NTSB investigations
410 cases where the sequence of events included Flight control sys malf/fail.
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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.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s.\"tier2Number\" = '333' 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."mKey" IN (SELECT s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s."tier2Number" = '333' 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 ERA22LA167Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172P · Winder, GAMaintenance personnel’s failure to detect the damaged aileron cable during the most recent inspections, which resulted in the separation of the aileron control cable and subsequent loss of airplane control.NTSB DCA22WA096IncidentClass 5 · ForeignEmbraer E190 · Los Mochis, MexicoNTSB GAA22WA155AccidentClass 5 · ForeignCessna 172 · Les Saintes Terre-de-Haut, GuadeloupeNTSB GAA22WA094Incident · No injuriesClass 4 · ForeignRobinson R22 · Mitchell, AustraliaNTSB DCA22WA079IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBeech 1900 · Lorraine, FranceNTSB GAA22WA048Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBAE ATP · Belfast, United KingdomNTSB WPR22LA045Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportElvin Jack R JR Rotorway Exec 162F · Scio, ORThe pilot’s improper maintenance on the tail rotor assembly, which resulted in the loss of control and roll over.NTSB CEN22LA038Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-22-160 · West Union, OHA malfunction of the flight controls for reasons that could not be determined based on available information.NTSB GAA22WA017Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignCessna 525 · Bristol, United KingdomNTSB DCA22MA009Accident · Serious injuriesClass 2 · MajorFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-9-87 (MD-87) · Brookshire, TXThe jammed condition of both elevators, which resulted from exposure to localized, dynamic high wind while the airplane was parked and prevented the airplane from rotating during the takeoff roll. Also causal was the failure of Everts Air Cargo, the pilots’…NTSB ERA22FA015Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportVelocity SE RG · Titusville, FLThe separation of the airplane’s elevator control push-pull tube, which resulted in a loss of control during the approach.NTSB ANC21LA093Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Chandalar Shelf, AKA separation of the rudder cable from the rudder pedal due to the connecting bolt detaching for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a loss of directional control.NTSB ERA21LA360Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportZenith 750 Cruzer · New Smyrna, FLThe mechanic’s inadequate inspection of the flight control system, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.NTSB DCA21WA219IncidentClass 5 · ForeignEmbraer ERJ190 · Maiquetia, VenezuelaNTSB DCA21WA221IncidentClass 5 · ForeignAirbus A300 · Marquetia, VenezuelaNTSB ANC21LA075Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Talkeetna, AKThe malfunction of the control stick during initial climb for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence.NTSB DCA21WA205IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Perth, AustraliaNTSB GAA21WA191Accident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBell 206 · Policka, CzechiaNTSB CEN21LA346Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportHpH, Spol. S.R.O. Glasflügel 304S · Briggs, TXThe overstress fracture of the elevator control tube due to reduced wall thickness from water intrusion and subsequent corrosion. Contributing to the accident was the lack of a drain hole at the bottom of the elevator control tube, which allowed the tube to…NTSB ANC21LA064Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-14 · Anchorage, AKThe fatigue fracture of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) 1025 carbon steel rudder post, which resulted in structural failure of the rudder. Contributing to the fatigue failure was the post’s susceptibility to fatigue cracking under normal service…NTSB ENG21WA046Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Enroute, GermanyNTSB WPR21LA238Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-25-235 · Twisp, WAAn in-flight separation of the control stick from the torque tube assembly, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the landing roll and subsequent on-ground collision.NTSB CEN21FA272Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportAntenor Velazco Lancair Evolution · Parker, COThe pilot’s diversion of attention following an asymmetric flap deployment, which resulted in a descent and collision with powerlines. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s failure to properly secure the flap control rod attachment bolts,…NTSB GAA21WA074Accident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignPiper J3 · Epse, NetherlandsNTSB ENG21WA024Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBAE ATP · Ronaldsway, Isle of ManNTSB DCA21WA111Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignAirbus A320 · Lima, PeruNTSB DCA21LA094AccidentClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBell APT70 · Fort Benning, GAfailure of an electronic speed controller that resulted in a descent and impact with trees.NTSB ERA21LA131Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Lake Placid, FLThe pilot’s failure to ensure that the aft seat cushion was adequately secured, which resulted in its movement, subsequent interference with the flight controls, and a hard landing.NTSB ERA21LA106Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAmerican AA5 · Leesburg, VAThe weakened structure of the left horizontal stabilizer, which resulted in elevator flutter and subsequent partial separation of the left elevator in flight. Contributing to the accident were the lack of elevator authority while landing due to the damaged…NTSB DCA21WA081Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Mexico City, MexicoNTSB DCA21WA033IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Capetown, South AfricaNTSB WPR21LA039Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAgusta A109 · Los Angeles, CAThe loss of tail rotor control due to the separation of the tail rotor duplex bearing ring nut from the thrust sleeve, which resulted in the loss of helicopter control.NTSB DCA20WA151Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBombardier CL600 2D24 · Gallivare, SwedenNTSB WPR20LA301Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportLake LA4 · Rawlins, WYThe pilot’s decision to depart despite a known mechanical trim malfunction and with a high-density altitude and the airplane at or above its maximum gross weight.NTSB CEN20WA434IncidentClass 5 · ForeignRaytheon Hawker · Le Bourget, FranceNTSB ERA20CA246Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportPiper PA22 · Cortland, NYThe mechanic’s incorrect rigging of the aileron control cables, which resulted in a reversal of aileron control inputs applied by the pilot during the takeoff. Also causal was the mechanic’s inadequate post-maintenance inspection and the pilot's inadequate…NTSB CEN20LA259Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportSopwith Type 9400 · Van Alstyne, TXAn inflight loss of aileron control due to movement of a control connector.NTSB ERA20CA232Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportAyres S2R · Perry, GAThe reported malfunction of the aileron flight control system during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB CEN20LA173Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportTitan Titan Tornado S · Haskell, OKThe student pilot/builder’s addition of winglets to the stabilator, which resulted in flutter and overstress failure of the stabilator control horn.NTSB ENG20LA031Incident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAirbus Helicopters AS350 · Clewiston, FLSeizure of the hydraulic pump pulley bearing due to its improper installation by the manufacturer, leading to a failure of the hydraulic pump belt and the resultant partial loss of hydraulic assistance to the pedals.NTSB ERA20CA168Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportDayton-Wright DH-4 · Bowling Green, KYA primary control (aileron) system anomaly that progressively worsened during a test flight that resulted in a loss of control. The reason for the anomaly was not determined due to impact damage.NTSB WPR20LA135Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Hemet, CAMaintenance personnel’s failure to properly inspect and replace damaged aileron control cables, which resulted in fatigue separation of the aileron control cable and loss of control of the aircraft.NTSB DCA20LA100Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportSikorsky S61 · Camp Dwyer, AfghanistanFatigue cracking of the auxiliary servo cylinder’s pedal damper check valve housing and its bolts, which caused the sudden and uncommanded movement of the helicopter’s left pedal and a subsequent left yaw that continued until ground impact. Contributing to…NTSB WPR20WA317Accident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignRobinson R44 · Mareeba Aerodrome, AustraliaNTSB ANC20FA024Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 305 · Mokuleia, HIA separation of the left rudder cable due to inadequate maintenance, which resulted in an in-flight loss of control and impact with terrain.NTSB DCA20WA074Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 757 · San Jose, Costa RicaThe Consejo Technico de Aviacion Civil (CTAC)of Costa Rica notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 757-2B7, which occurred on February 9, 2020. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13…NTSB ENG20WA034Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBombardier CL600 2C10 · Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport, FranceThe BEA of France has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Bombardier CL600-2C10 airplane that occurred on January 23, 2020. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the BEA of France's investigation under the provisions of…NTSB ERA20LA080Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportTeam Rocket F-1 F-1 · Suffolk, VAA structural failure of the horizontal stabilizer during aerobatic maneuvers near the airplane’s never-exceed speed. Contributing to the failure was the construction of the horizontal stabilizer that did not meet the kit manufacturer’s specifications.NTSB CEN20WA056Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationLearjet 45 · Geneva, SwitzerlandThe government of Switzerland has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a LEARJET 45 airplane that occurred on December 18, 2019. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Switzerland's investigation under the…NTSB WPR20TA039Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3Final reportEnstrom F28 · Riverton, UTThe noncertificated pilot’s decision to operate a deregistered helicopter, which resulted in a component failure and subsequent loss of control and hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the lack of recent maintenance on the helicopter.