NTSB investigations, 1989

313 cases where the phase of flight was Maneuvering.

Cases per year

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NTSB investigations, 1989 per year, 1962–2026: 18,849 cases
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Query with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "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')),
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    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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 1989
    AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT case_mkey FROM case_phases WHERE main = 450)
  ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"

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NTSB FTW90LA045Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150M · Minden, TXThe pilot's mismanagement of fuel by not maintaining an adequate supply of fuel.Dec 26, 1989 · N63391 · Substantial damageNTSB FTW90LA044Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAerospatiale AS-350B · Grand Prairie, TXManufacturer's failure to property install the left side components of the dual control system following its removal for additional completion work prior to delivery of the aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the failure of quality control personnel to…Dec 25, 1989 · N249HS · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90LA058Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Byron, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain sufficient terrain clearance altitude during a low altitude turn. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's poor judgement in conducting touch-and-go landings with a 700-foot ceiling.Dec 23, 1989 · N8218B · DestroyedNTSB ATL90LA043Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer 269C · Norcross, GAThe student pilot's improper execution of the landing procedure resulting in dynamic roll-over of the helicopter.Dec 22, 1989 · N75068 · Substantial damageNTSB ANC90FA021Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31 · Beluga, AKFailure of the pilot to maintain proper altitude. Darkness and adverse weather conditions were related factors.Dec 22, 1989 · N302SC · DestroyedNTSB ATL90LA042Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell TH-1 · Creola, ALThe loss of engine power due to a #21 bearing failure. The bearing failed as a result of inadequate maintenance. A factor in the accident was the pilot operating the helicopter within the avoid operating envelope.Dec 20, 1989 · N106SR · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90FA040Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Cincinnati, OHFailure of the Cessna pilot to remain clear of the helicopter after experiencing a partial power loss.Dec 17, 1989 · N8940T · 2 aircraft · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90DXQ01Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportBennet Spezio Tuholer · Chilcoot, CAThe pilot's improper inflight decision by failing to maintain proper terrain clearance while maneuvering near the ground to observe some deer.Dec 15, 1989 · N8841 · DestroyedNTSB ATL90LA034Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-150 · Jackson, TNLoss of power in both engines (probable fuel starvation) due to improper planning/decision by the pilot(s), and lack of supervision by the instructor. Soft terrain in the emergency landing area was considered to be a factor.Dec 3, 1989 · N1361P · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90LA042Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47G-II · Rialto, CAThe pilot's loss of directional control and subsequent overcontrol while hovering. Contributing to the accident were the gusty wind conditions and the pilot's inexperience.Dec 2, 1989 · N2899B · DestroyedNTSB SEA90LA025Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHiller UH-12E · Raymond, WALoss of engine power due to fatigue failure of the impeller. The helicopter was substantially damaged as a result of a roll-over on uneven terrain.Nov 29, 1989 · N9762C · Substantial damageNTSB SEA90LA023Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 369D · Stayton, ORThe maintenance personnel failed to record the previous flight time for the overrunning clutch on airworthiness certification documents when the assembly was overhauled. Also, causal to the accident was the operation of the aircraft by the operator for 175…Nov 29, 1989 · N446TN · Substantial damageNTSB NYC90FA036Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Coventry, CTThe non-instrument rated pilot initiating VFR flight into IMC on a dark night which resulted in spatial disorientation and uncontrolled flight into the ground. Contributing factor(s) was: the adverse weather existing at the time of the accident and the…Nov 28, 1989 · N3309W · DestroyedNTSB CHI90DEE03Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportNelsen-David Sonerai II/EV · Huntley, ILPilot-in-command's failure to maintain airspeed during a turn at low altitude, resulting in an inadvertent stall and impact with terrain, lack of recent total experience and lack of total experience in type of aircraft.Nov 26, 1989 · N4984H · DestroyedNTSB FTW90FA037Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportChristen Industries Pitts S-2B · La Junta, TXThe pilot's delayed remedial action to recover from the spin and his misjudging of altitude.Nov 23, 1989 · N6031U · DestroyedNTSB ATL90LA029Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Burlington, NCLoss of engine power for an unknown reason. The barn was considered to be a related factor.Nov 19, 1989 · N89212 · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90LA033Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMcDonnell Douglas 369 · Barstow, CAImproper planning/decision by the pilot, and his delay in jettisoning the load.Nov 17, 1989 · N1097G · DestroyedNTSB LAX90DVG01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportSchweizer G-164B · Grimes, CAFailure of the counter weight bracket to the propeller assembly.Nov 16, 1989 · N3633Q · Substantial damageNTSB SEA90LA016Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Estacada, ORThe pilot misjudged clearance between her external load and the obstruction. Factors related to the accident were: the obstruction, improper maintenance and modification of the external load line/hook by the operator, failure of the pilot to jettison the…Nov 15, 1989 · N9592F · DestroyedNTSB CHI90FA026Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172D · Mt Morris, ILVFR flight into IMC and spatial disorientation of the pilot. Contributing to the accident were the meteorological conditions and the overconfidence and lack of experience of the pilot.Nov 15, 1989 · N2796U · DestroyedNTSB MKC90LA027Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · Springdale, ARThe banner tow pick up equipment became entangled resulting in a jammed rudder and restricted aircraft control.Nov 11, 1989 · N4115Y · Substantial damageNTSB DEN90FA022Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 182F · Oakley, UTThe pilot diverted his attention, misjudged his altitude and failed to maintain clearance above the trees, while maneuvering at low altitude over mountainous terrain. The mountainous terrain, high density altitude, low airspeed, and trees were contributing…Nov 10, 1989 · N3625U · DestroyedNTSB DEN90FA021Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 310I · Provo, UTThe Cessna pilot misjudge his altitude above the water. Contributing factors were: the pilot allowing his attention to be diverted and his lack of visual/depth perception over the calm (glassy) water.Nov 9, 1989 · N145Y · DestroyedNTSB ANC90FA010Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna A185E · Anchorage, AKThe throttle control linkage became disconnected on the first flight after an annual inspection due to improper maintenance. Darkness and high vegetation were contributing factors.Nov 7, 1989 · N1592F · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90FA025Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Safford, AZThe pilot failed to maintain an airspeed above the aircraft's stall speed as he turned away from ascending terrain. The aircraft's inadequate performance resulting from improper grade of fuel and high density altitude and the pilot's lack of experience in…Nov 6, 1989 · N5624A · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90DKG02Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportBell 47G/Tomcat MK5 · Elberton, GAA loss of engine power due to carburetor ice.Nov 6, 1989 · N73871 · DestroyedNTSB NYC90LA025Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47G-3B1 · Westfield, MALoss of aircraft control for an undetermined reason, which resulted in the tail rotor striking the ground and separating from the helicopter.Nov 4, 1989 · N57919 · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90LA023Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · S. Juan Batista, CAThe pilot's intentional buzzing and failure to see and avoid a guy wire.Nov 4, 1989 · N2203V · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90DUJ05Accident · No injuriesFinal reportBell UH-1E · Mesa, AZThe inflight separation of the tail rotor due to improper maintenance procedures and the installation of incorrect attachment hardware on the tail rotor blade pitch change linkages.Nov 4, 1989 · N138US · DestroyedNTSB MIA90LA024Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Immokalee, FLFailure of the pilot to maintain proper altitude and his failure to maintain adequate visual lookout to see and avoid obstructions. The static line (obstruction) was a contributing factor.Nov 3, 1989 · N4129E · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90GA023Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportSikorsky SK-70 · Marathon, FLFailure of the pilot to maintain the proper altitude over the ocean water. Factors related to the accident were: continued operation of the helicopter with a known partial deficiency of the radio altimeter/warning system, darkness, the pilot's lack of visual…Nov 3, 1989 · N23576 · DestroyedNTSB MIA90LA023Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47D1 · Loxahatchee, FLFailure of the pilot to maintain rotor RPM after pulling up from a swath run. A related factor was the presence of trees.Nov 2, 1989 · N93067 · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90DVM01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportBell 47G-5 · Guadalupe, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain sufficient clearance allowing the aircraft to collide with a wooden power pole. Contributing to the accident was the sunglare which inhibited the pilot's vision.Nov 1, 1989 · N4798R · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90FA017Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 150M · Carrollton, OHThe pilot failed to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which led to an inadvertent stall/spin. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's apparent desire to show off, and the low altitude at which he chose to perform the maneuver.Oct 29, 1989 · N66538 · DestroyedNTSB MKC90FA019Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 320 · Nebraska City, NEThe pilot's decision to continue the flight into IFR conditions and the failure to maintain adequate alittude. Factors related to the accident were the pilot's over confidence in his ability and the lack of instrument flight experience.Oct 28, 1989 · N5725X · DestroyedNTSB MIA90LA018Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47G · West Palm Beach, FLThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors related to the accident were: the unfavorable and gusty wind conditions.Oct 28, 1989 · N6359E · Substantial damageNTSB LAX90LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-180 · Bishop, CAThe pilot's neglect in failure to ensure adequate clearance was available to pass the parked refueling vehicle. The refueling vehicle parking position on an active taxiway was a factor in the accident.Oct 28, 1989 · N7594J · Substantial damageNTSB DEN90LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 206F · Opheim, MTPilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while executing a low pass.Oct 27, 1989 · N33211 · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90DKJ02Accident · No injuriesFinal reportBell 47G2 · Wettumpka, ALThe pilot's failure to avoid obstacles during aerial application maneuvering.Oct 27, 1989 · N9025 · DestroyedNTSB LAX90LA013Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22A · Simi Valley, CAStudent pilot's failure to maintain the proper altitude.Oct 26, 1989 · N84817 · Substantial damageNTSB DEN90FA013Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T210L · Penasco, NMImproper inflight planning/decision by the pilot, and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude over mountainous terrain. Factors related to the accident were: failure of the pilot to obtain (and/or understand) wind aloft information, his lack of…Oct 25, 1989 · N93110 · DestroyedNTSB ATL90GA010Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportHiller UH-12D · Mentor, OHImproper in-flight planning/decision by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions and trees.Oct 23, 1989 · N63LC · DestroyedNTSB MKC90LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 369HS · Ogilvie, MNLoss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Factors related to the accident were: the unsuitable terrain conditions in the emergency landing area.Oct 22, 1989 · N3961H · Substantial damageNTSB ANC90LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Port Heiden, AKFailure of the pilot to maintain of the aircraft while maneuvering.Oct 22, 1989 · N847DG · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90LA020Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Valdosta, GAInadequate visual lookout by the pilot (failure to see & avoid the obstruction). Contributing factors were the transmission (power) line and lack of visual cues (pilot's visual perception).Oct 17, 1989 · N172SC · Substantial damageNTSB ATL90FA007Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportVultee BT-13 · Axis, ALThe aircraft inadvertently entered a stall, when the pilot/passenger had a heart attack. A factor related to the accident was: lack of altitude for the pilot-in-command to recover from the stall.Oct 15, 1989 · N56381 · DestroyedNTSB ATL90DKJ01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportSteen Skybolt · Bessemer, ALThe improper use of the flight controls by the pilot in command during an aerobatic maneuver. While attempting a snap roll, the pilot failed to introduce sufficient elevator input to complete the maneuver.Oct 15, 1989 · N211RB · DestroyedNTSB CHI90LA011Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Hillsdale, MIPoor judgement of the student pilot by not following his flight instructor's directions on his first supervised solo flight and by not maintaining a safe altitude, which resulted in a collision with the terrain. Related factors were: unauthorized low flight…Oct 14, 1989 · N757GB · DestroyedNTSB SEA90FA005Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportHughes 369D · Bothell, WAThe pilot failed to determine weather conditions before the flight, his attempt to fly VFR in IMC, and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance altitude. Factors in the accident were the low ceiling, rain and fog weather conditions.Oct 13, 1989 · N8613F · DestroyedNTSB NYC90FA011Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-300 · Glastonbury, CTThe pilot-in-command's failure to maintain adequate altitude control during maneuvering flight. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the airplane's electrical system and the pilot's operation at night, without emergency lighting (flashlight).Oct 11, 1989 · N4106W · Substantial damage