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 CHI08CA173Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech A23A · Sheboygan, WIThe 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 LAX08CA207Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna T206H · Fullerton, CAThe 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 ERA09CA543Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper J3C-65 · Rosedale, MSThe failure of the pilots to maintain airspeed following a reported partial loss of engine power.NTSB DFW08CA175Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportChristen Industries A-1 · Pueblo, COThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the wind gust and tailwind.NTSB CHI08CA194Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150F · Johannesburg, MIThe 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 MIA08CA127Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportLima Sky Raider I · Homestead, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during initial climb.NTSB LAX08CA216Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Skykomish, WAThe 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 LAX08LA206Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · El Cajon, CAThe 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 LAX08CA173Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech A36 · Ryegate, MTThe 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 NYC08LA228Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Toms River, NJThe failure of the pilot's seat to engage or remain engaged due to the improper inspection of the worn seat tracks.NTSB NYC08CA230Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 SP · Stevensville, MDThe flight instructor's delayed decision to go around.NTSB LAX08CA199Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Mesa, AZThe student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain directional control.NTSB LAX08LA193Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportSnow S2C · Glenn's Ferry, IDFailure of the pilot to maintain an adequate airspeed resulting in an aerodynamic stall/spin while maneuvering.NTSB LAX08CA192Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · San Diego, CAThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing.NTSB LAX08CA189Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Laramie, WYThe 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 DFW08LA169Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Olathe, KSA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB DFW08LA167Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-502B · Bethany, MOThe pilot's decision to take off with a known deficiency.NTSB DEN08FA114Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportAero Commander 500S · Linwood, KSThe 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 ANC08LA078Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Iliamna, AKA loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during an approach for landing, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with terrain.NTSB LAX08LA191Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172S · Oceanside, CAFailure of the pilot to regain airplane control during an intentional stall/spin maneuver.NTSB DFW08CA168Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman G-164 · Tallulah, LAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed.NTSB CHI08CA168Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportWolseley Motors SE5-A · Seymour, INThe 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 ANC08LA076Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEurocopter AS-350 BA · Chickaloon, AKThe 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 NYC08LA225Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportRans Rans S-6ES · Lajas, PRThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin.NTSB NYC08LA224Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportAero Vodochody Aero. Works L-29 Delfin · Millville, NJA 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 ANC08LA075Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and liftoff, which resulted in a collision with trees and the ground.NTSB LAX08CA194Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMaule MX-7-180A · Angwin, CAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control.NTSB DEN08LA109Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFlight Design Ctsw · Von Ormy, TXThe 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 DEN08LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMercer Avid Flyer Mk IV · Augusta, KSFailure of the engine cooling system's thermostat, causing the engine to overheat and seize. Contributing to the accident was the fence.NTSB ANC08LA077Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Willow, AKA 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 NYC08LA222Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportDennis P. McGurk F1 Rocket · Woodbine, NJA 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 NYC08CA229Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-105 · Fayetteville, NCThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll out.NTSB MIA08CA126Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportTaylorcraft F19 · Montgomery, ALThe pilot's improper loading of personal belongings which resulted in rudder pedal interference.NTSB DEN08LA113Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSouthern Powered Parachutes Condor · Brookfield, MOthe 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 DEN08LA107Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAyres S2R-G6 · Pine Bluff, ARA 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 ANC08LA082Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · Chugiak, AKThe 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 SEA08CA153Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHammond MH1 · McCall, IDThe 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 NYC08CA220Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Lancaster, PAThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.NTSB LAX08CA188Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-36-375 · Lodi, CAThe 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 SEA08CA152Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Vernal, UTThe 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 NYC08FA218Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportDehavilland DHC6 · Hyannis, MAThe 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 MIA08FA122Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportYates Lancair IV-P · Springfield, KYA 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 NYC08CA217Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchleicher ASW-27B · Warren, VTThe pilot's delayed decision to divert to a suitable landing area.NTSB LAX08CA185Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-22 Beta · Philomath, ORThe 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 DFW08CA179Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes Aero Predator · Wharton, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.NTSB CHI08LA166Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportHelton Lark 95 · West Carrollton, OHThe 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 CHI08CA167Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Wadena, MNThe 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 MIA08LA121Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMckeehan James F Acroduster II SA750 · Panama City, FLThe 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 MIA08CA120Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech S35 · Creola, ALThe pilot's inadequate fuel calculations resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB LAX08CA245Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Atlanta, IDThe 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.