NTSB investigations
52 cases where NTSB found Airport facilities/design, general.
Cases per year
| 2008 | 34 |
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| 2009 | 4 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2025 | 2 |
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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 f.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_findings.parquet' f WHERE starts_with(f.\"findingCode\", '03017000')) 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 f.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_findings.parquet' f WHERE starts_with(f."findingCode", '03017000')) 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 DCA25LA117Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBoeing 737-832 · Seattle, WAThe Japan Airlines flight crew’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from the parked Delta Air Lines aircraft while taxiing in congested ramp conditions.NTSB ANC25LA016Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-31-350 · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot’s failure to recognize that an automated taxiway gate was closing, and the pilot’s failure stop for the closing gate.NTSB DCA20MA002Accident · 1 fatalClass 1 · MajorFinal reportSaab 2000 · Unalaska, AKThe landing gear manufacturer’s incorrect wiring of the wheel speed transducer harnesses on the left main landing gear during overhaul. The incorrect wiring caused the antiskid system not to function as intended, resulting in the failure of the left outboard…NTSB CEN19TA196Accident · No injuriesFinal reportAeronca 65 C · Gilliam, LAThe pilot's failure to see and avoid a dark-colored utility pole while taxiing for takeoff.NTSB GAA16CA396Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150 · Williamsburg, VAAn evasive maneuver during the landing flare to avoid deer on the runway, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the lack of an airport perimeter fence.NTSB GAA16CA304Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 120 · Climax, NCAn evasive maneuver during the landing roll to avoid deer on the runway, which resulted in a runway excursion and a nose over. Contributing to the accident was the lack of an airport perimeter fence.NTSB CEN14FA396Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportRender RV 9A · Oshkosh, WIThe pilot's failure to establish a stabilized approach and to maintain airspeed during final approach over obstacles resulting in a stall/mush.NTSB WPR14CA314Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182Q · Warren, IDThe pilot's attempt to depart on an unpaved road, which he mistook for the unpaved runway. Contributing to the accident was the fact that the road and the runway were conjoined for the first few hundred feet of the runway.NTSB CEN13LA570Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 28-181 · Algona, IAFuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to ensure he had sufficient fuel on board to complete the planned flight. Contributing to the accident was the incomplete information provided by the airport's AWOS.NTSB CEN13LA237Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportAlon A2 · Greenbrier, ARThe pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and porpoise. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's limited recent flying experience and proficiency and the challenging runway environment.NTSB CEN13LA041Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172S · Roanoke, TXThe student pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles on the runway approach path. Contributing to the accident was the airport management's decision to relocate the runway displaced threshold, which did not provide an adequate safety margin for…NTSB WPR11MA454Accident · 11 fatalClass 1 · MajorFinal reportNorth American/Aero Classics P-51D · Reno, NVThe reduced stiffness of the elevator trim tab system that allowed aerodynamic flutter to occur at racing speeds. The reduced stiffness was a result of deteriorated locknut inserts that allowed the trim tab attachment screws to become loose and to initiate…NTSB DCA10CA075Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 737 · New York, NYa baggage cart impacting the airplane and causing substantial damage as a result of the jet blast from a passing airplane.NTSB ERA10FA259Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Tuscaloosa, ALThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering to land, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and collision with the ground.NTSB WPR10CA035Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Angwin, CAThe pilot's failure to properly identify the runway surface for takeoff and his subsequent failure to abort the takeoff when he realized he was not on the runway. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to select the appropriate radio frequency…NTSB ERA09CA508Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney 231 · Charlottesville, VAThe pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and lack of familiarity with the airport diagram, which resulted in a runway excursion onto a grassy area.NTSB CEN09CA158Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 170 · Cottonwood Falls, KSThe decision of the pilot to attempt operations outside the forward center of gravity limit. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's selection of an inadequate runway for the conditions.NTSB CEN09MA142Accident · Serious injuriesClass 1 · MajorFinal reportAerospatiale Alenia ATR 42-320 · Lubbock, TXThe flight crew's failure to monitor and maintain a minimum safe airspeed while executing an instrument approach in icing conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at low altitude. Contributing to the accident were 1) the flight crew's failure to…NTSB ERA09CA024Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportLange Flugzeugbau E1 Antares · Winter Haven, FLThe failure of the pilot of the other airplane to announce his intentions prior to takeoff, resulting in a runway incursion. Contributing to the accident was the limited forward visibility due to the runway slope.NTSB MIA08CA198Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney M20S · New Castle, PAThe on-ground collision with a deer during the takeoff roll. A contributing factor in the accident was the failure to completely secure the airport perimeter.NTSB LAX08CA264Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Oceanside, CAA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion that was caused by the pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations and failure to refuel the airplane en route.NTSB CHI08CA249Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMorane-Saulnier MS-760/B · St Paul, MNRestriction of the elevator controls due to the presence of the seat belt buckled around the co-pilot control stick. An additional cause was the failure of the pilot to verify that the flight controls were unobstructed before flight. Contributing factors were…NTSB SEA08CA173Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCosmos Phase II · Carson City, NVThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.NTSB DEN08CA133Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech C23 · Augusta, KSThe student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident were the flight instructor's inadequate supervision, turbulence, airspeed was not maintained, and compensation for the wind conditions was inadequate.NTSB NYC08CA269Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Jefferson, NCA loss of directional control during the takeoff roll for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the severity of the event was the descending embankment adjacent to the runway.NTSB LAX08CA225Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182J · Metaline Falls, WAThe pilot's misjudged altitude and distance, which resulted in the airplane's failure to attain the proper touchdown point and a landing overrun. Contributing to the accident were trees and the short runway.NTSB DEN08LA121Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 337G · Point Lookout, MOA fuel flange seal leak and water in the fuel resulting in a loss of engine power during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate preflight.NTSB CHI08CA181Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech C23 · Schaumburg, ILThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind and his failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusting crosswind, and the embankment.NTSB LAX08CA204Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAeronca 7DC · Elk River, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control.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 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 LAX08CA176Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportClarke Colin Glastar · Wenatchee, WAThe pilot's failure to initiate a timely go-around after the first bounce.NTSB LAX08CA169Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Byron, CAThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout.NTSB CHI08CA159Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Athens, OHThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A factor contributing to the accident was a nose wheel vibration.NTSB LAX08CA172Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna T337G · GreatBarrington, MAThe pilot's misjudgment of distance and altitude, and failure to attain the proper touchdown point. The pilot's delayed remedial action was also causal.NTSB DEN08CA099Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper Seneca · Plaquemine, LAThe certified flight instructor's poor decision to simulate a loss of engine on takeoff with a wet runway and the pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the dew covered runway surface and the ditch.NTSB NYC08CA188Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPilatus PC-12 · Burnsville, NCThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. Contributing to the accident was the gusty wind conditions.NTSB LAX08CA147Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech B-23 · Bagdad, AZThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain runway alignment. Contributing factors were the gusty crosswind weather conditions and the rocky terrain adjacent to the runway.NTSB DFW08CA145Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportWeatherly 201B · Nickerson, KSThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.NTSB CHI08CA117Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182D · Madison, INThe inadequate preflight inspection of the landing gear tires by the pilot, which did not identify a worn tire and resulted in a flat tire during landing touchdown. An additional cause was the directional control not possible during the landing rollout, and…NTSB SEA08CA111Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportAviat A-1C-200 · Bluff, UTThe pilot's inadequate short-field landing procedure and excessive airspeed that resulted in a landing overrun. Contributing to the accident were gusting unfavorable winds, the short runway, and rocks off the departure end of the strip.NTSB MIA08CA095Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportChampion 7KCAB · Alexander City, ALThe separation of the right tail wheel spring on landing roll out for undetermined reasons, resulting in a loss of directional control and collision with a ditch.NTSB LAX08CA120Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Plant City, FLThe pilot's excessive taxi speed, which led to a loss of control.NTSB LAX08CA114Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMurphy Murphy Rebel · Grass Valley, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control.NTSB NYC08CA166Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportWim J Huisman Velocity 173 Fixed · Ocala, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing. Contributing to the accident was the wind gusts.NTSB LAX08CA106Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMaule M-5-235C · Monroe, WAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.NTSB LAX08CA100Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportQuestair Venture · Salt Lake City, UTThe failure of the left side master brake cylinder that led to a loss of braking capability during landing rollout. A contributing factor was the presence of a ditch next to the runway's end.NTSB NYC08CA159Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Vero Beach, FLThe student pilot's loss of directional control on landing. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind and wind gusts.NTSB DFW08LA089Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA24-260 · Abbeville, LAThe failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other approaching airplane. A contributing factor was the close proximity between the two private airstrips.NTSB LAX08CA082Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman-Schweizer G-164B · Colfax, WAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed that resulted in a stall mush, and, the subsequent failure to maintain terrain and obstacle clearance during the takeoff initial climb.…