NTSB investigations
3,371 cases where the sequence of events included Off-field or emergency landing.
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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.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT s.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' s WHERE s.\"tier2Number\" = '440' 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" = '440' 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 WPR11LA013Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C24 · Blanding, UTThe pilot’s failure to attain a climb gradient sufficient to clear the rising terrain, which resulted in his decision to make a forced landing on a road.NTSB ERA11LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172SP · Boynton Beach, FLThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA11LA014Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportEngineering & Research Ercoupe 415-D · Lawrenceville, GAInadequate maintenance performed on the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the corrosion within the carburetor.NTSB WPR11LA004Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A35 · Blue Diamond, NVThe pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB ERA11CA013Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA28 · Louisville, KYThe pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power.NTSB ERA11CA012Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer 269C-1 · Titusville, FLAn inadvertent in-flight collision with a bird.NTSB ERA11LA009Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182P · Columbia, SCA total loss of engine power due to a loss of lubrication after the engine experienced a piston ring failure for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN11LA001Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172D · Durango, COA total loss of engine power due to the pilot inadvertently moving the fuel selector to the OFF position. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's unfamiliarity with this model accident airplane.NTSB CEN11CA002Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGingerich Alton & Slagel Dean Christavia MK 1 · Nappanee, INThe total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10LA506Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Mathias, WVThe pilot's loss of control of the airplane during an instrument approach in turbulent weather conditions.NTSB CEN10LA572Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172RG · Tulsa, OKA shorted terminal lug on the landing gear hydraulic pump which resulted in a cabin fire. Contributing to the accident was the lack of clear installation procedures for the hydraulic pump.NTSB ANC10CA099Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Kenai, AKThe student pilot's improper fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power during cruise flight.NTSB ERA10FA502Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Chatsworth, GAThe pilot's inadequate flight planning and in-flight fuel management resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the operator's failure to ensure aircraft records pertaining to engine modifications and…NTSB ERA10LA499Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell OH-58A · Taylorsville, MSA total loss of engine power while maneuvering at low altitude for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10WA498Accident · Minor injuriesForeign investigationAero Commander 500 · Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicNTSB WPR10LA465Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20C · Visalia, CAA partial loss of engine power during takeoff, which resulted from the failure of the spark plug retention mechanism.NTSB CEN10CA568Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech D17S · Fort Worth, TXThe pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB CEN10CA549Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182D · Houston, TXThe loss of engine power during the initial climb due to decreased engine oil quantity and pressure as a result of the engine's oil cap not being adequately secured.NTSB ERA10LA487Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNavion Navion G · Dublin, GAThe pilot's failure to properly secure the oil drain plug after changing the engine oil, which resulted in oil starvation and an engine failure during cruise flight.NTSB ERA10LA486Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-200 · Barnwell, SCThe failure of the No. 1 connecting rod end cap for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB ERA10LA494Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172D · Palm Beach, FLThe pilot's failure to use carburetor heat which led to a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB ERA10LA485Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 58 · Rainelle, WVThe improper rigging of the fuel selector by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB CEN10LA571Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCa Tecnam P2004 Bravo · Mason, MIA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a forced landing to a bean field.NTSB WPR10LA458Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Mammoth, CADynamic rollover of the helicopter during a precautionary landing.NTSB ERA10LA475Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Fayetteville, WVA loss of engine power due to the failure of the left magneto system’s distributor gear as a result of the improper maintenance of the magnetos by maintenance personnel.NTSB ERA10LA474Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAyres S2R-G10 · Doerun, GAA partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to select an adequate forced landing site and his excess speed during the landing.NTSB ERA10CA472Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Huron, NYThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB CEN10CA532Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobertson Velocity · Wooster, OHA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel planning.NTSB CEN10FA521Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Caledonia, MIA loss of engine power as a result of a fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the accident was a mechanic's use of incorrect hardware.NTSB CEN10CA536Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A188B · Hondo, TXThe pilot’s delayed action to arrest the airplane’s descent, which resulted in a collision with terrain.NTSB CEN10CA542Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchempp-Hirth Standard Cirrus · Moriarty, NMThe inadvertent opening of the cockpit canopy for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10CA525Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportWeber Acro Sport II · Plum City, WIThe pilot’s improper fuel planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ERA10LA466Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Virginia Beach, VAA total loss of power due to water contamination in the fuel. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.NTSB ERA10CA462Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportHead Balloons AX9 118 · Hanover, NHThe balloon's encounter with an updraft, resulting in an immediate landing and an intentional collision with a tree.NTSB CEN10CA517Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech D35 · Guymon, OKThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA10LA458Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBird CK · Eagles Mere, PAThe loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of degradation of the fuel tank coating which blocked the fuel supply.NTSB ERA10LA457Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAero Commander 560E · Jacksonville, FLThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of power in both engines during climb due to fuel contamination.NTSB ANC10TA080Accident · No injuriesFinal reportAviat A-1B · Bettles Field, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable off-airport landing site for a precautionary landing.NTSB ERA10LA454Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Acworth, GAThe pilots improper in-flight fuel management resulting in a total loss of engine power during a descent due to fuel starvation.NTSB ERA10LA453Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 120 · Rockland, METhe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR10LA432Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson JR. S · Lake Stevens, WAA total loss of engine power during cruise flight, which resulted from a magneto switch failure.NTSB WPR10CA434Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-15 · Duvall, WAAn in-flight collision with a bird while maneuvering.NTSB ERA10LA504Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAeronca 11AC · Mocksville, NCThe pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point, following a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB CEN10CA507Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportLet L-23 Super Blanik · Socorro, NMA loss of lift that resulted in an off-airport landing.NTSB ERA10LA449Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChampion Aeronca 7HC · Louisville, KYA loss of engine power due to fuel system contamination resulting in damage to the carburetor float.NTSB ANC10CA079Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-14 · Talkeetna, AKA faulty fuel quantity indication in-flight, which precipitated a precautionary off-airport landing, and collision with a road sign.NTSB WPR10FA423Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Ojai, CAA loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB CEN10LA524Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-350P · Greeley, COA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN10LA498Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFreeman Super Koala · Traverse City, MIA loss of engine power due to the improper torquing of the number one cylinder's spark plug as a result of inadequate maintenance.NTSB CEN10CA500Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150K · Gaylord, MIA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.