# NTSB investigations: Collision with terr/obj (non-CFIT)

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 ERA10WA456](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10WA456.md): Cessna A188 · Pista El Limon, Ecuador · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 29, 2010 · HC-BCF · Destroyed
  > On August 29, 2010, about 1300 universal coordinated time (UTC), a Cessna A188B, Ecuadorian registration HC-BCF, operated by a private owner on an agricultural spraying flight, collided with power lines and subsequently the ground near Pista El Limon,…
- [NTSB ERA10CA451](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA451.md): Grumman American Avn. AA-5 · Montauk, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2010 · N9532L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delay in aborting the landing, which resulted in a collision with a fence.
- [NTSB CEN10LA483](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA483.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Idabel, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 2010 · N513CM · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10WA428](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10WA428.md): Robinson R44 · Milazzo, Italy · Accident · 4 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 12, 2010 · I-KOST · Destroyed
  > On August 12, 2010, about 0600 Universal Coordinated Time (UTC), a Robinson R44, Italian registration I-KOST, operated by Intesa Leasing, Rent and Fly, as a personal flight, collided with a building and the ground during takeoff from a private field at…
- [NTSB CEN10CA467](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA467.md): Cessna 152 · Breckenridge, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 30, 2010 · N24472 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to mantain directional control during the aborted landing.
- [NTSB ERA10WA386](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10WA386.md): Embraer EMB711 · Mato Grosso, Brazil · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 18, 2010 · PT-NBE · No damage
  > On July 18, 2010, about 1500 Universal Coordinated Time (UTC), an Embraer EMB-711C, Brazilian registration PT-NBE, operated by a private owner on a personal flight, collided with a hill while in cruise flight in the vicinity of Santo Antonio Do Leverger, Mato…
- [NTSB WPR10WA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10WA309.md): Cessna 172N · Broken Hill, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 5 · Foreign · Jun 21, 2010 · VH-UFN · Substantial damage
  > On June 21, 2010, about 0145 coordinated universal time, a Cessna 172N, VH-UFN, registered to a private owner, collided with water during an unknown flight phase near Broken Hill, New South Wales (NSW), Australia. The airplane was reported missing and was…
- [NTSB CEN10CA326](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA326.md): Remos G3/600 · Trinidad, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 19, 2010 · N134LS · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power in flight due to fuel exhaustion for unknown reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10LA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA314.md): Aeronca 7AC · Sandersville, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 2010 · N84362 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR10CA269](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA269.md): Bagley Curtis Lynn Rans S-6S Coyote II · Koosharem, UT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 29, 2010 · N151YZ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a sign on the side of his landing area (a dirt road). Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to perform a fly-by of the road to check for hazards.
- [NTSB WPR10CA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA257.md): Cessna 180A · Kettle Falls, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 23, 2010 · N9104R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the reduced visibility due to precipitation.
- [NTSB ERA10LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA267.md): Piper PA-46-350P · Clearwater, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 2010 · XBLTH · Substantial damage
  > The overweight condition of the airplane due to the pilot's inadequate preflight planning, resulting in the airplane's degraded climb performance. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's retraction of the flaps prior to reaching the manufacturer's…
- [NTSB CEN10CA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA229.md): Thomas Long Long's Paraglider · Amarillo, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 25, 2010 · UNREG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the powered parachute, resulting in an unintentional departure and subsequent collision with power lines and the ground.
- [NTSB CEN10LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA222.md): Cross-Capps Breezy · Livingston, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2010 · N125RT · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN10LA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA217.md): Air Tractor AT-802A · Alpine, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2010 · N9197F · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR10WA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10WA185.md): Piper PA30 · Northam, Australia, Australia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Mar 28, 2010 · VH-KDS · Substantial damage
  > On March 28, 2010, at 0900 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-30, VH-KDS, registered to a private owner, collided with terrain near Northam, Australia. The airplane was substantially damaged and the pilot and passenger were killed. The flight departed…
- [NTSB CEN10LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA126.md): Cessna 172RG · Albany, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 18, 2010 · N9771B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to initiate and continue the flight into known icing conditions with an airplane not properly equipped for flight into icing conditions which exceeded the capabilities of the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR10FA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA136.md): Cessna 310R · Palo Alto, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 17, 2010 · N5225J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure follow the standard instrument departure as instructed, and his failure to attain a sufficient altitude to maintain clearance from power lines during takeoff in instrument meteorological conditions.
- [NTSB DCA10WA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA10WA025.md): Boeing 747 · Luxembourg, Luxembourg · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Jan 21, 2010 · LX-OCV · Minor damage
  > On January 21, 2010, a Cargolux Airlines, Boeing 747-400F, registration LX-OCV, struck the top of a maintenance van that was on the runway during CAT IIIB conditions at Luxembourg-Findel International Airport, Luxembourg. The airplane landed safely with minor…
- [NTSB ERA10WA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10WA116.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Bimini, Bahamas, Bahamas · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jan 17, 2010 · N4219R · Destroyed
  > On January 17, 2010, at approximately 1545 eastern standard time, a Piper PA-32-300, N4219R, crashed approximately 500 yards northwest of the Bimini Bay Resort, North Bimini, Bahamas. The flight departed Lynden Pindling International Airport, Nassau, Bahamas…
- [NTSB WPR10CA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA089.md): Cessna 172M · Albion, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 24, 2009 · N1883V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain while maneuvering in gusting winds.
- [NTSB WPR10LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA082.md): EADS Socata TBM 700 · Truckee, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 14, 2009 · N850MT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and clearance from terrain during an attempted go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land on a partially obscured runway.
- [NTSB ERA10WA312](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10WA312.md): Beech 58 · Guarico, Venezuela · Accident · 5 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 13, 2009 · YV2473 · Substantial damage
  > On December 13, 2009, about 2040 UTC, a Beech 58, of Venezuelan registration, YV2473, registered to and operated by Aeronaves Baron, C.A., impacted terrain during takeoff from the Mata de Juajua Airport (SVCS), near Estatdo Guárico, Venezuela. Visual…
- [NTSB CEN10WA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10WA073.md): Cirrus SR20 · Oberbarnim, Germany · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 5 · Foreign · Dec 10, 2009 · D-EYAT · Destroyed
  > On December 10, 2009, at 1625 coordinated universal time, a Cirrus SR20, German registered D-EYAT, was destroyed when it impacted forested terrain near Oberbarnim, Germany. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The pilot…
- [NTSB WPR10WA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10WA080.md): Bell 206 · Dorrigo, Australia, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 9, 2009 · VH-MJO · Substantial damage
  > On December 9, 2009, at 1225 universal coordinated time a Bell 206 L-1, VH-MJO, operated by Commercial Helicopters Pty Ltd. collided with the terrain during takeoff near Dorrigo, Australia. The flight was for the purpose of performing an aerial survey. The…
- [NTSB WPR10LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA076.md): Beech 35-33 · Lehi, UT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 9, 2009 · N316Z · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR10WA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10WA108.md): Cessna A188 · Kojonup, Australia, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 17, 2009 · VH-ZRR · Substantial damage
  > On November 17, 2009, at 1200 coordinated universal time, a Cessna A188B, Australian registry VH-ZRR, registered to and operated by South West Aerial Services, collided with the terrain while maneuvering during an aerial application flight near Kojonup,…
- [NTSB WPR10WA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10WA036.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Narrogin, Australia, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Oct 3, 2009 · VH-ODP · Substantial damage
  > On October 3, 2009, at 1130 Western Standard Time, an Air Tractor AT-502, VH-ODP, operated by Agricair Pty Limited, as an agricultural flight collided with the ground while maneuvering 47 Km east northeast of Narrogin, Australia. Visual meteorological…
- [NTSB ERA09LA536](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA536.md): Duke Paul Challenger II · Lumberton, MS · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 2009 · N4340D · Substantial damage
  > The non-certificated pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees during a go-around procedure for unknown reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09LA426](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA426.md): Six-Chuter American Spirit · Brownsville, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2009 · N9184F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power lines.
- [NTSB WPR09FA379](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA379.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Saint Charles, ID · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 2009 · N6905B · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering.
- [NTSB CEN09WA506](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09WA506.md): Enstrom F28 · Mont Laurier, Canada · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 5, 2009 · C-GVQQ · Destroyed
  > On August 5, 2009, at 1000 eastern daylight time, an Enstrom F28C helicopter, Canadian registered C-GVQQ, registered to a private individual and piloted by the accident pilot, was destroyed when it impacted wires and terrain near Mont-Laurier Airport (CSD4),…
- [NTSB ERA09LA394](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA394.md): Ayres S2R-T34 · Hertford, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 2009 · N357CA · Substantial damage
  > The in-flight collision with terrain for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09WA354](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09WA354.md): Robinson R-44 · Vitoria da Conquista, Brazil · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · May 22, 2009 · PR-NDF · Destroyed
  > On May 22, 2009, at 2139 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), a Brazilian registered Robinson R-44, PR-NDF, was destroyed when it impacted the ground during approach to land at the Vitoria da Conquista Airport (SBQV), Vitoria da Conquista, Brazil. The pilot and…
- [NTSB CEN09CA275](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA275.md): Bell 407 · High Island 138 · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 4, 2009 · N164RL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the windsock during the approach.
- [NTSB WPR09LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA222.md): Valentin Taifun 17 E II · Mammoth Lakes, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 2009 · N20822 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering in a canyon.
- [NTSB WPR09WA292](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09WA292.md): Cessna 208 · Vientiane, Laos, Laos · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Apr 11, 2009 · RDPL-34144 · Substantial damage
  > On April 11, 2009, about 1035 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Cessna 208B, Laos registration RDPL-34144, owned by Helicopters of New Zealand, operated by Lao Air, was substantially damaged during a forced landing following a loss of engine power near…
- [NTSB CEN09WA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09WA188.md): Bell 212 · Aguascalientes, Mexico · Accident · Minor injuries · Foreign investigation · Feb 28, 2009 · XC-DES · Substantial damage
  > Not Required. Investigation is being conducted by the DGAC, Mexico.
- [NTSB CEN09CA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA148.md): Cessna 172 · Union Mills, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 1, 2009 · N53576 · Substantial damage
  > The certificated flight instructor's failure to follow correct engine clearing procedures. A factor was the unsuitable landing area.
- [NTSB ERA09LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA124.md): Piper PA-28-160 · Indiana, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 4, 2009 · N5212W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt VFR flight in IMC conditions, resulting in a collision with trees during a go-around.
- [NTSB ERA09LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA111.md): Czech Aircraft Works SportCruiser · Emporia, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 23, 2008 · N524SC · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing. Contributing to the accident was the improperly marked airspeed indicator and the airplane manufacturer's improper airspeed information.
- [NTSB ERA09CA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA089.md): Mooney M20G · Sebastian, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 13, 2008 · N6871N · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09IA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09IA096.md): Cessna 182 · Fort Worth, TX · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 12, 2008 · N5495B · Minor damage
  > Collision with a hidden obstruction while taxiing through a grass field following a forced landing. Contributing to the accident was a loss of engine power due to the pilot's failure to turn on the carburetor heat.
- [NTSB ERA09WA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09WA085.md): Maule M7 · Cobra River, Manaus, Brazil · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 7, 2008 · PT-ONN · Substantial damage
  > On December 7, 2008, about 1115 universal coordinated time, a Maule M-7-235, Brazilian registration PT-ONN, was substantially damaged when it impacted trees while departing from the Taruma River, Manaus, Brazil. The floatplane subsequently came to rest in the…
- [NTSB WPR09WA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09WA250.md): Mcdonnell Douglas 369 · Murray Bridge, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 19, 2008 · VH-PLJ · Substantial damage
  > On November 19, 2008, about 1115 Australian central daylight-saving time, a pilot and two linesmen were operating a McDonnell Douglas 369D helicopter, Australian registry VH-PLJ, to test a high-voltage power line between Mannum and Mobilong, SA. While…
- [NTSB WPR09LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA032.md): Universal Globe · Wallace, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 2008 · N80715 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's incapacitation during cruise for unknown reasons that resulted in a loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB ERA09FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA036.md): Robinson R-44 · Gallatin, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 3, 2008 · N300FX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent descent into water as a result of the dark night and limited outside visual references.
- [NTSB CEN09FA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA043.md): Cessna 175 · Mt. Dora, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 2008 · N175JG · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09FA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA027.md): Piper PA-30 · Selmer, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2008 · N7510Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to avoid terrain during night instrument meteorological conditions.
- [NTSB SEA08CA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA199.md): Cessna 177B · Truckee, CA · Accident · Data collection · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N30692 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to take off in a heavily loaded airplane under the ambient conditions that existed at the time. Contributing to the accident was the mountainous/hilly terrain, a high density altitude, gusty winds and downdrafts.

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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 e.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e WHERE e."isDefiningEvent" AND e."tier2Number" = '470')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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