# NTSB investigations: Landing

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.

Page 289 of 1,075 · 53,703 cases

## Cases, newest first

- [NTSB LAX97LA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA246.md): Maule MX-7-180A · Long Beach, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1997 · N600XX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during rollout.
- [NTSB ATL97LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA109.md): Cessna 172M · Athens, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1997 · N13428 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to initiate a go-around. The pilot's misjudged approach was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI97LA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA219.md): Weatherly 201C · Stephen, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1997 · N9054W · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's exceeding the design stress limits of the aircraft. A factor was the crosswind.
- [NTSB FTW97LA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA271.md): Cessna 152 · Sherman, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1997 · N4870B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed landing flare and his improper bounced landing recovery technique.
- [NTSB CHI97LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA214.md): Cessna 172 · Ottumwa, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1997 · N733FT · Substantial damage
  > the improper flare performed by the student and the inadequate recovery from the bounced landing. A factor related to the accident was the student lack of experience.
- [NTSB ANC97LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA104.md): Piper PA-18 · Gakona, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1997 · N83675 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB MIA97FA213](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97FA213.md): Gates Learjet 35A · Avon Park, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1997 · N19LH · Destroyed
  > a loss of engine power as a result of the thrust reversers being deployed and subsequent in-flight collision was wires. Factors in this accident were the pilot's disregard for procedures, and the improper use of the thrust reversers.
- [NTSB ATL97LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA105.md): Cessna 172N · Lakeland, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1997 · N737EV · Substantial damage
  > the student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain proper runway alignment during the landing, which resulted in a collision with a runway marker. The rear-quartering tailwind (crosswind) and gusts were related factors.
- [NTSB NYC97LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA143.md): Cessna 172M · Manville, NJ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1997 · N9679V · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed. A factor was the pilot's lack of recent flight experience.
- [NTSB LAX97LA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA249.md): Cessna 182G · Fresno, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1997 · N2164R · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and damage to the airplane.
- [NTSB IAD97LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97LA098.md): Cessna 182K · Ellington, CT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1997 · N2539R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance and his failure to execute a go around.
- [NTSB SEA97LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA167.md): Cessna 140 · Arlington, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1997 · N4275N · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the right-main landing gear axle after landing.
- [NTSB NYC97LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA145.md): Slingsby T65A · Bethel, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1997 · N111XX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare. A factor in the accident was the pilot's fatigue.
- [NTSB LAX97LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA244.md): Smith, Ted Aerostar Aerostar 601 · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1997 · N7435S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision, his failure to obtain the current wind information, his selection of the wrong runway, and his delay in aborting landing.
- [NTSB IAD97LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97LA099.md): Beech BE-35 · Wadsworth, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1997 · N2738V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to retard the engine throttle to idle during the landing roll. A related factor was the diverted attention.
- [NTSB ANC97LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97LA101.md): Boeing D75N1 · Eagle, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1997 · N60821 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his inadequate in-flight planning/decision making during an aborted landing.
- [NTSB NYC97LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA141.md): Cessna 182 · Springfield, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1997 · N8568T · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's misjudgment of distance and speed, and his delay in aborting the landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point for landing, and proximity of the fence to the runway.
- [NTSB ATL97LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA100.md): Beech 55 · Murfreesboro, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1997 · N45CW · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the aircraft braking system due to low brake pressure resulting from the undetermined loss of brake fluid from the brake reservoir.
- [NTSB LAX97LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA236.md): Grumman American AA-5B · Susanville, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1997 · N28299 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadvertent encounter with unfavorable weather conditions during the landing, and his failure to maintain runway alignment. The sudden onset of crosswind gusts beyond the capability of the aircraft was a related factor.
- [NTSB FTW97LA260](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA260.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Sonora, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1997 · N2583F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during landing roll. A factor was gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB MIA97LA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA207.md): Wsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Clewiston, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1997 · N82019 · Destroyed
  > a forced landing as a result of an undetermined loss of engine power and subsequent impact with a railroad switching unit and nose over.
- [NTSB LAX97LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA251.md): Cessna 150M · Chico, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1997 · N8168U · Substantial damage
  > failure of the student pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during a go-around. Trees at the departure end of the runway were a related factor.
- [NTSB LAX97LA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA237.md): Cessna 172N · Joshua Tree, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1997 · N738ET · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to adequately judge the wind direction and to select the correct runway, which resulted in a downwind landing; and his failure to go around, while there was sufficient runway remaining. The tailwind, fence, and ditch were related factors.
- [NTSB FTW97LA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA266.md): Ercoupe Ercoupe 415-C · Huntsville, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1997 · N99739 · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent stall due to the student pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and a proper descent rate. A factor was the inadequate supervision by the flight instructor.
- [NTSB CHI97LA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA203.md): Piper PA-17 · Cadillac, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1997 · N4594H · Substantial damage
  > the pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane during an attempted go-around and the pilot's lack of recent flight experience.
- [NTSB ANC97TA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97TA098.md): Cessna U206G · Platinum, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 7, 1997 · N756ZV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of the proper touchdown point. A factor associated with the accident was a tailwind.
- [NTSB SEA97LA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA160.md): Cessna 170B · Jackson, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1997 · N211R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Gusting wind conditions was a factor.
- [NTSB SEA97LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA159.md): Beech G35 · Jackson, WY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1997 · N4552D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Hypoxia and hypoglycemia were physical impairment factors.
- [NTSB NYC97LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA137.md): Aerostar-Raven S-60-A · Clyde, OH · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1997 · N3590H · No damage
  > An abrupt touchdown to avoid power lines which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to properly brief the passengers for the landing.
- [NTSB IAD97LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97LA100.md): Cessna 182H · Pedrictown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1997 · N1858X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare.
- [NTSB FTW97FA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA255.md): Boeing 727-247 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · Minor injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1997 · N2809W · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate inspection of the right main landing gear forward trunnion bearing support fitting. Factors were the failure of the right main landing gear forward trunnion bearing support fitting and the subsequent right main landing gear failure.
- [NTSB SEA97LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA158.md): Bell 47G-3B-1 · Roosevelt, UT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1997 · N8537F · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Wind gusts were a factor.
- [NTSB FTW97LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA254.md): North American NA-265-80 · Ardmore, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1997 · N100EJ · Substantial damage
  > The failure of maintenance personnel to mask the gear locking pins prior to painting the airplane which resulted in the right main gear locking pin jamming in the unlocked position due to contamination with paint. A factor was the failure of maintenance…
- [NTSB CHI97LA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA207.md): Balloon Works Firefly 7 · Columbia, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1997 · N1527B · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to properly judge the landing approach. The proximity of transmission wires was a related factor.
- [NTSB CHI97LA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA206.md): Piper PA-34-200 · Mackinac Island, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1997 · N56676 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing. Turbulence on short final was a related factor.
- [NTSB ATL97LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA098.md): Piper PA-12 · Swansboro, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1997 · N7799H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. A factor was the gusting winds.
- [NTSB LAX97LA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA268.md): Cessna 172 · Goodyear, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1997 · N7359A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition, and his resultant failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing flare.
- [NTSB LAX97LA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA239.md): Cessna 172 · Aguiguan Island, Mauritius · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1997 · N8189B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain runway alignment while landing on an undeveloped private dirt strip.
- [NTSB FTW97LA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA256.md): Let Blanik L-13 · Pagosa Springs, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1997 · N65378 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper inflight planning in that he allowed the glider to descend to too low an altitude and stray too far from the airport, exceeding the aircraft's glide capabilities. A factor was his failure to utilize maximum braking action.
- [NTSB FTW97LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA253.md): Piper PA-31T · Austin, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1997 · N974DC · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's failure to follow the landing checklist.
- [NTSB FTW97LA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA259.md): Luscombe 8A · Seminole, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1997 · N71381 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions. A factor was the prevailing quartering tailwind.
- [NTSB FTW97LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA257.md): Reiffer RS-15 · Ward, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1997 · N8032H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent stall. Factors were the pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, his failure to use the flaps to obtain the proper touchdown point, and the pilot's lack of recent experience in the type of aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX97LA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA228.md): Aviat A-1 · Novato, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 1997 · N13HU · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during landing, and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft. The gusty crosswind condition was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC97TA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC97TA096.md): Piper PA-18 · Nenana, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 2, 1997 · N5582C · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop and a collapsed main landing gear. His lack of experience in tailwheel airplanes was a related factor.
- [NTSB LAX97LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA229.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Page, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1997 · N7764D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind gusts and his failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB SEA97LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA155.md): Piper PA-18 · Prineville, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N1182A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, his improper decision to attempt an aborted takeoff on a short airstrip surround by rising terrain and trees, and his failure to maintain clearance from the trees during the aborted takeoff attempt. Factors…
- [NTSB NYC97LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA130.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Frankfort, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N8139C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of distance and speed on final approach, and his failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing. A factor in the accident was the night light condition.
- [NTSB LAX97LA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA256.md): Cessna 150F · Casa Grande, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N6634F · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB CHI97LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA191.md): Cessna 402B · Springfield, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N901BC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's (CFI) inadequate supervision and failure to take remedial action. A factor was the dual student's failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB CHI97LA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA189.md): Cessna 172P · Fowlerville, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N55121 · Substantial damage
  > failure of the pilot to either attain proper touchdown point for landing or go around while he had sufficient airspeed and runway remaining.

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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 = 550)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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