NTSB investigations
10,134 cases where the sequence of events included Collision with terr/obj (non-CFIT).
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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\" = '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"
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" = '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
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 ANC13CA073Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna U206F · Kokhanok, AKThe pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with terrain.NTSB WPR13CA377Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAviat A-1B · West Jordan, UTThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB ERA13WA387Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationEmbraer 711ST · Paragominas, BrazilOn August 4, 2013, about 2230 universal coordinated time, an Embraer EMB-711ST (Piper PA-28RT-201T), Brazilian registration PT-RHI, operated by a private individual, was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain while on approach to the Aeroporto de…NTSB ERA13CA352Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-33A · Erwinna, PAThe student pilot's improper altitude and energy management in the landing pattern which resulted in the glider impacting a tree and landing short of the runway.NTSB CEN13LA472Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-301 · Simmesport, LAThe pilot's failure to maintain proper airplane pitch control while maneuvering at an altitude that was too low for recovery.NTSB CEN13CA485Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150D · Hermleigh, TXThe pilot's improper positional awareness, which resulted in an off airport landing and impact with terrain.NTSB ERA13FA348Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech D55 · Conway, SCThe pilot's loss of airplane control, which resulted from his failure to follow the loss of single engine power checklist procedures after a total loss of right engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper…NTSB ERA13CA350Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172S · Portsmouth, NHThe pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection resulting in his failure to remove the pin he used to lock the flight controls in place of the approved control lock.NTSB CEN13LA460Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSnyder Todd W Titan Tornado 1 · Wild Rose, WIThe improperly secured spark plug, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB CEN13FA456Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Chesterfield, MOThe pilot’s failure to establish and maintain a positive climb rate during the initial climb in night instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB CEN13CA458Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna R182 · Lago Vista, TXThe pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing in crosswind conditions, and an inadvertent aerodynamic stall during the subsequent go-around attempt.NTSB WPR13CA357Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportChampion 7EC · Sonoma, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB WPR13CA362Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · West Yellowstone, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and a collision with an approach slope indicator system component.NTSB CEN13LA454Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 140 · Jonesboro, ARThe pilot's improper flare and recovery from a bounced landing and his delay in performing an aborted landing.NTSB ERA13LA346Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFpna A-22 Valor · Wurtsboro, NYThe pilot’s failure to comply with the manufacturer’s limitations and guidance regarding flaperons usage at low altitude and in adverse wind conditions, which resulted in an in-flight loss of airplane control.NTSB ERA13TA341Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E · Jackson, KYThe helicopter pilot's inadvertent collision with an unmarked and uncharted utility wire of which he was unaware.NTSB ERA13LA344Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 369D · Center Point, WVA total 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 ERA13LA342Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Leonardtown, MDThe improper installation and inspection of the throttle linkage by maintenance personnel, which resulted in the throttle linkage coming loose and a subsequent partial loss of engine power.NTSB CEN13LA451Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-400A · Lombardville, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during takeoff.NTSB CEN13FA446Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCampbell Earl S JR RV-6A · Knox, INThe incapacitation of the pilot due to a cardiovascular event that prevented him from maintaining control of the airplane during the landing approach.NTSB ANC13CA069Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185E · Kotzebue, AKThe pilot's lack of situational awareness and failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain during takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident was the check airmen’s inadequate supervision.NTSB ERA13FA336Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportRobinson R66 · Noxen, PAThe pilot's decision to continue VFR flight into night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a loss of control.NTSB CEN13LA455Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Lafayette, INThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed in gusting wind conditions during the initial climb after takeoff, which led to the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and experiencing an aerodynamic stall.NTSB CEN13LA448Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R44 · Capron, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain main rotor speed while maneuvering at low altitude during an agricultural application flight, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent into terrain.NTSB CEN13LA439Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportWoods Rufus III Vans RV-8A · Lucas, KSThe noninstrument-rated pilot's inadvertent entry into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of airplane control.NTSB CEN13FA440Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportPhelps Kitfox III · Oshkosh, WIThe degraded fuel line, which prevented fuel from the left tank from reaching the header tank and resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB WPR13FA343Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Thompson Falls, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain helicopter control while operating in conditions conducive to a loss of tail rotor effectiveness.NTSB DCA13CA172Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportNasa Ames Research Center Sierra · Beaufort Sea, AKcontinued operation into engine intake system icing conditions resulting in a loss of power; due to schedule pressure and an insufficient risk management process.NTSB CEN13TA441Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportCessna 182S · Tecumseh, OKThe pilot's inadvertent aerodynamic stall at a low altitude, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain.NTSB ANC13CA070Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-135 · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot's inadequate evaluation of his landing area, which resulted in contact with terrain.NTSB WPR13CA352Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180J · Hungry Horse, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.NTSB ERA13LA339Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Farmingdale, NJThe airplane’s loss of lift shortly after picking up a banner for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examinations revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB CEN13LA437Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEnstrom F-28A · Danbury, TXThe loss of collective control for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive fire damage.NTSB CEN13CA445Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 170 · Burnet, TXThe pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB WPR13CA339Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Challis, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.NTSB CEN13LA459Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180H · Greencastle, INThe pilot's excessive application of the right brake during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB CEN13LA433Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportClayton Gerald H Glastar GS-1 · Columbus, INSlippage in the engine clutch and gear reduction module and a resultant uncommanded movement of the propeller blades into reverse thrust.NTSB CEN13LA436Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTexas Helicopter OH-13E/M74 · Champaign, ILThe pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter during an aerial application maneuver.NTSB ANC13LA068Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDehavilland Beaver DHC 2 · Thorne Bay, AKThe failure of the No. 1 linkrod bushing or the bottom portion of the linkrod, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB CEN13LA431Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer 269C · Gary, SDThe failure of the engine connecting rod due to fatigue.NTSB WPR13LA334Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEurocopter AS 350 B2 · Las Vegas, NVThe pilot receiving instruction's failure to maintain control of the helicopter in a hover, which resulted in a tail rotor ground strike.NTSB WPR13FA335Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20C · South Lake Tahoe, CAThe pilot’s decision to turn into rising terrain that would have required performance in excess of the airplane’s maximum climb rate to clear after taking off at a high density altitude.NTSB ERA13LA347Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDurfee Fred Quicksilver MXL · Lexington, TNThe student pilot/builder’s failure to maintain airspeed following a loss of engine power, which resulted in an exceedance of the wing’s critical angle-of-attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot/builder’s…NTSB ERA13LA328Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Tappahannock, VAA failure of the engine crankshaft top rear trailing forward counterweight retaining plate, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. The reason for the retaining plate’s failure could not be determined during postaccident examination.NTSB CEN13LA428Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCooper, David W. Challenger II · Mill Creek, INThe noncertificated pilot's improper fuel planning, which led to fuel exhaustion and a loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to obtain adequate instruction or an endorsement to solo in the accident airplane model, which…NTSB ERA13LA331Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Tupelo, MSThe pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB CEN13LA425Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-400 · Steward, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the guy wires during an aerial application maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to identify potential obstructions in the area before beginning low-altitude maneuvers.NTSB CEN13FA429Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-201T · Holdrege, NEThe loss of engine power during takeoff due to the activation of the primer diverter valve.NTSB ERA13FA325Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech 23 · Laurel, MDThe pilot's inadequate preflight preparation of the airplane, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during takeoff and his decision to operate the unairworthy airplane.NTSB ERA13LA329Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKrips Jack E JR Kolb MK III · Fowler, NYThe pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a nose-down collision with water.