# 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 LAX92LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA040.md): Maule M4-220C · Coolidge, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 8, 1991 · N40625 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the takeoff ground run due to inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions. A factor in this accident was the unfavorable wind reported by the pilot.
- [NTSB MIA92LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA92LA021.md): North American Navion · Okeechobee, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 1, 1991 · N8631H · Substantial damage
  > Operation by the owner/pilot-in-command with known deficiencies in equipment and fuel starvation due to a blocked fuel line.
- [NTSB LAX92LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA030.md): Bell 47-G5A · Kosrae · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 31, 1991 · N7162R · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's improper preflight inspection of the helicopter resulting in a tiedown strap not being removed from the right skid and subsequent roll over on takeoff.
- [NTSB DEN92IA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN92IA007.md): Douglas DC-10-10 · Colorado Spring, CO · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 1991 · N1808U · Minor damage
  > The captain's inadequate supervision and the copilot's failure to maintain directional control. Factors were: the crosswind and snow/ice on the runway.
- [NTSB ATL92LA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA016.md): Gulfstream American AA5A · Burnsville, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 1991 · N74279 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and the selection of takeoff runway with an upslope for takeoff. Factors were the pilot's lack of experience with the geographical area and the high density altitude.
- [NTSB LAX92LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA022.md): Piper PA-28-160 · Compton, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 21, 1991 · N41669 · Substantial damage
  > The improper maintenance of the alternator's drive belt by the aircraft owner which resulted in its total failure. A factor which contributed to the accident was the inadequate distance available for the pilot to stop the airplane.
- [NTSB LAX92LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA020.md): Piper PA28-161 · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 20, 1991 · N8092A · Substantial damage
  > An engine malfunction produced by exhaust valves stuck in the open position. Contributing to the accident was an unsuitable landing area and a sign adjacent to the landing area.
- [NTSB CHI92DEP01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92DEP01.md): Lassiter Swearingen SX300 · Eagle River, WI · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Oct 18, 1991 · N9SX · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power, for reasons undetermined which resulted in an aborted takeoff and eventual overrun and landing gear collapse.
- [NTSB BFO92LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO92LA001.md): Cessna 150H · Saluda, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 1991 · N23398 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff with inadequate runway to stop. A factor in the accident was the failure of the exhaust muffler baffle.
- [NTSB CHI92LA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA011.md): Cessna 152 II · Lee'S Summit, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 1991 · N4712B · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Related factors are the student's lack of total experience, improper touch and go procedures, and diverted attention.
- [NTSB CHI92LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI92LA007.md): Piper PA-46-310P · Sioux Center, IA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1991 · N1FY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's not maintaining directional control and not performing an aborted takeoff. Windshear was a factor relating to the accident.
- [NTSB ATL92LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA006.md): Grumman G164 · Bay Minette, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1991 · N590Y · Substantial damage
  > The rough/uneven runway condition caused by the sink hole.
- [NTSB FTW92LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA007.md): Hiller UH-12E · Palacios, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 1991 · N4029D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight.
- [NTSB FTW92IA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92IA009.md): British Aerospace BAE 3100 · Dfw Int'L Arpt, TX · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 1991 · N425AE · No damage
  > The partial disconnection of the electrical connector at the torque sensing unit.
- [NTSB ANC92LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92LA004.md): Cessna 170B · Chugiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 1991 · N4606C · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff run.
- [NTSB LAX92LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA006.md): Bentley Mongoose A · Boulder City, NV · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 1991 · N7143K · Destroyed
  > The pilot's selection of an inadequate takeoff area which was too short for the prevailing conditions.
- [NTSB LAX92LA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA003.md): Cessna C-172N · Palo Alto, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1991 · N3318E · Substantial damage
  > An inflight los of control due to the failure of the student pilot to correctly configure the rudder trim for takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL91LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA182.md): Cessna 172N · Knoxville, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 29, 1991 · N5918E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to accurately evaluate the weather conditions before attempting a takeoff and his delay in aborting the takeoff procedure. A factor was the dark night.
- [NTSB DEN91FA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91FA135.md): Cessna P210N · Pagosa Springs, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 1991 · N1JG · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from trees during an approach for a precautionary landing. His improper use of the mixture control was a related factor concerning the partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB LAX91LA404](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA404.md): Cessna 172 · Cottonwood, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 1991 · N738EL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's delay in raising the flaps and the subsequent inadvertent stall/mush.
- [NTSB MIA91LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA222.md): Hoffmeyer Moni Standard · Brooksville, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 1991 · N133 · Substantial damage
  > Incapacitation of the pilot in command and inadvertent stall mush.
- [NTSB LAX91LA409](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA409.md): Cessna 206 · Jamul, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 1991 · N5123U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Contributing to the accident was the soft wet runway condition.
- [NTSB CHI91IA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91IA297.md): Boeing 727-224 · Detroit, MI · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Sep 20, 1991 · N88704 · Minor damage
  > Inadequate maintenance inspection of the main landing gear actuator assembly by company maintenance personnel. A factor in the incident is inadequate design of the landing gear actuator by the manufacturer.
- [NTSB CHI91LA295](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA295.md): Cessna 152 · Marion, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 1991 · N5463L · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run from a touch-and-go landing.
- [NTSB ANC91LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA155.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Eagle, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 19, 1991 · N4894A · Substantial damage
  > The damage sustained when striking a rock during the previous takeoff roll which resulted in the main landing gear's collapse during landing.
- [NTSB MIA91LA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA217.md): Bell 47G-3B-1 · Penuelas, PR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 15, 1991 · N1397X · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent control interference by a passenger shortly after takeoff resulting in the loss of control and roll over after touchdown.
- [NTSB MIA91LA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA218.md): Cessna A188B · Yazoo City, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 1991 · N8999G · Substantial damage
  > Separation of the right main landing gear during take off due to failure of the bolts which secure the gear to the airframe. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the pilot to abort the takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX91LA396](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA396.md): Cessna 172N · Prescott, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 1991 · N251ER · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Contributing factors related to the dark, night light condition and to the pilot's inexperience in the type of nighttime takeoff operation.
- [NTSB ATL91LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA174.md): Cessna 150J · Wilsonville, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 1991 · N6866G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, and his improper use of flaps during the takeoff roll. Factors in the accident were: the high density altitude, the rising runway conditions, and the departure end obstructions at the airstrip.
- [NTSB FTW91DRD08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DRD08.md): Cessna 152 · Ruston, LA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 11, 1991 · N93621 · Substantial damage
  > The cfi's exceeding the airplane's takeoff performance capability.
- [NTSB DEN91FA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91FA127.md): Butler Aerostar 600 · Ruidoso, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 1991 · N4VH · Destroyed
  > Loss of control in flight after to the cabin door opened inadvertently during takeoff run.
- [NTSB CHI91DCA03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DCA03.md): Schweizer G164B · Gideon, MO · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 10, 1991 · N8357K · Destroyed
  > A binding landing gear brake. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's subsequent inability to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB ATL91LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA171.md): Cessna 150L · Pickens, SC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 1991 · N11503 · Substantial damage
  > The panicked, intentional interference of the flight controls by the student.
- [NTSB MIA91LA215](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA215.md): Bell 47G2A · Immokalee, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1991 · N7573 · Substantial damage
  > The improper use of the flight controls by the pilot in command, which resulted in a collision with the ground and a nose over.
- [NTSB ANC91LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA145.md): Cessna 185 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 1991 · N9974X · Substantial damage
  > Was the pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the downdraft and unfavorable wind.
- [NTSB ATL91LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA170.md): Beech B-33 · Asheville, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 1991 · N1782G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff. Factors were tall wet grass, and the failure of airport personnel to maintain the runway surface.
- [NTSB DEN91LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA123.md): Cessna A185F · Conchas Dam, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 1991 · N93272 · Substantial damage
  > Landing gear locking mechanism loose, landing gear wheel deployed inadvertently, and maintenance alignment not performed. Factors were: propeller governor underspeed, maintenance adjustment not corrected, and lowering of flaps not performed.
- [NTSB DEN91LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA122.md): Stinson 108 · Steamboat Sprin, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 1991 · N40159 · Substantial damage
  > A swerve initiated by the pilot in command to avoid a collision with a deer during takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CHI91LA285](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA285.md): Monocoupe 90A · Creve Coeur, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1991 · N11793 · Substantial damage
  > A premature liftoff and improper remedial action by the pilot during a takeoff ground run.
- [NTSB ATL91LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL91LA165.md): Icard, Claude M. Sonerai II LT · Morganton, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1991 · N9QC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane on the runway, and the inadvertent rotation of the airplane, resulting in an unplanned flight.
- [NTSB MIA91FA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91FA210.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Miami, FL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 1991 · N41431 · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to adequately drain the fuel system of water. A contributing factor was the pilot's decision to continue the takeoff with a known deficiency. The pilot's selection of a forced landing area was poor in that a better landing area was…
- [NTSB LAX91IA376](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91IA376.md): Boeing 767-232 · Los Angeles, CA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 1991 · N115DA · Minor damage
  > The fracture of the number 1 high pressure turbine wheel due to fatigue, from an undetermined origin.
- [NTSB CHI91LA277](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA277.md): Classic YMF5 · Hart, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 1991 · N64JE · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during a takeoff ground run.
- [NTSB DEN91LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN91LA119.md): Grumman G-164A · Smyer, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 1991 · N928X · Substantial damage
  > Directional control not maintained. Factors were: crosswind, soft ground, and high vegetation.
- [NTSB MIA91LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA204.md): Bellanca 7EA · Venice, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 1991 · N41689 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control of the airplane on takeoff ground roll due to his lack of experience and flight time in this type of airplane. A contributing factor is an on-ground encounter with a crosswind.
- [NTSB LAX91LA370](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA370.md): Waco UPF-7 · Wallace, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 1991 · N30107 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly align his airplane with the runway and his failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing factors related to the presence of rough and downhill terrain adjacent to the runway.
- [NTSB NYC91LA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA223.md): Cessna 150 · Ashland, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 1991 · N22197 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature liftoff. Factors were the rough airstrip and the soft terrain encountered during landing.
- [NTSB SEA91LA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA218.md): Piper PA-22-135 · Mead, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 1991 · N3781A · Destroyed
  > Improper preflight planning by the pilot, and the pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff. Factors related to the accident were: the high temperature and unfavorable wind condiiton.
- [NTSB NYC91LA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC91LA216.md): Cessna TU206G · Block Island, RI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 1991 · N756UF · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot by electing to takeoff with a known deficiency with the equipment. The deficiency (cracked/leaking float) was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC91LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC91LA131.md): Cessna 206 · Funnel Lake, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 22, 1991 · N5209X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain proper airspeed. Contributing to the accident was the high wind encountered during takeoff and the terrain.

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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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