# 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 ERA09CA205](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA205.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Richmond, VA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 22, 2009 · N2360M · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the pilot inadvertently shutting down the engine.
- [NTSB CEN09LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA225.md): Air Tractor AT-602 · Ville Platte, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 2009 · N5189P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission lines during an aerial application run.
- [NTSB CEN09CA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA228.md): Remos Remos GX · St. Charles, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 22, 2009 · N446RA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glide path and airspeed during a simulated emergency approach. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB WPR09LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA160.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 · Prescott, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 20, 2009 · N90764 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm while maneuvering at a low altitude.
- [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 CEN09LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA209.md): Beech B24R · Bellefontaine, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 2009 · N9348S · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate torque of the Number 3 cylinder rod bolts by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a failure of the connecting rod and a total loss of engine power.
- [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 CEN09LA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA224.md): Taylorcraft F19 · Lake Vermillion, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2009 · N3937T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain proper pitch control resulting in a stall/spin.
- [NTSB ANC09LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA025.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Buckland, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2009 · N4112K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the landing while landing on a snow/ice-covered runway.
- [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 WPR09LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA145.md): Cessna 172R · Oceanside, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 8, 2009 · N2478B · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power in flight due to the fatigue failure of the No. 4 cylinder.
- [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 CEN09FA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA193.md): Bell 206-L4 · Moundridge, KS · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 8, 2009 · N863H · Substantial damage
  > Inflight collision with terrain for undetermined reasons.
- [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 WPR09CA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA143.md): Bellanca 17-31ATC · Bakersfield, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 6, 2009 · N4134B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB ERA09LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA187.md): Doyle-Michael Sonerai-II · Leonardtown, MD · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 6, 2009 · N28MD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued operation of the airplane with a known mechanical deficiency. Contributing to the accident was the improper installation of the electronic ignition system.
- [NTSB ERA09LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA184.md): Kevin Eldredge Stewart · Ocala, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 6, 2009 · N551X · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to contamination and clogging of the fuel system by a post-assembly fuel tank sealant.
- [NTSB ERA09LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA182.md): Moore Glenn Moronca · Burgaw, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 5, 2009 · N404AF · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to fuel contamination as a result of the pilot's operation of the airplane with a deteriorated fuel tank.
- [NTSB ERA09CA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA192.md): Diamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Morristown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 5, 2009 · N176MA · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [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 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 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 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 CEN09CA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA180.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta · O'Donnell, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 25, 2009 · N387AC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control while performing a quick stop maneuver to an out of ground effect (OGE) hover. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude and near calm wind condition.
- [NTSB WPR09LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA124.md): Champion 7ECA · Salinas, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 22, 2009 · N2835G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a wire while intentionally maneuvering at a low altitude.
- [NTSB CEN09LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA171.md): Piper PA-28C-235 · Falcon, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 22, 2009 · N9487W · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management.
- [NTSB CEN09LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA170.md): Beech B35 · La Luz, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 21, 2009 · N8799A · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a blockage in the right fuel tank vent.
- [NTSB CEN09WA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09WA216.md): Robinson R44 · Tocumen, Panama · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Feb 19, 2009 · HP-AM3 · Destroyed
  > The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Panama. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Direccion de Aeronautica Civil Apartados 7501 y 7615 Panama 5 http://www.aeronautica.gob.pa This report is for…
- [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'…
- [NTSB CEN09LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA167.md): Beech H35 · Grain Valley, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 17, 2009 · N7942D · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation (mechanical). Contributing to the accident was the forced landing on unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB WPR09FA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA116.md): Piper PA-24-260 · Hagerman, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 16, 2009 · N8810P · Destroyed
  > The student pilot's spatial disorientation, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent in-flight breakup. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's mental condition which could have contributed to the inappropriate decision to fly the…
- [NTSB CEN09LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA168.md): Cessna 152 · Tulsa, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 14, 2009 · N6300Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare and recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB ERA09MA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09MA157.md): Cessna 206H · Quebradillas, PR · Accident · 6 fatal · Major investigation · Final report · Feb 8, 2009 · N118ME · Destroyed
  > The pilot exceeded the design limits of the airplane, which resulted in an in-flight break up while maneuvering in adverse weather conditions.
- [NTSB ERA09LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA158.md): Piper PA-30 · Lakeville, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 8, 2009 · N10JR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control following a loss of engine power on the left engine for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09CA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA162.md): Cameron Balloons V-77 · Terre Haute, IN · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 8, 2009 · N7524J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of the burner pilot light during approach to the landing area and the pilot's failure to relight the burner using alternate sources.
- [NTSB ANC09LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA018.md): Cessna 172N · Atmautluak, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 7, 2009 · N5246D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while landing in gusty winds, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall; his improper aircraft weight calculations; and his operation of the airplane over the allowable gross weight limit.
- [NTSB WPR09FA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA112.md): Beech A36 · Avalon, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 6, 2009 · N66819 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to follow the published instrument departure procedures during the climb to cruise, and loss of control in instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of total experience in instrument…
- [NTSB CEN09CA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA157.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Cypress, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 6, 2009 · N234LA · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm and the instructor's delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB WPR09CA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA106.md): Grumman AA-5 · Payson, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 1, 2009 · N5423L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB CEN09FA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA147.md): Mooney M20C · Elbert, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2009 · N7774M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control.
- [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 WPR09FA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA104.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta II · Fillmore, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2009 · N4160A · Substantial damage
  > An in-flight break-up while maneuvering as a result of the main rotor blades diverging from the normal plane of rotation and severing the tailboom. The underlying reason for the main rotor divergence could not be determined.
- [NTSB ERA09LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA150.md): Quicksilver MXL II Sport · Ellenboro, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2009 · UNREG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during climbout. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of experience in the make and model of the airplane.
- [NTSB ERA09LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA147.md): Bellanca 8KCAB · Moscow, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2009 · N31254 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's initiation of a low altitude maneuver followed by an uncontrolled descent into terrain.
- [NTSB CEN09LA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA207.md): Hall Steven C Lancair LE · Longmont, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2009 · N939CB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft pitch control resulting in the airplane impacting the terrain. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to ensure the canopy was fully locked prior to takeoff and the canopy oscillations in flight.
- [NTSB CEN09FA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA146.md): Cirrus Design SR20 · Menomonie, WI · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2009 · N495LV · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while flying at night in instrument meteorological conditions.

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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" = '470' 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
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb-events/470/sequence?page=187

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