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1,558 cases where the sequence of events included Miscellaneous/other.
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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\" = '900' 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"
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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" = '900' 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 CEN20LA013Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT 502 · Lamesa, TXThe pilot's improper decision to maneuver at a low altitude and in close proximity to a wind turbine undergoing maintenance, which resulted in a collision with a tagline rope being held by a worker on the ground and serious injury to the worker.NTSB GAA20CA044Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRichard B Carpenter AR-1 · Brooksville, FLThe pilot's failure to attain the proper rotor speed before takeoff, which resulted in the rotor blade striking the rudder. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner.NTSB GAA20CA027Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportZenith Zenith 601XLB · Gastonia, NCThe pilot's failure to latch the canopy before departure, which resulted in the canopy opening and the subsequent loss of airplane control.NTSB GAA20CA017Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA28 · Dayton, OHThe pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and an off-airport landing, during which the airplane struck a vehicle.NTSB GAA20CA042Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech 19 · Somerville, TNThe pilot's failure to move the fuel selector position to the "on" position before takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power and necessitated a forced landing to a field shortly after takeoff, and his subsequent improper decision to take off…NTSB GAA20CA012Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportAerostar International RX 7 · Rio Rancho, NMThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate descent rate during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and a postaccident fire.NTSB GAA20CA003Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportVans RV9 · Lake Elsinore, CAThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi, which resulted in the landing gear collapsing and a nose-over.NTSB CEN19LA334Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT802 · Columbus, MSA total loss of engine power control for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA19LA282Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 337 · St. Augustine, FLThe failure of the pilot and examiner to recognize that the rear engine was not developing power, which resulted in an attempted partial-power takeoff and the airplane’s subsequent descent and impact with terrain.NTSB GAA19CA563Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDe Havilland Beaver DHC 2 · Mountain Village, AKThe pilot's improper takeoff configuration due to distraction, which resulted in the airplane’s failure to become airborne and its subsequent collision with rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use the Before Takeoff…NTSB GAA19CA562Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDe Havilland Beaver DHC 2 MK.1 · Kotzebue, AKThe pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff from water after the airplane impacted a submerged object, which resulted in insufficient airspeed for liftoff and led to the pilot steering the airplane toward a mud embankment to avoid rocks.NTSB GAA19CA554Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA32R · Owasso, OKThe pilot's improper altitude and airspeed control during landing, which resulted in the airplane landing long and a subsequent runway overrun and impact with a drainage culvert.NTSB ERA19CA291Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech 55 · Sebring, FLThe passenger’s inadvertent retraction of the landing gear during the landing roll without being instructed to do so by the pilot.NTSB CEN19LA320Accident · Minor injuriesClass 2 · LimitedFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Hoagland, INA catastrophic engine failure and forced landing due to the separation of the No. 1 connecting rod as a result of migration of the connecting rod piston pin bushing. Contributing to the accident was the mechanic’s failure to follow manufacturer guidance…NTSB GAA19CA543Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150 · Memphis, TNThe student pilot's improper landing flare and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.NTSB CEN19LA316Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportInfinity Powered Parachutes IPP2 · Eustace, TXThe pilot’s failure to see and avoid a power line. Contributing was the pilot’s decision to fly at an altitude too low to avoid obstacles.NTSB GAA19CA585Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech 23 · Keystone Heights, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a construction sign during taxi operations.NTSB CEN19LA309Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 206 · Walkerton, INThe partial loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.NTSB GAA19CA535Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportAir Tractor AT 602 · Turkey, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a low pass, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.NTSB ANC19CA057Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA22 · Arctic Village, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering to avoid mountainous terrain, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall.NTSB WPR19FA244Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 172 · McKenzie Bridge, ORThe pilot's delayed climb and misjudgment of the airplane’s performance and the runway distance needed to clear obstacles at the end of the runway, which resulted in a collision with trees and subsequent impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was…NTSB GAA19CA507Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMaule M5 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's excessive braking during landing on a dry lakebed, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB GAA19CA505Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPipistrel Sinus 912 · Oxford, FLThe pilot’s continued use of battery power during a nonpowered flight in a powered-glider, which depleted the battery to a level that was insufficient to power the starter during the engine restart sequence and resulted in a forced landing to a soft field and…NTSB ERA19LA255Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 310 · Tampa, FLThe failure of the right main landing gear to fully extend and lock for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB GAA19CA517Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Arlington, WAThe pilot's failure to properly secure the seat before takeoff, which resulted in it sliding back during takeoff and rendering him unable to reach the rudder pedals and throttle lever, a subsequent runway excursion, ground loop, and impact with a berm.NTSB GAA19CA501Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportChampion 7GCBC · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot's overapplication of brakes during landing on unimproved terrain, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB GAA19CA496Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna TU206 · Regina, NMThe pilot's improper preflight performance planning for a high-density altitude takeoff from a short, dirt airstrip, which resulted in impact with terrain.NTSB ERA19FA251Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCirrus SR22 · Tappahannock, VAThe pilot's inability to land on the runway in dark night conditions with reported smoke in the cockpit, which necessitated the deployment of the airplane's parachute system.NTSB ANC19LA046Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 208B · Lahaina, HIThe pilots’ failure to maintain a proper approach speed and their decision to continue the approach for landing, which resulted in the airplane landing long and a subsequent runway overrun.NTSB CEN19LA269Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 206 · Blair, NEThe loss of main rotor rpm for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB GAA19CA497Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA 12 · McCarthy, AKThe pilot's overapplication of brakes during landing, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB ANC19TA044Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3Final reportCessna 180 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot’s failure to maintain takeoff heading due to sun glare, which resulted in his inability to see an island adjacent to the water lane and subequent impact with the island.NTSB GAA19CA488Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Hollywood, FLThe student pilot's improper decision to turn off the runway while the airplane was moving too fast after landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a taxiway sign.NTSB WPR19WA210Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationLiberty Aerospace XL-2 · Braidwood, AustraliaOn August 6, 2019, at 0138 coordinated universal time, a Liberty Aerospace XL-2, registration VH-XLK, collided with terrain during a landing attempt near Braidwood, New South Wales, Australia. The pilot and sole occupant was fatally injured, and the airplane…NTSB GAA19CA504Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182 · Oakland, CAThe pilot's premature full retraction of the flaps during a go-around and his subsequent improper decision to turn with a minimal climb gradient, which resulted in an off-airport landing and a landing gear collapse.NTSB GAA19CA483Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchleicher ASW 24 · Paulden, AZThe pilot's distraction due to the environment, his failure to lower the landing gear, and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control while landing the glider, which resulted in impact with a utility box.NTSB WPR19WA206Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationBell 47G · Limpopo Province, South AfricaOn July 30, 2019, about 0900 coordinated universal time, a Bell 47G-3B-1 helicopter, ZS-HGY, impacted terrain following a total loss of engine power near Alldays, Limpopo Province, South Africa. The pilot was fatally injured, and the passenger was seriously…NTSB GAA19CA464Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Westminster, MDThe pilot's improper decision to continue the landing with the airplane high and fast during the approach, which resulted in a long landing and a subsequent runway overrun and nose-over.NTSB GAA19CA472Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Mt. Sterling, KYThe pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll due to distraction by the passenger window being unsecured, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a runway distance marker. Contributing to the accident was pilot’s failure to…NTSB GAA19CA465Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech 36 · Richmond, VAThe pilot's failure to maintain lateral control and attain sufficient altitude to clear rising terrain during an attempted go-around.NTSB CEN19WA291Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationSikorsky S76 · Vigo, SpainOn July 26, 2019, about 2130 coordinated universal time, a Sikorsky S76 C+, EC-JES, impacted terrain at the Vigo Airport (LEVX), Vigo, Spain. The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the government of Spain. This report is for…NTSB GAA19CA450Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRockwell 112A · Cove, ORThe pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff from a grass runway, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent impact with a pole.NTSB GAA19CA433Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBrumbaugh David R DRB Raider · Laramie, WYThe pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB GAA19CA421Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportWillie Bennett Glastar · Lompoc, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath during a night landing, which resulted in impact with a tree.NTSB GAA19CA416Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportThomas Wild Avid · York, SCThe pilot's inadvertent reduction of power during the initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the pilot’s inadvertent reduction of power was his lack of experience with his left hand on the control stick and right hand on the…NTSB ERA19LA226Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 120 · Summit, SCA total loss of engine power during initial climb due to carburetor ice formation.NTSB GAA19CA402Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Talkeetna, AKThe pilot's improper soft-field landing technique, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB GAA19CA466Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDiamond DA 42 NG · Palatka, FLThe pilot receiving instruction's failure to extend the landing gear and the flight instructor's failure to verify that the landing gear was extended due to distraction, which resulted in a gear-up landing.NTSB CEN19LA217Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA34 · Ypsilanti, MIThe pilot's premature movement of the landing gear selector to the "up" position during takeoff, which allowed the landing gear to retract before a positive climb rate was established, and the lack of a positive climb rate, which led to the airplane settling…NTSB GAA19CA392Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportNorth Wing Uum Scout · Westfield, INThe student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and wing strike.