super Cub EXP · Franktown, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during final approach and attempted go-around after encountering a sudden windshear.NTSB CEN24LA133Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-33A · Falcon, COThe flight instructor’s failure to maintain control during takeoff which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and an impact with terrain.NTSB CEN23FA391Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportSchleicher Alexander ASH 26 E · Wellington, COThe pilot’s loss of glider control during approach for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at an altitude too low for recovery.NTSB CEN23FA285Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA-60-601P · Burlington, COThe pilot’s visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control in flight and subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB CEN23FA174Accident · 4 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPool Cessna R172 · Victor, COThe pilot’s failure to follow established mountain flying guidance, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with trees and mountainous terrain. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s reduced climb performance at the elevated density altitude…NTSB CEN23LA082Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182R · Las Animas, COThe student pilot’s loss of control during approach for landing and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the approach and delay in ensuring a go-around was performed at the onset of a stall warning.NTSB CEN23LA032Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportMulholland Robert A Vans RV-7 · Englewood, COAn encounter with windshear during the initial climb after takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to takeoff with a tailwind.NTSB CEN23LA017Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Loveland, COThe pilot’s loss of control after encountering windshear while landing in a strong, gusting crosswind. Contributing was pilot’s decision to continue the landing with a 90-degree crosswind at 30 knots.NTSB CEN23LA013Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPober Pixie · Sterling, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain control during the takeoff with strong gusty surface wind.NTSB CEN22LA390Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAero Commander 100-180 · Pueblo, COThe flight instructor’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the demonstrated soft-field takeoff, which led to the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-attack and experiencing an aerodynamic stall.NTSB CEN22LA362Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172N · Longmont, COThe flight instructor’s failure to properly supervise the student pilot, which resulted in a continued unstablized approach for landing, and the instructor’s delayed recovery that resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain.NTSB WPR22FA256Accident · 4 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna T337G · Gold Hill, COThe pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering with one engine inoperative, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and impact with terrain.NTSB CEN22LA297Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCub Crafters CC18-180 · Air Force Academy, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the go-around, which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment from the effects of alcohol consumption.NTSB CEN22FA197Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 172 · Broomfield, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB CEN22FA064Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportVans RV-4 · Walsenburg, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while intentionally maneuvering in a canyon at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to enter a canyon environment at a low altitude, and the sudden change in wind conditions…NTSB CEN22FA035Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportAir Tractor AT-802A · Estes Park, COThe airplane’s encounter with severe to extreme turbulence associated with mountain wave rotor cloud activity, which resulted in loss of airplane control.NTSB CEN22FA011Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech 58TC · Mesa, COThe maintenance personnel’s failure to properly tighten the turbocharger oil line and the right engine propeller governor, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the loss of airplane control following the loss of engine…NTSB CEN21FA424Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBoeing A75 · Delta, COThe pilot’s loss of control during an aerobatic maneuver, resulting in the airplane impacting terrain.NTSB CEN21LA425Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportKolb Mark III · Steamboat Springs, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB CEN21LA449Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportColumbia Aircraft Mfg LC41-550FG · Granby, COThe pilot’s loss of control during landing in high density altitude conditions.NTSB CEN21LA315Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 421C · Longmont, COThe loss of performance for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB CEN21LA292Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCurnutt Elton E SKY Ranger B · Ellicott, COThe pilot’s loss of control while maneuvering at low altitude.NTSB CEN21LA291Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Loveland, COThe flight instructor’s failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare and subsequent attempted go-around with a strong quartering crosswind.NTSB CEN21FA177Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportMagnus Fusion 212 · Conifer, COThe pilot’s decision to fly at low altitude toward a mountainous canyon, and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering to avoid rising terrain, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane control.NTSB CEN21LA067Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportVans RV4 · Telluride, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the turn from the base leg to final approach, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and entering an inadvertent aerodynamic stall/spin at a low altitude over mountainous…NTSB CEN21LA051Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Denver, COThe student pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing with a gusting crosswind and his failure to go around and relinquish control of the airplane when directed by the instructor pilot.NTSB CEN21FA007Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech S35 · Telluride, COThe pilot’s loss of control during the climb to cruise flight resulting in the airplane’s impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to not climb to a higher altitude before proceeding over high terrain.NTSB CEN20CA404Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCubcrafters CC11 · Larkspur, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while taking off in gusting quartering tailwind conditions.NTSB CEN20LA375Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportTitan Mustang T-51 · Brighton, COThe pilot’s loss of airplane control while maneuvering in the traffic pattern.NTSB CEN20LA365Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna T210 · Peyton, COThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during the airplane’s turn to final, resulting in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB CEN20LA273Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAerospatiale AS355 · Rifle, COA loss of tail rotor effectiveness, the pilot’s subsequent loss of helicopter control, and collision with terrain.NTSB CEN20LA278Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportGrumman G164 · Springfield, COThe pilot’s loss of visibility in the cockpit due to foam created by the chemicals loaded in the hopper, which resulted in collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the combining of chemicals known to produce foam and the pilot’s failure to…NTSB CEN20LA169Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRans S-12 · Delta, COThe pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a test flight which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.NTSB CEN20LA160Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAerostar 601 · Craig, COThe student pilot’s flight into terrain for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN20FA072Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA28 · Florence, COThe pilot’s decision to continue the takeoff with reduced airplane performance due to high density altitudeNTSB GAA20CA092Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCzech Aircraft Works Spol Sro Sportscruiser · Lamar, COThe pilot's distraction due to an open canopy during final approach, which resulted in a loss of altitude and ground impact short of the runway.NTSB GAA20CA014Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA38 · Colorado Springs, COThe pilot's failure to maintain the runway heading while taking off with a gusting tailwind, which resulted in impact with a fence.