# 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 CHI08CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA173.md): Beech A23A · Sheboygan, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 29, 2008 · N701DW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper fuel management that led to fuel starvation and the loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the drainage ditch.
- [NTSB LAX08CA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA207.md): Cessna T206H · Fullerton, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N1296M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing touchdown, resulting in the wings contacting the runway surface and a propeller strike.
- [NTSB ERA09CA543](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA543.md): Piper J3C-65 · Rosedale, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N42156 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilots to maintain airspeed following a reported partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB DFW08CA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA175.md): Christen Industries A-1 · Pueblo, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N2879T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the wind gust and tailwind.
- [NTSB CHI08CA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA194.md): Cessna 150F · Johannesburg, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2008 · N7886F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to recognize the onset of carburetor icing resulting in a loss of engine power and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident were the carburetor icing conditions, and the rough terrain.
- [NTSB MIA08CA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA127.md): Lima Sky Raider I · Homestead, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 27, 2008 · N2642F · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during initial climb.
- [NTSB LAX08CA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA216.md): Cessna 172M · Skykomish, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 27, 2008 · N94HJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and failure to execute a go-around when the airplane floated during the flare. Contributing to the accident was the short and wet turf runway surface, which reduced braking action.
- [NTSB LAX08LA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA206.md): Cessna 172N · El Cajon, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 2008 · N6360D · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to carburetor ice resulting from the flight instructor's failure to use the carburetor heat when simulating an engine failure. Contributing to the accident were the carburetor icing weather condition and the lack of suitable…
- [NTSB LAX08CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA173.md): Beech A36 · Ryegate, MT · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 26, 2008 · N824C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff when the ground roll acceleration profile was determined to be insufficient for takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the shifting wind conditions.
- [NTSB NYC08LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA228.md): Cessna 172M · Toms River, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 2008 · N13105 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot's seat to engage or remain engaged due to the improper inspection of the worn seat tracks.
- [NTSB NYC08CA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA230.md): Cessna 172 SP · Stevensville, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 25, 2008 · N3504X · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's delayed decision to go around.
- [NTSB LAX08CA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA199.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Mesa, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 25, 2008 · N4144P · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB LAX08LA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA193.md): Snow S2C · Glenn's Ferry, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N1661S · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain an adequate airspeed resulting in an aerodynamic stall/spin while maneuvering.
- [NTSB LAX08CA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA192.md): Cessna 172M · San Diego, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N9629V · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing.
- [NTSB LAX08CA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA189.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Laramie, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N877CM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed during a go around, that resulted in a stall/mush. Contributing to the accident was the tailwind condition.
- [NTSB DFW08LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA169.md): Beech A36 · Olathe, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N28HN · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW08LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA167.md): Air Tractor AT-502B · Bethany, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N5005G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to take off with a known deficiency.
- [NTSB DEN08FA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08FA114.md): Aero Commander 500S · Linwood, KS · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N411JT · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-training inadvertently shutting off both engine fuel control valves causing a loss of power in both engines, and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane resulting in a stall. Contributing to the accident was the chief pilot's…
- [NTSB ANC08LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA078.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N3236P · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during an approach for landing, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB LAX08LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA191.md): Cessna 172S · Oceanside, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2008 · N2436F · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to regain airplane control during an intentional stall/spin maneuver.
- [NTSB DFW08CA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA168.md): Grumman G-164 · Tallulah, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 23, 2008 · N54229 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed.
- [NTSB CHI08CA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA168.md): Wolseley Motors SE5-A · Seymour, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 23, 2008 · N93725 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot/builder's failure to manufacture the airplane with an appropriate engine thrust angle. Contributing to the accident was the pilot/builder's adjustment of the horizontal stabilizer which rendered the airplane uncontrollable.
- [NTSB ANC08LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA076.md): Eurocopter AS-350 BA · Chickaloon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2008 · N357CH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's incorrect actions during an out-of ground-effect hover, which resulted in the helicopter entering a main rotor ring vortex state, and a settling with power condition, producing an excessive descent rate and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB NYC08LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA225.md): Rans Rans S-6ES · Lajas, PR · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 2008 · N131PR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin.
- [NTSB NYC08LA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA224.md): Aero Vodochody Aero. Works L-29 Delfin · Millville, NJ · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 2008 · N29DJ · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a clogged fuel filter that was not identified due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.
- [NTSB ANC08LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA075.md): Piper PA-18 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 2008 · N5408Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and liftoff, which resulted in a collision with trees and the ground.
- [NTSB LAX08CA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA194.md): Maule MX-7-180A · Angwin, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 21, 2008 · N1993F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB DEN08LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA109.md): Flight Design Ctsw · Von Ormy, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 2008 · N460CT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight decision by failing to refuel while en route, resulting in fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were a proper touchdown point was not possible and the inadequate display of the fuel quantity indicator.
- [NTSB DEN08LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA108.md): Mercer Avid Flyer Mk IV · Augusta, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 2008 · N6880L · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the engine cooling system's thermostat, causing the engine to overheat and seize. Contributing to the accident was the fence.
- [NTSB ANC08LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA077.md): Piper PA-18 · Willow, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 2008 · N91256 · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during an aborted landing for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a collision with terrain and subsequent nose over.
- [NTSB NYC08LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA222.md): Dennis P. McGurk F1 Rocket · Woodbine, NJ · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2008 · N623BL · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to select the proper tank prior to performing aerobatics.
- [NTSB NYC08CA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA229.md): Piper PA-18-105 · Fayetteville, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 20, 2008 · N221T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll out.
- [NTSB MIA08CA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA126.md): Taylorcraft F19 · Montgomery, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 20, 2008 · N3681T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper loading of personal belongings which resulted in rudder pedal interference.
- [NTSB DEN08LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA113.md): Southern Powered Parachutes Condor · Brookfield, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2008 · N3150U · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of familiarity and experience in the accident aircraft.
- [NTSB DEN08LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA107.md): Ayres S2R-G6 · Pine Bluff, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2008 · N61374 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of an electrical short in the wiring to the manual fuel switch that closed the fuel valves.
- [NTSB ANC08LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA082.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · Chugiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2008 · N1163E · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's lack of remedial action to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a berm. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control, and his lack…
- [NTSB SEA08CA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA153.md): Hammond MH1 · McCall, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 19, 2008 · N234MH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a inadvertent ground loop. Contributing to the accident were variable winds that resulted in a landing tailwind, and rough terrain.
- [NTSB NYC08CA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA220.md): Cessna 172P · Lancaster, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 19, 2008 · N52632 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.
- [NTSB LAX08CA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA188.md): Piper PA-36-375 · Lodi, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 19, 2008 · N3859E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight decision to continue the flight into an area of obscured visibility and his failure to maintain clearance above obstacles.
- [NTSB SEA08CA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA152.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Vernal, UT · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 18, 2008 · N6235P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to verify the airplane's fuel quantity during his preflight, resulting in fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the presence of a vehicle on the road where the pilot executed his forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC08FA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08FA218.md): Dehavilland DHC6 · Hyannis, MA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 2008 · N656WA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to remove the flight control lock prior to takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the Federal Aviation Administration's failure to issue an airworthiness directive making the manufacturer's previously-issued flight control lock service…
- [NTSB MIA08FA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08FA122.md): Yates Lancair IV-P · Springfield, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 2008 · N441L · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to a loss of engine oil as a result of the installation of the wrong oil adapter O-ring seal.
- [NTSB NYC08CA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA217.md): Schleicher ASW-27B · Warren, VT · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2008 · N227K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to divert to a suitable landing area.
- [NTSB LAX08CA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA185.md): Robinson R-22 Beta · Philomath, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2008 · N4000Y · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm during a pinnacle approach and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action and inadequate supervision of the flight. Contributing to the accident was the downdraft weather condition.
- [NTSB DFW08CA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA179.md): Hughes Aero Predator · Wharton, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2008 · N2572F · Minor damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.
- [NTSB CHI08LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08LA166.md): Helton Lark 95 · West Carrollton, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 17, 2008 · N86657 · Destroyed
  > The improper installation of spark plugs during the annual inspection which resulted in a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain during the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI08CA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA167.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Wadena, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 17, 2008 · N697DM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the tail wheel airplane during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's lack of recent experience in tail wheel airplanes.
- [NTSB MIA08LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA121.md): Mckeehan James F Acroduster II SA750 · Panama City, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 2008 · N363J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to recover from an intentional aerobatic maneuver due to loss of aileron control. Contributing to the accident was the installation of an inadequate aileron secondary stop block against the main spar of both lower wings.
- [NTSB MIA08CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA120.md): Beech S35 · Creola, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 15, 2008 · N83LP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate fuel calculations resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB LAX08CA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA245.md): Cessna 180 · Atlanta, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 15, 2008 · N2294C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged speed and distance during the intentional touchdown in the last half of the runway, which resulted in a landing overrun. Contributing to the accident was the muddy runway condition.

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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=196

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