# NTSB investigations: Takeoff

NTSB aviation accident and incident investigations since 1962: the probable cause, findings, aircraft, crew, weather and docket of each, linked to the FAA registry and the FAA’s own reports.

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## Cases, newest first

- [NTSB CHI96LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA134.md): Cessna 172 · David City, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 1996 · N7627T · Substantial damage
  > the instructor pilot failed to maintain control of the aircraft during a soft field takeoff. Factors were the gusting winds and the soft field.
- [NTSB ANC96LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA052.md): Cessna 170B · Chicken, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 17, 1996 · N39781 · Substantial damage
  > The first pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a tree. Factors in the accident were the first pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation and soft snow conditions.
- [NTSB FTW96LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA169.md): Beech E35 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 14, 1996 · N3295C · Substantial damage
  > a partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to abort the takeoff.
- [NTSB SEA96LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA080.md): Cessna 150 · Spiden Island, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 1996 · N171RJ · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's selection of an unsuitable airstrip for the landing and subsequent takeoff, and his delay in aborting the takeoff, which resulted in an overrun and collision with an embankment and trees. Factors relating to the accident were: the short, wet,…
- [NTSB FTW96LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA161.md): Bensen Gyroplane · Carthage, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 1996 · NONE · Minor damage
  > the pilot's inadequate coordination with the spectator, concerning the spectator's need to remain clear of the takeoff area, and the spectator's failure to remain clear of the takeoff area. A factor relating to the accident was: the spectator's distorted…
- [NTSB FTW96LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA159.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Hughes, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 1996 · N2159K · Destroyed
  > the pilot exceeding the maximum authorized crosswind component of the airplane. Factors were the crosswind and the side sloping runway.
- [NTSB CHI96LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA124.md): Cessna 210 · Marshall, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 1996 · N2586S · Substantial damage
  > A deer that wandered onto the runway. Darkness was a related factor.
- [NTSB SEA96LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA073.md): Cessna 500 · Salt Lake City, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 1996 · N727TK · Substantial damage
  > fatigue failure of the engine compressor impeller. Inadequate quality control by the manufacturer was a related factor.
- [NTSB CHI96LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA119.md): Ayres S2-R · Wyatt, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 1996 · N3024V · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff. A factor was the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB CHI96LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA114.md): Cessna 152 · Lambertville, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 23, 1996 · N68352 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll. The snowbank was a related factor.
- [NTSB LAX96LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA138.md): Beech E33A · Mesquite, NV · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 1996 · N7118N · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's poor judgment in attempting to take off in the existing wind conditions.
- [NTSB CHI96LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA111.md): Cessna 140 · Ulysses, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 1996 · N76632 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll, and his improper use of brakes and elevator control, while aborting the takeoff. A factor relating to the accident was the gusty wind condition.
- [NTSB CHI96LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA104.md): Cessna 152 · Lambertville, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 10, 1996 · N67475 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his improper use of the rudder in an attempt to regain control.
- [NTSB MIA96LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA090.md): Helio H-295 · Key West, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 3, 1996 · N68883 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during lift-off, which resulted in the right wingtip contacting the runway. The gusty crosswind was a related factor.
- [NTSB LAX96LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA125.md): Cessna 150G · Auburn, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 2, 1996 · N8662J · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve.
- [NTSB ATL96LA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96LA054.md): Cessna 210 · Kinston, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 24, 1996 · N3887Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to compensate for the crosswind and his inadequate weather evaluation. A factor was the gusty crosswind.
- [NTSB FTW96LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA129.md): Beech P35 · Brownwood, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 22, 1996 · N178DP · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to follow manufacturer's procedures and premature gear retraction.
- [NTSB SEA96LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA060.md): Cessna 150G · Vancouver, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 19, 1996 · N3272J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat, and his delay in aborting the takeoff after noting sluggish acceleration. Factors were: the carburetor icing conditions, the trees off the end of the runway, and the soft ground conditions in the forced landing area.
- [NTSB LAX96LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA118.md): Rockwell 112B · Elk Grove, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 17, 1996 · N1233J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision and delay in aborting the takeoff. Factors relating to the accident were: the short runway, high obstructions near the departure end of the runway, and wind shear.
- [NTSB LAX96LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA113.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18-A · Blythe, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 16, 1996 · N92640 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's premature lift-off and subsequent loss of control due to his failure to monitor the airspeed indicator during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB FTW96LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA117.md): Beech P35 · Lubbock, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 14, 1996 · N395T · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff.
- [NTSB FTW96LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA112.md): Masnic SKY Hopper II · Edgewood, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 8, 1996 · N2795 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot exceeding the airplane's crosswind component which led to his inability to compensate for the crosswind conditions. A factor was the gusty winds.
- [NTSB SEA96TA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96TA050.md): Bell 206B · Kemmerer, WY · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Feb 7, 1996 · N32FR · Substantial damage
  > the selection of an unsuitable landing zone by the pilot.
- [NTSB LAX96LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA107.md): Cessna 177 · Corona, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 6, 1996 · N2386Y · Substantial damage
  > improper planning/decision by the pilot-in-command (PIC), and his failure to ensure that adequate airspeed was obtain and/or maintain during lift-off/initial climb. A factor relating to the accident was: the PIC allowed the airplane's maximum gross weight…
- [NTSB LAX96LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA111.md): Bell 47G-2A1 · Honiara, Solomon Islands · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 29, 1996 · N6569H · Destroyed
  > the pilot and the ship crew's failure to assure the tie down strap was removed prior to liftoff.
- [NTSB CHI96LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA085.md): Stinson 108-3 · Sandstone, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 26, 1996 · N653C · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's selection of an ice-covered runway for takeoff. A factor was the icy runway.
- [NTSB FTW96LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA103.md): Cessna A185F · Belle Chase, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 22, 1996 · N6034N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of directional control and subsequent encounter with a ditch. The crosswind was a related factor.
- [NTSB FTW96LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA101.md): Cessna 180 · Buena Vista, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 20, 1996 · N6502A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control. A factor relating to the accident was: the crosswind.
- [NTSB FTW96FA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA092.md): Krueter KR-2 · Watkins, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 15, 1996 · N8019C · Destroyed
  > Failure by the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors were a lack of familiarity with the aircraft and lack of experience in the make and model.
- [NTSB ATL96FA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96FA035.md): Cessna 150G · Social Circle, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 14, 1996 · N3751J · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's inadequate supervision, and his delay in aborting the takeoff.
- [NTSB NYC96LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA046.md): Cessna 172N · Wildwood, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 1995 · N733CL · Substantial damage
  > failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors relating to the accident were: the student's selection of the wrong runway, and the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB LAX96LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA100.md): Lake LA-4-200 · Folsom Lake, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 27, 1995 · N5LY · Substantial damage
  > the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the dual student and improper remedial action. A factor relating to the accident was: failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB NYC96LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA042.md): Cessna 150G · East Hampton, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 23, 1995 · N2970J · Substantial damage
  > failure of the flight instructor to adequately supervise the dual student pilot and ensure that directional control of the airplane was maintained. The icy runway was a related factor.
- [NTSB DCA96MA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA96MA029.md): Boeing 747-136 · Jamaica, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 1 · Major · Final report · Dec 20, 1995 · N605FF · Substantial damage
  > the captain's failure to reject the takeoff in a timely manner when excessive nosewheel steering tiller inputs resulted in a loss of directional control on a slippery runway. Inadequate Boeing 747 slippery runway operating procedures developed by Tower Air,…
- [NTSB FTW96LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA074.md): Beech 200 · Ingleside, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 18, 1995 · N231RL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision, while evading law enforcement personnel during an illegal/unauthorized operation.
- [NTSB CHI96LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA061.md): Cessna 180C · Patoka, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 17, 1995 · N9379T · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI96LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA055.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Mason, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 1995 · N990WY · Substantial damage
  > the improper application of the throttle by the pilot resulting in a delayed engine response, and the improper decision by the pilot to make a long fast touchdown requiring the need to take off under powerlines.
- [NTSB ANC96LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA019.md): Cessna 207A · Newtok, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 1995 · N755AB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind conditions. Factors associated with the accident are the snow covered runway, and gusty crosswinds.
- [NTSB LAX96LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA072.md): Cessna P210N · Grass Valley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 14, 1995 · N4598K · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot to follow the before starting engine checklist and ensure that the landing gear selector was in the down position, and the pilot's decision to takeoff with a known aircraft deficiency.
- [NTSB MIA96LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA041.md): Mckibben GN-1 Aircamper · Mayhew, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 12, 1995 · N823GM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper planning/decision, and failure to verify the airplane's performance data. The airplane's lack of climb capability with the newly manufactured propeller was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC96LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA021.md): Cessna U206G · Selawik, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 1995 · N5293X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight of the airplane by failing to ensure that all the airplane's doors were properly closed. A factor associated with the accident is an open door.
- [NTSB MIA96LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA055.md): Piper PA-46 · Fort Myers, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 3, 1995 · N8888X · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate amount of rudder input to compensate for engine torque during takeoff.
- [NTSB BFO96LA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO96LA028.md): Cessna 152 · Stanton, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 2, 1995 · N89188 · Substantial damage
  > was the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft. The student pilot's lack of experience was a related factor.
- [NTSB MIA96LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA031.md): Cessna 414 · Cleveland, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 28, 1995 · N200DC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inaccurate weight and balance calculations which resulted in an over maximum allowable gross weight takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the wet, downsloping condition of the runway.
- [NTSB NYC96LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA031.md): Champion 7ECA · Lacona, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 1995 · N11081 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight/planning, and his failure to remain clear of obstacles, including a tree trunk.
- [NTSB BFO96FA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO96FA022.md): Beech 58 · Cleveland, OH · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 19, 1995 · N721MD · Destroyed
  > the pilot's improper IFR procedure, by failing to maintain a positive rate of climb (and terrain clearance) after takeoff. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, and the lack of visual references over water and under overcast cloud conditions.
- [NTSB SEA96LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA019.md): Maule M-6-235 · Wisdom, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 1995 · N5646Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the fence post. Factors include sunglare, slush covered terrain, and the pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX96LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA043.md): Cessna 172 · Santa Ana, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 10, 1995 · N55152 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop. The pilot's diverted attention while raising the flaps and pushing in the carburetor heat control was a factor in this accident.
- [NTSB ANC96LA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA013.md): Cessna 206 · Kodiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 5, 1995 · N7430N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate visual lookout. A factor associated with the accident is reduced visibility due to sun glare.
- [NTSB LAX96LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA030.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Davis, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 31, 1995 · N3562A · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll by diverting his attention.

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
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."mKey" IN (SELECT case_mkey FROM case_phases WHERE main = 300)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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