# NTSB investigations: Initial climb

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 FTW95LA345](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA345.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Wilmot, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 1995 · N2065S · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW95LA342](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA342.md): Beech 19 · Lago Vista, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1995 · N1946L · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI95LA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA283.md): Piper PA-31 · Ironwood, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 14, 1995 · N9123Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted takeoff. A factor was the partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB MIA95LA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA203.md): Fairchild 24-G · Harold, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 13, 1995 · N27VX · Substantial damage
  > The engine missing for undetermined reasons, and the failure of the pilot in command to maintain airspeed while turning toward a landing area.
- [NTSB LAX95LA292](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA292.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Truckee, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1995 · N8386H · Substantial damage
  > A failure in the aircraft electrical system, and the pilot's failure (or inability) to extend the landing gear with the emergency extension system. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's decision to continue the flight with a known deficiency.
- [NTSB ATL95LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA156.md): Beech A36 · Mckenzie, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 12, 1995 · N26774 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to comply with the performance data for the aircraft in his attempt to takeoff, downwind, from the short sod runway, with high density altitude, and with the aircraft weight in excess of the maximum gross weight allowed.
- [NTSB ATL95LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA153.md): Yothment KOLB-FIRESTAR II · Lawrenceville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1995 · N94SY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain flying speed. A factor was the pilot's lack of familiarity with the aircraft.
- [NTSB CHI95LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA267.md): Piper PA-28 · Fremont, NE · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1995 · CGQGZ · Destroyed
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor in the accident was the unsuitable landing terrain.
- [NTSB CHI95LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA266.md): Grumman G164B · Bloomington, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1995 · N6771Q · Substantial damage
  > the disintegration of the engine's super charger bearings. Factors associated with the accident were the total failure of the engine's super charger and the unsuitable terrain surrounding the airplane's departure path encountered by the pilot.
- [NTSB MIA95LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA195.md): Cessna 195B · Macon, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 1995 · N2180C · Substantial damage
  > a total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was an engine compartment fire of undetermined origin.
- [NTSB SEA95LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA177.md): Piper PA-31 · Boise, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1995 · N9111Y · Substantial damage
  > improper adjustment of the engine fuel control units by company maintenance personnel which led to excessive fuel flow and subsequent partial loss of engine power. Factors contributing to the accident were the rough terrain and high density altitude.
- [NTSB FTW95LA330](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA330.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Hudson, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1995 · N7415W · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ANC95LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA127.md): Cessna 206 · Sterling, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 4, 1995 · N206EJ · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Failure of both pilot's to maintain adequate visual lookout. The low angle of the sun was a related factor.
- [NTSB MIA95LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA191.md): Cessna 150L · Holly Springs, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1995 · N1774Q · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to insure the oil dip stick was secure prior to departure resulting in loss of engine oil, overheating of the engine, and loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ANC95LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA126.md): Cessna 206G · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1995 · N4596U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper handling of the aircraft (prolonged yawing maneuver during step taxi turn), which resulted in uncovering of the fuel tank outlets and subsequent fuel starvation during takeoff.
- [NTSB NYC95LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA209.md): Kolb Firestar · Frankfort, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1995 · UNREG · Destroyed
  > Inflight collision with the ground for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI95LA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA246.md): Cessna P210N · Springfield, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1995 · N6322W · Substantial damage
  > the partial loss of engine power due to fouled spark plugs as a result of an improper fuel/air mixture. A factor in the accident was the powerlines.
- [NTSB SEA95LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA159.md): Cessna 402B · Wenatchee, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1995 · N51816 · Substantial damage
  > Improper installation (failure to install cotter key) by company maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB ANC95LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA121.md): Cessna 206G · Port Alsworth, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1995 · N5371U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition, which resulted in a failure to maintain runway alignment. The crosswind and proximity of trees were related factors.
- [NTSB FTW95LA318](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA318.md): Cessna 150H · Muskogee, OK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 1995 · N22637 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's evasive manuever to take off with insufficient runway available for attaining takeoff airspeed. Factors which contributed to the accident were: the unauthorized use of the airplane, the pilot's anxiety, and the dark night.
- [NTSB CHI95LA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA250.md): Grumman G-164 · Park River, ND · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1995 · N949X · Substantial damage
  > the loss of power due to the primary lead in the left magneto being grounded against the case, and the improper clearance of the breaker point gaps. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain on which to perform the forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC95LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA175.md): Varga TRI-Q200 · Elyria, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1995 · N888TQ · Destroyed
  > the pilot's decision to perform a staggered takeoff on the downwind side of the runway, which resulted in a wake turbulence encounter, loss of control in flight, and uncontrolled descent onto the runway. A factor was the pilot's lack of experience in…
- [NTSB SEA95LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA160.md): Cessna 172 · Mazama, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1995 · N8627B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed for the wind conditions during climbout. The gusty wind condition was a factor.
- [NTSB FTW95LA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA313.md): Steinke Early Bird · Akron, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1995 · N593JN · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to properly flare the airplane for landing during an emergency landing after takeoff. Factors relating to the accidents were: a malfunction of the side rave valve, an excessively rich fuel mixture, and the high density altitude, which…
- [NTSB ANC95LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA125.md): Cessna 207 · Shishmaref, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1995 · N75738 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the downdraft. Factors associated with the accident were: the short, uphill runway, and downdrafts.
- [NTSB LAX95LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA263.md): Cessna 182P · Kneeland, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N9437M · Destroyed
  > the non-instrument rated pilot's decision to takeoff in known adverse weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disoreintation and an in-flight loss of control.
- [NTSB CHI95LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA229.md): Darrell Falconar F9 · Grand Haven, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N218DA · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during the climb after takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's use of an unapproved drug while flying, his lack of experience in the make and model…
- [NTSB NYC95LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA166.md): Beech V35B · Goshen, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1995 · N11JK · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's premature liftoff which resulted in an inadvertent stall and a subsequent collision with trees.
- [NTSB ANC95LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA107.md): Hughes 500D · Paxson, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1995 · N8639F · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation due to acrylamide contamination in the fuel control inlet filter. The lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing was a related factor.
- [NTSB SEA95LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA154.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Roberts, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1995 · N4326S · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the separation of the number 3 cylinder exhaust valve rocker arm shaft from the cylinder head, which disabled movement of the exhaust valve. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA95LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA151.md): Piper PA-28-160 · Kent, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N5040W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clear of the trees. The dark night light condition was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX95LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA254.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Big Bear City, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N8742N · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper planning/decision and failure to obtain or maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff. A factor relating to the accident was: the high density altitude.
- [NTSB CHI95FA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95FA226.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Festus, MO · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N82CA · Destroyed
  > an improper annual inspection, the fouled spark plugs, the arcing magneto distributor, and the pilot's attempt to take off with known deficiencies.
- [NTSB ATL95LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA135.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Statesville, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N9908W · Substantial damage
  > A cracked cylinder that resulted in a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB FTW95LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA297.md): Grumman G-164A · Osceola, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N9041Q · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to a failed supercharger/blower. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW95LA293](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA293.md): Grumman G-164A · Simmesport, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N9949 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as result of the failure of the number 7 cylinder. A factor was the lack suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA95LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA146.md): Mooney M20G · Rigby, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1995 · N3936N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature liftoff and failure to attain adequate airspeed during takeoff. The high density altitude was a factor.
- [NTSB MIA95LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA180.md): Air Tractor AT-401 · Clewiston, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N9186J · Substantial damage
  > Improper weather evaluation by the pilot in command while attempting to takeoff with a quartering tailwind associated with a nearby thunderstorm and failure of the pilot to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB FTW95LA290](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA290.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18 Dromader · De Witt, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N210H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and the resulting inadvertent stall/mush.
- [NTSB FTW95FA277](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA277.md): Bellanca 17-31A · Hot Springs, AR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N39875 · Destroyed
  > The partial loss of engine power as a result of the disengagement of the throttle cable housing due to improper maintenance. Factors were the night condition and the lack of suitable terrain.
- [NTSB CHI95IA215](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95IA215.md): ATR 72-212 · Chicago, IL · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N440AM · Minor damage
  > the flight attendant's failure to follow procedures which resulted in her inadvertently opening the main cabin door in flight. Factors associated with the incident were: the flight attendant's fatigue due to lack of sleep and a long duty day, interference…
- [NTSB NYC95IA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95IA164.md): Enstrom F-28A · Philadelphia, PA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N203Q · Minor damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in a collision with the water.
- [NTSB LAX95LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA244.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Rubidoux, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N2529A · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation in that he attempted to fly an aircraft without first verifying the aircraft's gross weight and published performance capabilities.
- [NTSB CHI95LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA214.md): Avid Flyer · Auburn, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N8031M · Substantial damage
  > the pilot operating the airplane with known deficiencies. Factors included lack of recent flight experience, inadequate maintenance, and low airspeed.
- [NTSB MIA95FA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95FA174.md): Cessna 172RG · Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N9324B · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed after a momentary loss of engine power during takeoff, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. The reason for power loss could not be determined.
- [NTSB FTW95LA286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA286.md): Cessna 152 · Bridgeport, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N6306H · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB FTW95LA284](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA284.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Elaine, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N91282 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain a positive rate of climb.
- [NTSB SEA95LA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA142.md): Piper PA-30 · Island Park, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1995 · N7487Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor to the accident was wind gusts.
- [NTSB MIA95LA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA176.md): Kashpureff Nieuport II · Venice, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1995 · N2175L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's inability to maintain airspeed after encountering a sudden wind shift after lift off resulting in an inadvertent stall, uncontrolled descent, and ground collision.
- [NTSB LAX95LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA253.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Maricopa, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1995 · N9188T · Substantial damage
  > an undetermined internal failure of the carburetor.

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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 = 350)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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