# 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 ATL02LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA131.md): Beech 18 · Venice, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 2002 · N1002C · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper use of flight controls during takeoff, that resulted in the loss of control during takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX02GA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02GA209.md): McDonnell Douglas 369E · Ontario, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Jun 25, 2002 · N40NT · Destroyed
  > The mechanic's improper maintenance procedures (FOD prevention) during a 100-hour inspection, which resulted in foreign object damage (FOD) to the compressor section and catastrophic engine failure. Factors were the presence of vehicles and power lines…
- [NTSB FTW02LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA189.md): Beech BE-58 · Farmington, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2002 · N8245H · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the nose landing gear plunger assembly due to fatigue.
- [NTSB IAD02LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA062.md): Castle Glasair II-SRG · Mill Hall, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 2002 · N676EC · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the crankshaft due to a lack of lubrication.
- [NTSB NYC02LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA124.md): Hunter A-28 Victor · Shelter Island, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2002 · N61450 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff, which resulted in a collision with trees.
- [NTSB LAX02LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA204.md): Beech V35A · Cottonwood, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 20, 2002 · N8327N · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as a result of the failure of the #1 lower connecting rod bolt due to fatigue.
- [NTSB MIA02FA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02FA113.md): Piper PA-46-310P · Naples, FL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2002 · N9127L · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed above the stall speed while maneuvering to land after the engine ceased operating for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a stall/spin, an uncontrolled descent, and an impact with the ground.
- [NTSB SEA02LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA103.md): Stinson 108-1 · Heyburn, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 2002 · N8849K · Substantial damage
  > A blocked fuel line due to a gasket that had disintegrated and blocked the fuel line.
- [NTSB LAX02FA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02FA198.md): Cessna 182Q · Deer Valley, AZ · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 2002 · N33PA · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during the takeoff initial climb, and, the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering to return to the runway, which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB FTW02LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA182.md): Cessna R172K · Llano, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 2002 · N758W · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC02LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA113.md): Piper PA-28-200 · Gettysburg, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 2002 · N9357N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to accurately compute takeoff performance and his failure to establish a positive climb resulting in a collision with trees.
- [NTSB CHI02LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA159.md): Galbraith Piel Emeraude · Hot Springs, SD · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 2002 · N71PE · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the connecting rod fatigue failure during takeoff climb.
- [NTSB CHI02LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA158.md): Beech B35 · Lakewood, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2002 · N352GF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff when he encountered a stall after failing to maintain airspeed.
- [NTSB LAX02LA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA190.md): Bellanca 17-30A · Fallon, NV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2002 · N8249R · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to attain an adequate takeoff airspeed, which resulted in a stall/mush. The high gross weight and density altitude were contributing factors.
- [NTSB FTW02LA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA179.md): Schweizer 269D · Crawford, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2002 · N333UC · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as a result of the pilot's exceedence of the engine's temperature limits, resulting in the melting of blades on the first and second stage turbine wheels. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI02LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA160.md): Navion Navion A · Forest Lake, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2002 · N8717H · Destroyed
  > The pilot not performing an aborted takeoff. The soft turf runway and power lines were contributing factors.
- [NTSB NYC02LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA099.md): Boucher Revolution Mini 500 · Sterling, MA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2002 · N54VP · Destroyed
  > A misalignment of the rotor system drive belt, which resulted in belt chaffing, its subsequent separation, and a resultant loss of power to the rotor system. Also causal was the relatively low altitude and airspeed at which the separation occurred, which…
- [NTSB LAX02LA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA192.md): Cessna 172S · Goldfield, NV · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2002 · N480DW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a high density altitude takeoff. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack of experience in the type of operation and a wind gust.
- [NTSB FTW02LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA173.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Provo, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2002 · N146P · Substantial damage
  > the total loss of engine power for reasons undetermined.
- [NTSB FTW02LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA174.md): Cessna 150 · Fort Worth, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2002 · N6249R · Substantial damage
  > the partial loss of engine power due to the mixture control rod separating from the carburetor. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA02LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA105.md): Cessna 150M · Ormond Beach, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 2002 · N63591 · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the dual student and failure to take prompt remedial action, resulting in a collision with a tree, a subsequent loss of control, and collision with the ground.
- [NTSB IAD02LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA056.md): Cessna 177RG · Trenton, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2002 · N8200G · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the engine induction alternate air door, which resulted in a loss of engine power. A factor was the non-compliance with the manufacturer's service letter.
- [NTSB FTW02LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA168.md): Ercoupe ERCO-415-E · Conway, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2002 · N94769 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the pilots necessity to avoid a power line during the emergency descent and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA02LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA090.md): Cessna 172 · Carey, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2002 · N7225A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during takeoff.
- [NTSB DEN02LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN02LA047.md): Cessna 170B · Rock Springs, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2002 · N4559C · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during initial takeoff climb. A contributing factor was the gusty crosswind.
- [NTSB ANC02FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02FA038.md): Piper PA-18 · Lime Village, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 27, 2002 · N4347Z · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of weather and his inability to maintain aircraft control. A contributing factor was high winds due to thunderstorm outflow activity.
- [NTSB MIA02LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA099.md): Piper J-3F-65 · Eton, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 26, 2002 · N33204 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during initial climb after takeoff, resulting in collision with a power pole. A factor in the accident was the flight's encounter with a downdraft condition during initial climb.
- [NTSB LAX02LA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA176.md): Hughes 369C · Agana · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 26, 2002 · N500LA · Substantial damage
  > sabotage to the helicopter's fuel system, which resulted in a loss of engine power and a forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI02LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA143.md): Rose 75% Scale Fokker D8 · Derby, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 25, 2002 · N2188X · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate preflight planning and inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind and the trees which the airplane contacted…
- [NTSB ANC02LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02LA039.md): Cessna 185 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 25, 2002 · N80994 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of weather conditions, which precipitated an in-flight loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain. A factor contributing to the accident was the tailwind.
- [NTSB FTW02LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA161.md): Ayres S2R-T34 · Aubrey, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 24, 2002 · N4025Y · Substantial damage
  > The failure of a compressor turbine blade(s) for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB ATL02LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA105.md): Stearman A75N1 · Panacea, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 24, 2002 · N5545F · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from fuel restriction through the fuel shutoff valve.
- [NTSB ATL02LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA106.md): Beech 35 · Hernando, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 23, 2002 · N2925B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain wing tip clearance during an attempted takeoff that resulted in the collision with the ground.
- [NTSB CHI02LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA136.md): Cessna T210N · Lake in Hills, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 19, 2002 · N210AB · Substantial damage
  > It was not possible for the pilot to land the airplane at a proper touchdown point during the aborted takeoff and unsuitable terrain was encountered off the end of the runway. Factors associated with the accident were a proper climb rate was not achieved…
- [NTSB SEA02FA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02FA083.md): Grumman G-44 · Boise, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · May 16, 2002 · N700BL · Substantial damage
  > A blocked fuel line that resulted in fuel starvation to the engine and the pilot's failure to follow emergency procedures. A contamination of metal flakes on the fuel filter, and an inadequate annual inspection were factors.
- [NTSB ATL02LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA100.md): Taber Lancair Super ES · Hattiesburg, MS · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 2002 · N600MT · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during takeoff which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent collision with the ground.
- [NTSB FTW02LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA150.md): Aubrey Challenger II · Lubbock, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 12, 2002 · N2NX · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX02LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA152.md): Cessna 182P · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 7, 2002 · N425Q · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to lean the mixture properly resulting in a partial loss of power.
- [NTSB NYC02LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA094.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Middleville, NY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 4, 2002 · N4151F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain proper alignment with the runway after being struck by a gust of wind. Factors were the gusty winds and the berm struck by the airplane.
- [NTSB FTW02LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA139.md): Boeing A75SN1 · Georgetown, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 4, 2002 · N5805V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate planning/decision resulting in the wake turbulence encounter during the takeoff/initial climb of the formation flight. A contributing factor was the partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB FTW02LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA128.md): Cessna 172RG · Alamogordo, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 2002 · N6288R · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a forced landing after takeoff.
- [NTSB IAD02LA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA044.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Louisville, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2002 · N166PA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent selection of an empty fuel tank, which resulted in fuel starvation of the engine.
- [NTSB CHI02FA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02FA113.md): Cessna 172RG · Marthasville, MO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2002 · N5388R · Destroyed
  > The inadequate supervision and the stall encountered by the certified flight instructor.
- [NTSB SEA02LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA072.md): Gallagher Taylor "Coot" · Creswell, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2002 · N41RG · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power due to oil starvation followed by the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the initial climb shortly after takeoff. An improper engine modification was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI02LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA109.md): Piper PA-32RT-300T · Valparaiso, IN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2002 · N3034A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not maintaining aircraft control while encountering windshear during initial climbout, resulting in a stall at a low altitude.
- [NTSB FTW02LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA120.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Lamesa, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 15, 2002 · N91905 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to contamination of the fuel system. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL02LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA078.md): Piper PA-18 · Pahokee, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 11, 2002 · N30660 · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power and the post-landing fire for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC02FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02FA028.md): Beech E18S · Juneau, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 11, 2002 · N686Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot's excessive loading of the airplane that precipitated an inadvertent stall/mush during the initial climb.
- [NTSB SEA02LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA065.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Rockford, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 8, 2002 · N81705 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning/decision to continue the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the wind gusts.
- [NTSB MIA02LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA080.md): Gary L. Zeigler Monnett Moni · Sevierville, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 6, 2002 · N10GZ · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed while turning to reverse direction resulting in an inadvertent stall, uncontrolled descent, and in-flight collision with trees. A factor in the accident was the failure of the pilot to tighten the spark plugs…

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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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