NTSB investigations, MN

99 cases where the phase of flight was Taxi.

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Query with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "WITH phase_names(main, name) AS (VALUES (100, 'Prior to flight'), (150, 'Standing'), (200, 'Pushback/towing'), (250, 'Taxi'), (300, 'Takeoff'), (350, 'Initial climb'), (400, 'Enroute'), (450, 'Maneuvering'), (500, 'Approach'), (550, 'Landing'), (600, 'Emergency descent'), (650, 'Uncontrolled descent'), (700, 'Post-impact'), (750, 'After landing'), (800, 'Other'), (990, 'Unknown')),
    crosswalk(code, main, name) AS (VALUES (500, 150, 'Standing'), (501, 150, 'Standing - pre-flight'), (502, 150, 'Standing - starting engine(s)'), (503, 150, 'Standing - engine(s) operating'), (504, 150, 'Standing - engine(s) not operating'), (505, 150, 'Standing - idling rotors'), (510, 250, 'Taxi'), (511, 200, 'Taxi - pushback/tow'), (512, 250, 'Taxi - to takeoff'), (513, 250, 'Taxi - from landing'), (514, 250, 'Taxi - aerial'), (520, 300, 'Takeoff'), (521, 300, 'Takeoff - roll/run'), (522, 350, 'Takeoff - initial climb'), (523, 300, 'Takeoff - aborted'), (530, 400, 'Climb'), (531, 400, 'Climb - to cruise'), (540, 400, 'Cruise'), (541, 400, 'Cruise - normal'), (542, 400, 'Maneuvering - holding (IFR)'), (550, 400, 'Descent'), (551, 400, 'Descent - normal'), (552, 600, 'Descent - emergency'), (553, 650, 'Descent - uncontrolled'), (560, 500, 'Approach'), (561, 500, 'Approach - VFR pattern - downwind'), (562, 500, 'Approach - VFR pattern - base turn'), (563, 500, 'Approach - VFR pattern - base leg/base to final'), (564, 500, 'Approach - VFR pattern - final approach'), (565, 500, 'Go-around (VFR)'), (566, 500, 'Approach - IAF to FAF/outer marker (IFR)'), (567, 500, 'Approach - FAF/outer marker to threshold (IFR)'), (568, 500, 'Circling (IFR)'), (569, 500, 'Missed approach (IFR)'), (570, 550, 'Landing'), (571, 550, 'Landing - flare/touchdown'), (572, 550, 'Landing - roll'), (573, 550, 'Landing - aborted'), (574, 550, 'Emergency landing'), (575, 550, 'Emergency landing after takeoff'), (576, 600, 'Emergency descent/landing'), (580, 450, 'Maneuvering'), (581, 450, 'Maneuvering - aerial application'), (582, 450, 'Maneuvering - turn to reverse direction'), (583, 450, 'Maneuvering - turn to landing area (emergency)'), (590, 450, 'Hover'), (591, 450, 'Hover - in ground effect'), (592, 450, 'Hover - out of ground effect'), (600, 800, 'Other'), (610, 990, 'Unknown')),
    current_codes AS (
      SELECT e.case_mkey, TRY_CAST(e.\"tier1Number\" AS INTEGER) AS code,
        row_number() OVER (PARTITION BY e.case_mkey ORDER BY coalesce(e.\"isDefiningEvent\", false) DESC, e.position) AS n
      FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_events.parquet' e
      WHERE e.aircrafts_position = 1 AND e.\"tier1Number\" GLOB '[1-9][0-9]*'
        AND (e.\"isDefiningEvent\" OR e.case_mkey IN (SELECT \"mKey\" FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' WHERE \"isPre1982\"))
    ),
    phases AS (
      SELECT case_mkey, 'current' AS scheme, code, CASE WHEN code >= 990 THEN 990 ELSE code // 50 * 50 END AS main
      FROM current_codes WHERE n = 1
      UNION ALL
      SELECT o.case_mkey, 'older', o.\"phaseOfFlightCode\", w.main
      FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o JOIN crosswalk w ON w.code = o.\"phaseOfFlightCode\"
      WHERE o.aircrafts_position = 1 AND o.\"occurrenceNumber\" = 1 AND o.case_mkey NOT IN (SELECT case_mkey FROM current_codes)
    ),
    case_phases AS (
      SELECT p.*, c.\"eventDate\", c.\"highestInjuryLevel\" = 'Fatal' AS fatal, a.aircraft_model_code
      FROM phases p JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c.\"mKey\" = p.case_mkey
      LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = p.case_mkey AND a.position = 1
      WHERE c.\"eventDate\" >= DATE '1962-01-01' AND p.main IN (SELECT main FROM phase_names)
    )
  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.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'MN' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
    AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT case_mkey FROM case_phases WHERE main = 250)
  ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"

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NTSB CEN21LA451Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportChristen Industries A-1 · Eden Prairie, MNThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop.Sep 23, 2021 · N2923W · Substantial damageNTSB CHI08CA265Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · New Ulm, MNThe failure of airport personnel to correct a hazardous condition on the airport. A factor was the uncovered manhole.Aug 24, 2008 · N523PU · Substantial damageNTSB CHI08IA119Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBombardier CL600-2D24 · Minneapolis, MNThe flying pilot's incorrect use of the thrust lever leading to the dual engine shutdown during taxi. Contributing to the incident was the flying pilot's lack of total experience in the make and model of airplane.Apr 24, 2008 · N918XJ · No damageNTSB CHI02FA289Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportMcDonnell Douglas DC-9-32 · Minneapolis, MNThe fatigue failure of the main landing gear strut due to inclusions in the material, residual stresses, and dissolved hydrogen content.Sep 22, 2002 · N941N · Substantial damageNTSB CHI02LA175Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Minneapolis, MNThe pilot did not maintain clearance from the vehicle while taxiing. A factor was the fuel truck.Jun 20, 2002 · N4808F · Substantial damageNTSB CHI00LA296Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 727-224 · Minneapolis, MNThe fatigue failure of the wheel assembly. A factor was the inadequate inspection procedures prior to the issuance of a service bulletin.Sep 10, 2000 · N296SC · Substantial damageNTSB CHI98LA334Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCulver-Revolution Mini 500 · Eden Prairie, MNa design change to the fuel tank filler neck sealant made by the owner/builder of the helicopter. Factors associated with this accident were an improper sealant material used by the owner/builder and an autorotation was not possible by the pilot due to the…Sep 9, 1998 · N6269R · Substantial damageNTSB CHI97LA161Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · St. Cloud, MNthe pilot's misjudgment of his clearance around the parked vehicle. A factor was the location of the parked vehicle.Jun 9, 1997 · N68454 · Substantial damageNTSB CHI96LA150Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Blaine, MNthe student pilot's inadvertent encounter with the propblast from another airplane. A factor relating to the accident was: failure of the student to communicate with the pilot(s) of the other airplane before taxiing behind it.May 4, 1996 · N93844 · Substantial damageNTSB CHI96LA050Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech B90 · Eden Prairie, MNthe pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the hangar while taxiing. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's impairment due to alcohol.Dec 11, 1995 · N551SS · Substantial damageNTSB CHI95LA170Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAirbus Industrie A-320-211 · St Paul, MNthe captain's not maintaining crew/group coordination. Factors were the captain's diverted attention and his not maintaining visual separation.Jun 3, 1995 · N326US · Substantial damageNTSB CHI95LA105Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Baudette, MNan encountered with a hidden obstruction during taxi. A factor was the ski assembly not having been installed.Mar 17, 1995 · N714MX · Substantial damageNTSB CHI95LA094Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 1900 · Minneapolis, MNthe pilot-in-command's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during taxi operations. Related factors are the dark night light conditions and the wrong taxi route.Mar 6, 1995 · N130UE · Substantial damageNTSB CHI95LA031Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 757-231 · St Paul, MNFailure of ground personnel to identify the unsafe/hazardous situation regarding the closeness of the airplane to the baggage carts, and the captain's improper planning/decision concerning the situation.Nov 6, 1994 · N518US · No damageNTSB CHI93LA057Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35A · Marshall, MNThe pilot's improper aircraft handling during ground operation with a gusty tailwind.Dec 24, 1992 · N8468N · Substantial damageNTSB CHI91LA199Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R-22 · Faribault, MNCompensation for wind conditions was not attained by the pilot resulting in loss of directional control. A factor related to the accident was a gusty crosswind landing environment.Jun 21, 1991 · N8024W · Substantial damageNTSB CHI91LA128Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDe Havilland Beaver U-6A · Oak Island, MNUnsuitable terrain was selected by the pilot. A factor related to the accident was the terrain/runway was composed of weak ice.Apr 9, 1991 · N9028 · Substantial damageNTSB MKC90LA043Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · St Cloud, MNInadequate visual outlook by the pilot and his failure to maintain clearance from the light pole. The location of the pole was considered to be a related factor.Jan 7, 1990 · N97984 · Substantial damageNTSB MKC90LA014Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Brooten, MNThe pilot's failure to use proper starting procedures and the excessive throttle setting.Oct 19, 1989 · N7047X · Substantial damageNTSB MKC89LA120Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAeronca 7AC · Alexandria, MNThat proper starting procedures were not followed by the pilot in command and the aircraft was not tied down.May 31, 1989 · N85459 · Substantial damageNTSB CHI88FA163Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBoeing 727 · St Paul, MNAfter push back from the gate, the captain received an unrestricted taxi clearance & elected to taxi to the north side of a construction area. Subsequently, the left wing of the acft struck a parked vehicle in a nonmovement area, which resulted in substantial…Jul 11, 1988 · N254US · Substantial damageNTSB CHI88LA136Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportde Havilland DHC2-MK I · Warroad, MNThe pilot decided to land in the lake approximately 1000 yds from the sea plane base and was attempting a step-taxi back to the base when the acft struck a sand bar. The pilot stated that he was taxiing near tall grass where he thought the water was deep…Jun 20, 1988 · N49771 · Substantial damageNTSB CHI88LA032Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Carlton, MNThe plt rprtd that the left main gear collapsed as he started to taxi from the ramp area on a smooth grass surface. When the gear collapsed, the left wing dropped to the ground & was substantially dmgd. The plt rprtd the left gear leg had broken off 2 inches…Dec 5, 1987 · N2957C · Substantial damageNTSB CHI87LA105Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAeronca 15AC · Hibbing, MNThe plt stated that while taxiing on the north taxiway, for takeoff on runway 31, a 'gust of wind caught the tail abruptly and caused plane to veer to the left and strike corner of hangar.' The acft collided with the hangar nose first.Mar 28, 1987 · N1156H · Substantial damageNTSB CHI85LA362Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Mankato, MNThe plt of this acft attempted to start the eng twice with acft battery and a ground pwr unit without success. He then tied the tail down with a rope and had started the eng. After the eng started, the tie down rope broke and the acft taxied by itself into…Sep 1, 1985 · N1450R · Substantial damageNTSB CHI85LA238Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-108 · Starbuck, MNPlt landed in crosswind conditions, veered off the edge of tha rwy onto rough, unleveled terrain. The nosewheel collapsed and the aircraft nosed over.Jun 16, 1985 · N5355Z · Substantial damageNTSB CHI85LA001Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Greenbush, MNFollowing an uneventful approach and landing, the plt was taxiing back up the runway when the right engine quit. The right seat passenger immediately noted flames coming from the engine and notified the plt, who swung the acft into positon for wind to keep…Oct 3, 1984 · N37JL · Substantial damageNTSB CHI84LA172Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft BC12-D · Winona, MNAfter landing, the plt was turning left onto the taxiway when the wind lifted the right wing and tail of the acft. The acft nosed over.May 1, 1984 · N5184M · Substantial damageNTSB CHI82DA107Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna 172K · Fairmont, MNThe pilot encountered adverse weather and elected to land at Fairmont,Minnesota. While taxiing after landing, the aircraft flipped over in strong wind conditions.Mar 30, 1982 · N84344 · Substantial damageNTSB CHI81DER20Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 172F · Slaton, MNFeb 22, 1981 · N5639R · Substantial damageNTSB CHI81DER05Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 172 · Thief River, MNOct 30, 1980 · N3222L · Substantial damageNTSB MKC79DER32Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-22 · Hutchinson, MNApr 7, 1979 · N8052D · Substantial damageNTSB MKC79DER23Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-38 · Eden Prairie, MNFeb 7, 1979 · N2359D · Substantial damageNTSB MKC79DER86Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 421B · Crystal, MNAug 10, 1978 · N110SW · 2 aircraft · Minor damageNTSB MKC78FER84Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-38 · Eden Prairie, MNAug 5, 1978 · N6291A · Substantial damageNTSB MKC78FER33Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 172 · Thief Riv Fall, MNMar 8, 1978 · N3889Q · DestroyedNTSB MKC78DER09Accident · No injuriesClosedBellanca 17-30A · Lakeville, MNNov 16, 1977 · N117L · DestroyedNTSB MKC77DER29Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 172 · Cambridge, MNApr 7, 1977 · N3060U · Substantial damageNTSB MKC77DER10Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 180 · White Bear Lk, MNDec 24, 1976 · N9105C · Substantial damageNTSB MKC77FER04Accident · Minor injuriesClosedChampion 7GCB · Chaska, MNOct 24, 1976 · N8992R · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76DER82Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 150J · Anoka, MNJul 25, 1976 · N60030 · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76DER75Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-28R · Sauk Centre, MNJul 3, 1976 · N8405C · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76DER58Accident · No injuriesClosedAeronca 11AC · Sacred Heart, MNApr 18, 1976 · N86113 · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76FER57Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-28 · Blaine, MNApr 2, 1976 · N9100J · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76DER53Accident · No injuriesClosedPiper PA-22 · Gaylord, MNFeb 28, 1976 · N3521Z · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76DER37Accident · No injuriesClosedCessna 210G · St Cloud, MNNov 9, 1975 · N6881R · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76DER29Accident · No injuriesClosedSikorsky S-55B · Eden Prairie, MNSep 26, 1975 · N17376 · Substantial damageNTSB MKC76FER28Accident · No injuriesClosedVolmer VJ-22 · Minneapolis, MNSep 22, 1975 · N5918 · Substantial damageNTSB MKC75AK048Accident · No injuriesClosedBell 47G-2A · Eden Prairie, MNMar 12, 1975 · N116SP · Substantial damageNTSB MKC75FER55Accident · No injuriesClosedBeech 58 · Rochester, MNMar 7, 1975 · N9021V · Substantial damage