NTSB investigations
1,332 cases where the sequence of events included Collision during takeoff/land.
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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\" = '490' 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" = '490' 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 ERA09CA442Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRans S12 · Quitman, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance on final approach.NTSB ANC09CA076Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot’s misjudged landing on a downsloping, short landing strip, resulting in a nose over.NTSB CEN09CA498Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportRans Employee Flying Club Rans S-6S · Montezuma, INThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after takeoff resulting in an impact with a power line and the ground.NTSB CEN09CA475Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportGlasflugel Standard Libelle · Faribault, MNThe pilot's inability to maintain proper airspeed on approach to land.NTSB CEN09CA472Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFisher RV-7A · Brodhead, WIThe pilot's improper landing flare and recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB CEN09LA467Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft BF12 · Sawyer, MIThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while taking off from a short, grass runway.NTSB ANC09CA073Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportTaylorcraft BC12-D · Tok, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a parked truck during takeoff from a roadway, resulting in a collision with the truck.NTSB ANC09LA072Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDehavilland Beaver DHC-2 · Iliamna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area with an unfavorable wind.NTSB CEN09CA449Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFoglio Tiger CUB · Toronto, OHThe pilot not turning off the carburetor heat prior to takeoff resulting in the engine's reduced performance, and his failure to remain clear of the tree during takeoff.NTSB CEN09CA448Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna C-182 · Fox Lake, ILThe pilot's inadequate flight planning and continued flight into adverse weather resulting in the collision with the pier during landing.NTSB WPR09LA343Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206G · Yellow Pine, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees while taking off in a high-density altitude. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to perform pre-takeoff performance calculations, his positioning of the elevator trim in a nose-down…NTSB CEN09CA437Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172K · Pine River, MNThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB ERA09LA378Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEurocopter AS 350 B2 · Loris, SCThe crew's failure to see and avoid a steel pole during a nighttime approach to the helipad.NTSB ANC09CA111Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Homer, AKThe pilot's excessive airspeed during approach to compensate for turbulence, resulting in a hard landing and runway overrun.NTSB WPR09LA323Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRepublic RC-3 · Burley, IDThe flight instructor's failure to maintain clearance from power lines during takeoff.NTSB WPR09FA316Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Rimrock, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of flight experience, and his delayed initiation of a go-around.NTSB CEN09FA393Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-300 · Lakeview, ARThe pilot's poor judgment/decision making in attempting the no-flap takeoff, his failure to comply with weight and balance limitations, and his failure to calculate the airplane's performance under exiting conditions.NTSB CEN09CA371Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBuckeye Dream Mach · Marian, INThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the utility pole and power lines.NTSB ERA09CA359Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAircraft Mfg & Development CH 601XL S · Vaughn, MSThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning.NTSB WPR09CA288Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Hell's Canyon, ORThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees.NTSB ERA09FA345Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-180 · Scotia, NYThe flight instructor's failure to ensure that the airplane was properly configured for a short field takeoff, and his decision to not abort the takeoff.NTSB WPR09CA285Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 175A · Polacca, AZThe pilot’s failure to adequately estimate the required distance to avoid obstructions while taking off from a road.NTSB CEN09CA359Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHiller UH-12E · Stringtown, OKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power lines. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's preoccupation with personal affairs.NTSB ERA09CA328Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportTrick Trikes Storm Thunder · Raleigh, NCThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control on approach for landing.NTSB ERA09CA332Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportTeratorn Tierra · Cutchogue, NYThe pilot's decision to attempt takeoff from unsuitable terrain.NTSB CEN09CA349Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGreat Lakes 2T-1A-2 · Hamilton, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree while on short final.NTSB ANC09CA054Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Tyonek, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.NTSB CEN09CA339Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 47G · San Marcos, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power lines.NTSB ERA09CA313Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPensinger Zodiac 601 · Greeneville, TNAn encounter with wind shear on initial climb after takeoff.NTSB CEN09CA332Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHughes 369A · Baltimore, OHThe pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point, and his decision not to perform a go-around.NTSB CEN09CA323Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportAir Tractor AT-502 · Mendota, ILThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation and his failure to perform an aborted takeoff.NTSB CEN09CA313Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportWSK PZL Mielec M-18A · DeWitt, ARThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the well stand-pipe during the takeoff climb.NTSB CEN09CA302Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportErcoupe 415-C · Gallup, NMThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude.NTSB CEN09CA292Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172N · Springdale, ARThe student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll and subsequent go-around.NTSB WPR09CA238Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Globe, AZThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswinds during landing.NTSB CEN09CA269Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportLet L-23 Super Blanik · Adrian, MIThe flight instructor's inadequate compensation for the strong, gusting crosswind during landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's decision to attempt flight with known adverse weather approaching the airport.NTSB ERA09CA270Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150G · Kingston, NYThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during approach.NTSB ERA09CA262Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportTecnam P2002 Sierra · Lake Wales, FLThe pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control and failure to maintain clearance from trees during initial climb.NTSB CEN09LA262Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCapra, Salvatore O Aventura 2 · Des Allemands, LAThe pilot’s failure to achieve adequate altitude and airspeed before beginning a downwind turn after takeoff.NTSB ERA09WA253Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationCessna 208 · Canaima, VenezuelaNone.NTSB CEN09LA247Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182T · Stigler, OKThe loss of directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off with 40-degrees of flaps and with a tailwind.NTSB WPR09CA188Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportHiller Sixchuter Legend XL · Vancouver, WAThe pilot's failure to attain/maintain adequate airspeed to become airborne within the distance available for takeoff.NTSB CEN09LA252Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 222B · Gulf of Mexico, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstructions while landing on a shipboard helipad.NTSB WPR09LA244Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 369HS · Pacific Ocean (Pacific Ocean)The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an object during takeoff from the deck of a fishing vessel.NTSB CEN09LA236Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportArgence RV-8 · Angleton, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during initial climbout.NTSB ANC09CA028Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area with an unfavorable wind.NTSB CEN09CA210Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAeronca 7AC · Bagley, MNThe pilot's delayed aborted takeoff, which resulted in the ski-equipped airplane running aground and striking trees. Contributing to the accident was the slush layer that had formed since the previous landing.NTSB ANC09LA023Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHelio H-295 · Healy, AKThe pilot's delay in initiating a climb while he was packing snow with the airplane's skis in preparation for landing, resulting in a collision with brush.NTSB CEN09LA201Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 · Midland, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a pole.NTSB WPR09CA148Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportEurocopter AS350BA · Long Beach, CAThe pilot's misjudged speed and altitude, which resulted in an undershoot of the landing zone.