NTSB investigations
10,140 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 ERA21LA291Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna A150K · Brooksville, FLA total loss of engine power as a result of carburetor icing.NTSB CEN21LA319Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT-401 · Carroll, IAThe wear-related failure of the airframe fuel boost pump, which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power.NTSB CEN21FA314Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPZL Mielec M18 · Seiling, OKThe pilot’s in-flight loss of control due to the structural failure of a wing fitting and separation of the outboard wing section. Also causal were the inadequate wing fitting inspections, which failed to detect the initial corrosion and crack before it…NTSB ERA21LA284Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 150 · Elba, ALThe partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice, which resulted in reduced climb capability and impact with trees during takeoff.NTSB WPR21FA266Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech C90 · Wikieup, AZThe failure and separation of the left wing’s outboard section due to a fatigue crack in the lower spar cap. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s decision to repair the wing spar instead of replacing it as recommended by the aircraft manufacturer.…NTSB ANC21LA057Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportDehavilland DHC-2-L-20 · Coffman Cove, AKThe pilot’s impact with a buoy on takeoff which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB GAA21WA210AccidentClass 5 · ForeignCessna 172 · Beirut, LebanonNTSB GAA21WA172Accident · 3 fatalClass 5 · ForeignDouglas DC3 · Restrepo, ColombiaNTSB WPR21LA268Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 212HP · Weed, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain altitude during an approach to a lake. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to release the full water bucket as the helicopter was settling, which reduced the helicopter’s out-of-ground-effect performance.NTSB ERA21LA279Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportTextron T206 · Statesville, NCThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.NTSB WPR21LA259Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 180J · Lander, WYThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a fence.NTSB ERA21LA277Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportVans RV7 · Pottstown, PAA total loss of power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN21LA306Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-151 · Pottsboro, TXThe airplane’s degraded performance from the rough, grass runway surface and the pilot’s delayed decision to abort the takeoff resulting in a runway excursion.NTSB WPR21FA258Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 172R · Missoula, MTThe pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed and exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at an altitude too low for recovery.NTSB CEN21FA299Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Lamoni, IAThe pilot did not maintain aircraft control during an attempted go-around after a bounced landing, which resulted in impact with terrain and a postimpact fire.NTSB WPR21LA261Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBeech 95-A55 · North Las Vegas, NVThe pilot’s inability to maintain directional control during landing roll due to a flat tire.NTSB WPR21LA252Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportSilverLight AR-1 · Lakeside, ORThe pilot’s inadequate decision to continue the takeoff after sufficient airspeed was not attained and his failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering to avoid obstructions, which resulted in a collision with the ground.NTSB CEN21LA294Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportConsolidated Aeronautics Lake LA-4-200 · Mio, MIThe pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff roll when the engine did not produce full power.NTSB WPR21FA243Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportFeraca Edward M Searey LSX · Logan, UTThe pilot’s loss of airplane control while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in a collision with a house.NTSB GAA21WA167Accident · Minor injuriesClass 5 · ForeignCessna 152 · Lima, PeruNTSB CEN21LA292Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCurnutt Elton E SKY Ranger B · Ellicott, COThe pilot’s loss of control while maneuvering at low altitude.NTSB ERA21LA269Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportGarlick Helicopters OH-58A+ · Alpine, ALThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from powerlines during a low-level aerial application flight, resulting in main rotor blade impact with a fiber-optic cable, a loss of control, and the helicopter’s subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB CEN21LA291Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Loveland, COThe flight instructor’s failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare and subsequent attempted go-around with a strong quartering crosswind.NTSB WPR21LA246Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAirborne Australia XT582 · Carson City, NVThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusting wind, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.NTSB ERA21LA267Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Easton, MDA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB WPR21LA240Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna T206 · Apple Valley, CAThe pilot's distraction due to adjusting the radio while taxing at night, which resulted in a taxiway excursion and subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB GAA21WA154Accident · Serious injuriesClass 5 · ForeignPiper PA-32-300 · Moorabbin Aerodrome, AustraliaNTSB ERA21FA263Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Mercer, TNA partial loss of engine power due to foreign object debris contamination of the left turbocharger wastegate. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to divert to the nearest airport.NTSB CEN21LA286Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAyres S2R-T34 · Leoti, KSThe pilot’s loss of visibility in the cockpit due to foam created by the chemicals loaded in the hopper, which resulted in his inability to maintain airplane control during low-level flight and an impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the…NTSB WPR21LA235Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportHPH Glasflugel · Winthrop, WAThe glider’s encounter with atmospheric conditions where the lift was not sufficient to maintain flight.NTSB WPR21FA233Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA-22-135 · White City, ORThe pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment due to his medical conditions and the effects of his medications.NTSB ERA21LA259Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportMaule M5 · Annapolis, MDThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB CEN21LA301Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportChristen Industries A-1 · Wilmington, OHThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff with gusting winds, which resulted in an inflight collision with a fence.NTSB CEN21LA283Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT-502B · Edwardsburg, MIThe pilot’s failure to identify rising terrain and to maintain terrain clearance from trees during an aerial application pass that resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and terrain.NTSB CEN21LA281Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportSchweizer SGS 1-35 · Wellington, COThe glider pilot’s loss of visual references during the landing approach resulting in an off-airport landing on rough sloping terrain.NTSB GAA21WA161Accident · 1 fatalClass 4 · ForeignBeech V35 · Padua, ItalyNTSB ERA21LA261Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172 · Jupiter, FLThe flight instructor’s failure to obtain the proper touchdown point during a forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the improper service and subsequent inadequate inspection of the single-drive, dual magneto, which resulted in a total loss of…NTSB ERA21FA258Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 150 · Yulee, FLThe flight instructor’s decision to conduct slow flight training at an altitude below the flight school’s minimum recovery altitude and his delayed remedial action when an aerodynamic stall occurred.NTSB ERA21FA257Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportAir Tractor AT-402B · Kinston, NCThe pilot’s decision to conduct low-level aerobatic maneuvers in an airplane not approved for aerobatic flight, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin, a loss of control, and an impact with terrain.NTSB GAA21WA145Accident · 1 fatalClass 5 · ForeignRobinson R44 · Eidanger, NorwayNTSB DCA21WA159Accident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Derbyshire, United KingdomNTSB WPR21FA227Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCovey Tri Quickie · Gila Bend, AZThe pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during the takeoff initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the reduced airplane performance due to high density…NTSB ERA21FA253Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportVans RV6 · Buckingham, PAAn exhaust system leak that resulted in failure of the oil quick drain, a loss of oil lubrication, an in-flight fire, and the pilot’s subsequent loss of airplane control.NTSB CEN21FA270Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportAir Tractor 502B · Paragould, ARAn inflight loss of control and subsequent impact with terrain during an aerial application flight for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB CEN21LA265Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 180K · Columbus, OHThe loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from sealant contamination in the wing.NTSB WPR21LA226Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 170B · Miles City, MTThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff which resulted in a ground loop and collision with terrain.NTSB ERA21LA247Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportGarrison Ronald L Zodiac 601 XL · Cumberland, MDAn inadvertent release of the canopy, which allowing the canopy to open during flight and led to an inflight loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the lack of any safeguard to prevent the inadvertent opening of the canopy.NTSB ERA21FA239Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportSchweizer SGS 1-35 · Wurtsboro, NYThe pilot’s low-altitude release from tow for reasons that could not be determined, and his subsequent exceedance of the glider’s critical angle of attack while returning to the runway, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.NTSB CEN21LA251Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportKevin Lippert Zenith CH 750 · Montrose, COThe loss of engine power due to fuel vapor lock.NTSB CEN21LA248Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBeech 1900 · Denver, COThe pilot’s failure to properly configure the airplane for landing, which resulted in a gear-up landing.