# 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 ERA09CA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA090.md): Bell OH-58C · Osceola County, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 15, 2008 · N659HA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of altitude during low-altitude spraying operations, which resulted in an in-flight collision with water.
- [NTSB CEN09FA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA087.md): Beech C90 · Rocksprings, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 14, 2008 · N43KM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly configure the pressurization controls, resulting in his impairment and subsequent incapacitation due to hypoxia.
- [NTSB ERA09CA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA091.md): Kimball Enterprises Pitts Model-12 · Weirdales, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 13, 2008 · N212DK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
- [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 ERA09LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA096.md): Piper PA-28-235 · New Bern, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 12, 2008 · N38558 · Substantial damage
  > A 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 ERA09CA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA097.md): Miller Long EZ/XP · Wauchula, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 7, 2008 · N6KD · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09CA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA082.md): Cessna 208 · Homestead, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 7, 2008 · N9639F · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent deployment of the reserve parachute, resulting in the skydiver being prematurely pulled from the airplane and striking the horizontal stabilizer.
- [NTSB WPR09LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA052.md): Adkins Ridge Runner II · Mulino, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 29, 2008 · N825PB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain an adequate airspeed that resulted in a stall/mush during the initial climb. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's lack of experience in this make and model airplane and the improper adjustment of the propeller pitch.
- [NTSB WPR09LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA049.md): Raytheon G36 · Porterville, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 27, 2008 · N936EW · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09CA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA077.md): Cessna 172I · Frederick, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 27, 2008 · N35540 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's delayed decision to abort the landing.
- [NTSB CEN09CA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA078.md): Cessna 172S · Waukesha, WI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 26, 2008 · N833SP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during takeoff and his failure to ensure that the elevator trim was properly set before takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of autopilot system knowledge.
- [NTSB WPR09LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA048.md): Hughes 369HS · Fillmore, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 2008 · N9154F · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a loose fuel filter upper drain cap, which was not properly secured by maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB WPR09LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA047.md): Nickel RV-6 · Fresno, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 2008 · N6TR · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09FA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA068.md): Beech 95-B55 (T4 · Whites Creek, TN · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 2008 · N412ES · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to feather the left propeller and secure the left engine following the total loss of left engine power, and his subsequent failure to maintain airspeed, lateral, and directional control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB CEN09WA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09WA073.md): Beech A100 · God's Lake Narrows, Canada · Accident · Minor injuries · Foreign investigation · Nov 23, 2008 · C-FSNA · Destroyed
  > None.
- [NTSB CEN09FA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA070.md): Piper PA46-500TP · Marshfield, WI · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 2008 · N67TE · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during final approach for landing in night, visual meteorological conditions for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09CA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA080.md): Beech E35 · Bloomington, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 20, 2008 · N3213C · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to a failure of the number one cylinder exhaust valve, and the associated secondary damage to the intake valve and piston.
- [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 ERA09CA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA059.md): Mooney M20R · Indian Head, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 16, 2008 · N4157 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting winds.
- [NTSB CEN09LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA061.md): Cessna 182 · Downers Grove, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 16, 2008 · N759HF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath while on final approach in night conditions, due to his impairment from recent use of alcohol, cocaine, and over-the-counter and prescription medications.
- [NTSB ERA09LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA055.md): American General Acft AG5B · Naples, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 2008 · N1191W · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09FA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA053.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Tallahassee, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 2008 · N827GM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in a low-altitude aerodynamic stall and spin. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to fly the published instrument approach and his subsequent failure to…
- [NTSB ERA09CA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA054.md): Snow 600 · Nashville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 14, 2008 · N1691S · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the propeller shaft seal in flight. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB ANC09LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA012.md): Cessna 207 · Napaskiak, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 2008 · N36CF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather and icing conditions, and his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall, resulting in a loss of control and in-flight collision with terrain while on an approach to land.
- [NTSB WPR09FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA038.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Sedona, AZ · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 13, 2008 · N3929W · Destroyed
  > The partial loss of engine power while maneuvering for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09CA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA037.md): Cessna 182S · White Swan, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 12, 2008 · N24658 · Substantial damage
  > Collision with terrain while maneuvering for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA056.md): Cessna 182M · Basalt, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 2008 · N71276 · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his loss of control of the airplane in flight.
- [NTSB CEN09LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA055.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Nacogdoches, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 8, 2008 · N8485R · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [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 ERA09LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA043.md): Miller J Kirtley RV-6 · Martinsville, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 2008 · N8LK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the initial climb after an aborted landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment from an over-the-counter sedating antihistamine.
- [NTSB CEN09LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA051.md): Johnson Leonard G Cozy MK-IV · Osceola, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 5, 2008 · N637PS · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to an obstruction of airflow as a result of the pilot's inadvertent actuation of the landing brake.
- [NTSB CEN09RA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09RA052.md): Beech 200 · Punta Chivato, Mexico · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 4, 2008 · N200JL · Destroyed
  > On November 3, 2008 at approximately 1800 pacific standard time (PST) a twin-engine turbo prop, Beechcraft BE200, N200JL, was destroyed when it impacted terrain shortly after takeoff from Punta Chivato Airstrip, located near Punto Chivato, Baja California…
- [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 ANC09LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA009.md): Construcciones Aeronauticas CASA-212 · Toksook Bay, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 2, 2008 · N437RA · Substantial damage
  > The flight crew’s inability to adjust/increase power to the right engine during the landing approach due to an in-flight disconnect of the engine power control linkage, resulting in a loss of control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB ERA09CA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA046.md): Hilderson Oswald Aventura HP · Weirwood, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 31, 2008 · N1932H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane following an in-flight encounter with turbulence during approach, which led to a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, and subsequent forced landing into trees.
- [NTSB ERA09LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA031.md): Hughes 369D · Carroll Township, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 2008 · N606AS · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to the improper assembly of the compressor discharge tubes to the combustion liner.
- [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 WPR09LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA026.md): Silfvast Starduster TOO · Cedar Fort, UT · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 28, 2008 · N78DS · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and/or angle of attack to avoid a stall/spin during an aerobatic maneuver.
- [NTSB WPR09LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA025.md): Naval Aircraft Factory N3N-3 · Rialto, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 26, 2008 · N44848 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power during initial climb due to an interruption in fuel flow through an improperly assembled carburetor.
- [NTSB CEN09CA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA037.md): Cessna R172E · Palo Pinto, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 26, 2008 · N42FG · Destroyed
  > The pilot's intentional low-level flight and failure to maintain a visual lookout.
- [NTSB CEN09CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA041.md): Cessna 172 · Monticello, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 25, 2008 · N54971 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot stalled the airplane during a go-around. Contributing to the accident included the pilot's improper in-flight decision, the tailwind landing, and the pilot's failure to put the carburetor Heat to "OFF" during the go-around.
- [NTSB ERA09FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA029.md): Piper PA-24 · Red Hill, VA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2008 · N8820P · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control due to an improper repair to the stabilator, which resulted in an in-flight failure of the stabilator. Contributing to the accident was the descent in turbulence, at airspeeds above the maximum structural…
- [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 CEN09LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA035.md): Cessna 172 · Broomfield, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2008 · N64055 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, resulting in an inadvertent stall, during a landing attempt. Contributing to the accident was the gusty crosswinds.
- [NTSB ANC09LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09LA007.md): Piper PA-32R · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2008 · N1392H · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power in flight due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management.
- [NTSB WPR09LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA022.md): Stinson 108-1 · Concrete, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2008 · N97946 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during initial climb due to the pilot's improper exhaust system maintenance, which resulted in restriction of the carburetor's air intake.
- [NTSB ERA09LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA026.md): Cessna 175A · Foley, AL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2008 · N7919T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during initial climb, resulting in a stall and collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of recent experience.
- [NTSB CEN09LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA031.md): Cessna 180 · Whitewater, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2008 · N3389D · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Both pilots' failure to see and avoid the other airplane. Contributing factors in this accident were the Cessna 180 pilot's attention being diverted and the Cessna 210 pilot's vision being affected by the sun glare.

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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
```

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