# 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 FTW95LA340](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA340.md): Beech J35 · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1995 · N8344D · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent activation of the fuel boost pump by either the pilot (who was being instructed) or by the flight instructor (CFI). Factors relating to the accident were: the briefing of improper leaning procedures by the CFI, location of the boost pump switch…
- [NTSB CHI95LA279](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA279.md): Cessna 188B · Canton, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1995 · N9151R · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to obtain the proper flying speed or to abort the takeoff, while there was sufficient runway remaining, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB BFO95LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95LA080.md): Cessna 182F · Mitchellville, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 13, 1995 · N3516U · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX95LA290](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA290.md): Piper PA-30-B · Wickenberg, AZ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1995 · N8113Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper emergency procedures. The pilot's diverted attention, and the magnetos clearance and timing were factors in this accident.
- [NTSB SEA95LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA180.md): Mooney M20A · Rock Springs, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1995 · N8378E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors include the uneven runway condition, the information regarding the crowned condition not being disseminated by airport personnel, and the inadequate review/inspection of the condition by FAA…
- [NTSB MIA95FA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95FA200.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Pulaski, TN · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1995 · N32420 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to perform the before-takeoff checklist, and his failure to abort the takeoff due to inadequate acceleration. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate annual inspection by maintenance personnel for failure to safety the carburetor…
- [NTSB ANC95LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA137.md): Guevremont Pitts Special S1C · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1995 · N1270 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive application of rudder control, as he yawed the airplane to see ahead during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a subsequent ground swerve. Factors related to the accident were: the animal (moose) and…
- [NTSB LAX95LA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA288.md): Cessna 152 · Camarillo, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1995 · N757EL · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the landing gear strut due to fatigue.
- [NTSB ANC95LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA135.md): Cessna 172 · Cordova, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1995 · N758PX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper planning/decision and delayed decision to abort the takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC95LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA134.md): Piper PA-18 · Cordova, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1995 · N7459L · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain proper alignment with the intended takeoff area during the takeoff roll. Factors relating to the accident were: pilot fatigue and the proximity of rocks/boulders to the takeoff area.
- [NTSB ATL95LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA150.md): Cessna 188T · Town Creek, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 8, 1995 · N731MK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to check the runway condition prior to takeoff. The soft runway was a factor.
- [NTSB FTW95LA334](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA334.md): Grumman American AA-5B · 0wasso, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1995 · N4546J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff. The pilot's failure to properly calculate the performance data prior to takeoff was a factor.
- [NTSB ANC95LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA128.md): Piper PA-18 · Circle, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 4, 1995 · N339T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature liftoff during takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX95LA277](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA277.md): Jenkins Long E-Z · Prescott, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1995 · N163J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to properly lean the engine for best power, his premature rotation of an over gross aircraft on an uphill runway, and his delay in aborting the takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC95LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA123.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Nikiski, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1995 · N7597D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain, and his delay in aborting the takeoff. The soft terrain and high grass were related factors.
- [NTSB LAX95LA276](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA276.md): North American AT-6B · Glendale, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1995 · N105DG · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The failure of the pilot of the other aircraft to follow pre-briefed instructions and failure to see and avoid the preceding aircraft awaiting takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI95LA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA256.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Naperville, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1995 · N5068K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack or recent experience in tailwheel equipped aircraft and failure to abort the takeoff early enough to prevent the accident.
- [NTSB ATL95LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA146.md): Cessna 152A · Sanford, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1995 · N7348B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff portion of a touch and go landing.
- [NTSB ANC95LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA122.md): Grumman G-44 · Kodiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1995 · N17481 · Substantial damage
  > Overload failure of the main landing gear wheel.
- [NTSB SEA95LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA168.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Shelley, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1995 · N8808L · Substantial damage
  > The left main landing gear tire burst during takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI95LA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA249.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Kingman, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1995 · N222KC · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to obtain sufficient airspeed before liftoff, and his delay in aborting the takeoff. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's lack of recent flying experience.
- [NTSB ANC95LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA120.md): Cessna 182 · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1995 · N2643F · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to remain clear of the duck shack (building) during the takeoff roll. The crosswind and proximity of the building were related factors.
- [NTSB FTW95LA322](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA322.md): Rockwell S-2R · Edna, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 1995 · N4182X · Substantial damage
  > The collapsing of the landing gear for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB FTW95LA321](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA321.md): Piper PA-28R-201 · San Antonio, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 1995 · N36085 · Destroyed
  > The dual student's delay in aborting the takeoff. A factor was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.
- [NTSB CHI95LA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA247.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Poplar Bluff, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 1995 · N3655Q · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight/planning preparation. Factors in the accident were: the loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, the wet runway, and the ditch.
- [NTSB SEA95LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA158.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Idaho Falls, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 1995 · N4516K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate airspeed at liftoff. Contributing to the accident were high density altitude, tailwind conditions, the pilot's selection of an excessive takeoff flap setting, and a windshear encounter.
- [NTSB LAX95LA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA265.md): Piper PA-28-151 · San Luis Obispo, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1995 · N41521 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to lower the flaps to the correct short field takeoff setting as specified in the aircraft's Pilot Operating Handbook.
- [NTSB CHI95LA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA232.md): PZL-Mielec M-18A · Carrington, ND · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1995 · N80225 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation. Factors relating to the accident were: the airplane's excessive gross weight, and the unfavorable wind conditions.
- [NTSB FTW95LA310](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA310.md): Williams Bell OH13H/Tomcat MK5A · Alicia, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N3771W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to remove the refueling hose. A factor was that he diverted his attention from the refueling operation.
- [NTSB ATL95LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA140.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Franklin, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1995 · N6303A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature lift-off, which resulted in a stall and collision with the ground.
- [NTSB ANC95LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA108.md): Cessna 206 · King Salmon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1995 · N756SN · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly align his takeoff path.
- [NTSB CHI95LA233](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA233.md): Cessna 172 · Motley, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1995 · N53716 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a soft field takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI95LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA228.md): Reed RS15 · Ames, IA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1995 · N964 · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The glider pilot's inadequate preflight of the glider by failing to properly secure a push-pull tube to the glider's right ruddervator; and failure of both the glider pilot and the tow pilot to release the tow rope, which led to a stall of the tow airplane.
- [NTSB ANC95LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA109.md): Cessna 150 · Nenana, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1995 · N1134M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff. The tailwind was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC95LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA105.md): Cessna 150 · Kalskag, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1995 · N7892E · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB CHI95LA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA224.md): Bellanca 17-30 · Springfield, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N6566V · Substantial damage
  > The collapse of the left main landing gear for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB SEA95LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA152.md): Botteron Q-2 · Arlington, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1995 · N9775N · Substantial damage
  > The nonpilot-rated mechanic's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol; improper decision by the mechanic (unqualified person) to flight check the airplane; and fuel exhaustion after takeoff, due to an inadequate supply of fuel.
- [NTSB MIA95LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA184.md): Cessna T188C · Ruleville, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N2119J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to abort the takeoff when the aircraft accelerated slowly. Contributing to the accident was the over loading of the aircraft by ground personnel and the failure of the pilot-in-command to verify the loading of the aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX95LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA251.md): Mooney M-20-M · Santa Monica, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N200CT · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper remedial action during an aborted takeoff due to an improperly installed pitot line to the airspeed indicator.
- [NTSB NYC95LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA153.md): Cessna 310R · Columbus, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1995 · N1723E · Destroyed
  > A loss of directional control during takeoff for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI95LA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA218.md): Beech C24R · Freeport, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1995 · N67100 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC95LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA099.md): Stinson 108-2 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N257C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of directional control, during the takeoff roll, which resulted in an inadvertent swerve, and the pilot's excessive application of brake pressure, which resulted in a nose down condition.
- [NTSB FTW95IA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95IA271.md): Saab-Scania SF340A · Temple, TX · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1995 · N112AE · Minor damage
  > Improper installation of the right main gear outboard wheel, which resulted in separation of the wheel from the axle during takeoff.
- [NTSB MIA95LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA170.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Winstonville, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1995 · N6323Y · Substantial damage
  > Poor preflight planning/preparation and clearance not maintained by the pilot in command.
- [NTSB LAX95LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA236.md): Cessna 172M · New Cuyama, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 1995 · N61602 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed, his premature rotation, and his failure to maintain directional control when the aircraft settled back onto the runway. The pilot's selection of a closed airport for the takeoff attempt was a…
- [NTSB NYC95LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA139.md): Cessna 337G · Brant, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1995 · N72168 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper decision to takeoff with a tailwind condition on an unimproved grass strip and a subsequent premature rotation resulting in an aborted takeoff and a subsequent collision with a utility pole on the departure end of the grass strip.
- [NTSB LAX95LA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA242.md): Miller, Terry W. Tern · Adelanto, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1995 · N7322 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions.
- [NTSB ANC95LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA091.md): Stinson 108-2 · Shishmaref, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1995 · N9600K · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to abort the takeoff, while there was sufficient runway remaining. Factors relating to the accident were: unfavorable wind conditions, and failure of the pilot to lower the flaps for takeoff.
- [NTSB NYC95LA163](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA163.md): Helio H-295 · Block Island, RI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 30, 1995 · N316LM · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the crosswind castering gear to remain locked on the right main gear during the takeoff roll which resulted in directional control not possible.
- [NTSB SEA95LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA141.md): Mooney M20E · Ronan, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 29, 1995 · N9273M · Substantial damage
  > Directional control was not maintained. Factors to the accident were a rough/uneven airstrip and tall vegetation.

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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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