# Fatal NTSB investigations: Rotax SEE BOMBADIER

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.

## Latest cases

- [NTSB CEN24FA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24FA083.md): Just Highlander · Dolores, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Jan 6, 2024 · N712DG · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s collision with a fence while taking off from a snow-covered dirt airstrip.
- [NTSB GAA22WA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA22WA138.md): Sachse Stephan Aventura II · Klekot, Poland · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 5 · Foreign · Mar 29, 2022 · N27ZX · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CEN20LA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA169.md): Rans S-12 · Delta, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · May 3, 2020 · N427LB · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a test flight which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB CEN19FA276](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19FA276.md): Shirley Carl Sportcopter Vortex · Viroqua, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 2 · Field · Final report · Aug 19, 2019 · N634SC · Destroyed
  > The noncertificated pilot's loss of control of the gyrocopter after a total loss of engine power due to seizure of the crankshaft bearings. Contributing to the accident were the insufficient maintenance of the engine and the pilot's lack of gyrocopter flight…
- [NTSB ERA19LA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19LA247.md): Fantasy Air Allegro · Boone, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Aug 14, 2019 · N5020X · Destroyed
  > The reported total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
- [NTSB WPR19FA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR19FA121.md): TL Ultralight Sro Stingsport · Madera, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Apr 25, 2019 · N797N · Destroyed
  > The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during the simulated engine failure on initial climb after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control at too low of an altitude to recover.
- [NTSB CEN19FA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19FA122.md): Rans S7 · Kingsland, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Apr 21, 2019 · N25TX · Destroyed
  > The exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a steep climb after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin into terrain.
- [NTSB WPR19FA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR19FA106.md): Tecnam P2002 · Santa Fe, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Apr 8, 2019 · N118LS · Destroyed
  > The flight instructor’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb after takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack, an aerodynamic stall, and loss of control.
- [NTSB CEN15FA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FA281.md): Stuhlmiller Robert Europa · Beloit, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 2015 · N149RS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s incapacitation in flight due to a cardiovascular event.
- [NTSB CEN15LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA026.md): Stephenson Stol CH 701 · Mount Vernon, IN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2014 · N34WS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s impairment due to the ingestion of alcohol and sedating medications, which led to her improper decision to conduct low-level flight, affected her ability to safety operate the airplane, and resulted in her failure to maintain clearance from power…
- [NTSB WPR15FA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15FA010.md): Cessna 170B · Yerington, NV · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 12, 2014 · N3558C · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The failure of the Savannah pilot to maintain awareness of the position of the Cessna while attempting a join up maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the impaired decision-making of the Savannah's pilot due to the combined effects of licit and illicit…
- [NTSB CEN13LA409](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA409.md): Flight Design Ctsw · Taos, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 2013 · N424CT · Substantial damage
  > The airplane's unexpected encounter with a dust devil, which resulted in the loss of airplane control.
- [NTSB ERA12FA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA052.md): Interplane S R O Skyboy · Miami, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 2011 · N58784 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while flying at low speed, which resulted in a subsequent aerodynamic stall, spin, and impact with terrain. Contributing to the outcome of the accident was the pilot’s decision to operate the airplane…
- [NTSB WPR11FA333](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11FA333.md): Davidson Zenith Stol CH701 · Glendale, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 2011 · N701RD · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and the pilot’s subsequent failure to maintain airplane control during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to ensure that the fuel valves were in the correct position for…
- [NTSB CEN11FA465](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA465.md): Pipistrel Taurus · Durango, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 2011 · N261T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s loss of control during the off-airport landing in strong winds, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ANC09FA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09FA062.md): Zenair Stol CH 701 · Wasilla, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 2009 · N701BX · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid an aerodynamic stall during takeoff and his decision to fly the airplane over its allowable gross weight. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's excessive gross weight.
- [NTSB NYC08LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA235.md): Lanier James A Talon XP · Cleveland, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 2008 · N1974L · Destroyed
  > An inadvertent stall during the initial climb.
- [NTSB NYC08FA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08FA158.md): Chech Aircraft Works Spol Sro CH 601 XL RTF · Polk City, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 7, 2008 · N357DT · Substantial damage
  > The in-flight failure of the left wing for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DEN08LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA040.md): Garniss Stol 701 · Mesilla, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 15, 2007 · N45500 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during an intentional low altitude maneuver due to impairment, resulting in the in-flight collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ATL07LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07LA129.md): Kolb MK II · Sweetwater, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 2007 · N43046 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during climb.
- [NTSB DEN07FA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07FA136.md): Zlin Aviation s.r.o. Savage · Mosquero, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 2007 · N808GS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering, resulting in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the conflicting airspeed information provided by the manufacturer, the incorrect airspeed indicator markings, and the high density…
- [NTSB LAX07LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA148.md): Hill Europa XS · Livermore, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 2007 · N214KS · Destroyed
  > the loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during the initial climb, and the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while attempting a return to runway maneuver, which resulted in a stall/spin.
- [NTSB ATL07LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07LA025.md): Fagan Rans S-6S · Taylorsville, NC · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2006 · N949S · Destroyed
  > The pilots failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering resulting in an inadvertent stall, uncontrolled decent, collision with the ground, and a post crash fire.
- [NTSB DFW07LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA032.md): Noble Vans RV-7A · Norman, OK · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 2, 2006 · N216RV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. A contributing factor was the pilot's attempt at formation flying.
- [NTSB DFW07LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA026.md): Keesler Pulsar · Alvarado, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 2006 · N115SE · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper handling of the airplane while manuevering at a low altitude, which resulted in an inadvertant stall.
- [NTSB LAX07LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA032.md): Kolb MK III · Paulden, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 13, 2006 · N2031S · Destroyed
  > failure of the pilot to maintain an adequate airspeed that led to a stall/spin.
- [NTSB NYC07FA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07FA025.md): Czech Aircraft Works CH 601 XL RTF · Basye, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 2006 · N601VA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB LAX07LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX07LA017.md): Wilson Quicksilver Sport 2S · Buckeye, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2006 · N7081N · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate clearance from obstacles.
- [NTSB CHI06FA196](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI06FA196.md): Shaw Europa XS · Oshkosh, WI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 2006 · N229WC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB CHI06LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI06LA178.md): Moon Rans S-14 · Berlin, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 2006 · N43293 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CHI06LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI06LA119.md): Woods Skyboy Quick Kit · Huntington, IN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 2006 · N758RW · Substantial damage
  > The flight's impact with terrain while maneuvering due to undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ATL05LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05LA140.md): Allegro 2000 · Supply, NC · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 2005 · N9164M · Substantial damage
  > The instructor pilot's failure to maintain airspeed for unknown reasons, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent collision with the ground.
- [NTSB SEA05LA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA067.md): Hoover Challenger II STD · La Grande, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 2005 · N4018G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's VFR flight into IMC and his failure to maintain clearance with terrain during cruise flight. Factors were the existing weather conditions that included low ceilings, snow, obscuration, and the mountainous, rising terrain.
- [NTSB DFW05LA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05LA069.md): Nolen Lite Squared · Holdenville, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 14, 2005 · N222JN · Destroyed
  > Undetermined
- [NTSB NYC05LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC05LA017.md): Labhart Kolb Twinstar Mk III · London, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 2004 · N83NK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination. A factor was the lack of an installed fuel strainer.
- [NTSB ATL04LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA111.md): Riggs Skyraider 1 · Blounts Creek, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 6, 2004 · N321TR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall. A factor was loss of engine power and water in the fuel.

## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
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."highestInjuryLevel" = 'Fatal'
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.engine_model_code IN ('55555'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?engine=55555&fatal=1

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