# Fatal NTSB investigations

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 FTW04FA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA044.md): Beech H-35 · Mena, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 15, 2003 · N7929D · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain proper altitude and clearance from terrain. Contributing factors were the mountainous terrain, fog, clouds, and turbulence.
- [NTSB FTW04LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA040.md): Hackney Vans RV-6A · Carthage, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 14, 2003 · N528DH · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in a stall,
- [NTSB ANC04FA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04FA015.md): Cessna P210N · Tonopah, NV · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 14, 2003 · N4674A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to follow approved instrument flight procedures, and his failure to maintain clearance from obstacles/terrain, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain. Factors associated with the accident are snow and low clouds.
- [NTSB FTW04WA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA048.md): Piper PA-46 · Guaymas, Mexico · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 13, 2003 · N9223X · Destroyed
- [NTSB SEA04LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA026.md): Upright RV-7A · McMinnville, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 11, 2003 · N29CV · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Cloudy weather, continued flight into adverse weather, inadequate preflight planning and mountainous terrain were factors.
- [NTSB ATL04FA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA051.md): Cessna 414 · Greeneville, TN · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 11, 2003 · N1592T · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering in icing conditions on a circling approach for landing resulting in an inadvertent stall and collision with trees and terrain. A factor in the accident was a partial loss of engine power due to the…
- [NTSB FTW04FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA037.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Sugar Land, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2003 · N47413 · Destroyed
  > The pilots failure to maintain clearance with powerlines during a VFR approach. Contributing factors were the prevailing dark night conditions,and the high winds.
- [NTSB ATL04FA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA049.md): Cessna 441 · Vestavia Hills, AL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2003 · N441W · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during climb in icing conditions, which resulted in an inadvertent stall / spin of the airplane and subsequent uncontrolled descent and collision with terrain. A factor was the accumulation of airframe ice.
- [NTSB MIA04WA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04WA033.md): Eurocopter France AS 350 B3 · Guayaramerim, Brazil · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 9, 2003 · N32TJ · Destroyed
- [NTSB FTW04FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA038.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Livingston, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 9, 2003 · N98287 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to compensate for the wind conditions and maintain control of the airplane during the final approach. Contributing factors were the gusty and high wind conditions.
- [NTSB LAX04FA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA064.md): Iniziative Industriali Italian Sky Arrow 650 TC · Placerville, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 2003 · N14XL · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to fully remove an accumulation of ice and frost on the wings, which led to an inadvertent stall/mush and collision with the ground. A factor in the accident was the pilot's failure to correctly configure the flaps for takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX04FA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA061.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Chino Hills, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 2003 · N16264 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision by which he conducted VFR flight into night instrument meteorological conditions. Mountainous terrain, dark night conditions and the pilot's failure to obtain a preflight weather briefing are contributing…
- [NTSB DCA04WA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA04WA009.md): Socata TBM-700 · Oxford, United Kingdom · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 6, 2003 · N30LT · Destroyed
- [NTSB ATL04FA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA046.md): Aeronca 11AC · San Antonio, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 5, 2003 · N9085F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance above objects on approach, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and the subsequent collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ATL04FA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA045.md): Beech B200 · Morlan, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 5, 2003 · N85BK · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision when he continued the flight below the decision height and collided with trees. A related factor was the low ceiling.
- [NTSB LAX04FA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA057.md): Wing D-1 · Rosamond, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 4, 2003 · N8602J · Destroyed
  > The flying pilot's failure to obtain/maintain control of the airplane during practice stalls, which resulted in the inadvertent entry into a spin.
- [NTSB FTW04FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA036.md): Beech S35 · Harrison, AR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 4, 2003 · N350JL · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to follow the published instrument approach procedures, and his failure attain the proper glidepath.
- [NTSB NYC04LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA043.md): Barness Pulsar I · Bardstown, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 3, 2003 · N97JW · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of aircraft control, resulting in a subsequent impact with terrain. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's unfamiliarity with the airplane.
- [NTSB SEA04LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA024.md): Shear Titan Tornado · Brooks, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 2, 2003 · N183T · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering due to a hypoglycemic condition.
- [NTSB FTW04WA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA034.md): Cessna R172E · Macas, Ecuador · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 1, 2003 · HC-BRE · Destroyed
- [NTSB FTW04FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA029.md): Bell 407 · High Island 573 · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 1, 2003 · N457PH · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power due to the failure of the 3rd stage turbine wheel and subsequent catastrophic failure of the turbine assembly.
- [NTSB SEA04FA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04FA023.md): Fairchild Swearingen SA227-AT · Spokane, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 29, 2003 · N439AF · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain proper glidepath alignment during an ILS approach in poor weather resulting in collision with trees and terrain. Contributing factors were the unreliable status of the primary (NAV 1) ILS receiver (leaving the pilot…
- [NTSB MIA04FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04FA029.md): Swearingen SA-26-AT · Jacksonville, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 27, 2003 · N698X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's descent below decision height while performing an ILS approach with low ceilings and fog, resulting in an in-flight collision with trees and the ground. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt the instrument…
- [NTSB SEA04FA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04FA022.md): Beech S35 · Warren, OR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 2003 · N10BX · Destroyed
  > The vacuum pump failure and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. Factors contributing to the accident included the instrument meteorological weather conditions and the pilot's improper recovery from the descent.
- [NTSB MIA04WA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04WA030.md): Piper PA-28R-201T · Caracas, Venezuela · Accident · 4 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 23, 2003 · YV-1528P · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX04GA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04GA051.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Big Bear City, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Final report · Nov 22, 2003 · N7292W · Destroyed
  > The pilots inadequate preflight planning and intentional flight into known adverse weather conditions. Contributing to this accident was the fact that it was a dark night with no moon illumination.
- [NTSB FTW04WA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA033.md): Beech BE-36 · Santa Cruz, Bolivia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 22, 2003 · CP-2376 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA04FA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04FA023.md): Beech G35 · Okolona, MS · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 21, 2003 · N4214D · Destroyed
  > The pilot's intentional low altitude maneuver and buzzing resulting in collision with trees, uncontrolled descent, and in-flight collision with terrain. A factor in the accident was the pilot's ostentatious display.
- [NTSB FTW04WA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA032.md): Cessna P337 · Versalles, Bolivia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 21, 2003 · CP-1958 · Destroyed
- [NTSB ATL04FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA038.md): Beech 55 · Griffin, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 21, 2003 · N4482S · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power due to the pilot's failure to follow the engine failure after liftoff emergency procedure to feather the left engine propeller resulting in a loss of control during climbout, and the subsequent collision with a commercial building. A…
- [NTSB SEA04LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA019.md): Kaman K-600 · Nordman, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 2003 · N286M · Substantial damage
  > The total failure of the helicopter's right main rotor shaft while in an ascending hover due to the propagation of a fatigue crack that initiated in a corrosion pit on the surface of a slot in the wall of the subject shaft. Factors include accumulation of…
- [NTSB SEA04FA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04FA020.md): Cessna T210N · Bellevue, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 2003 · N5244A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude above mountainous terrain while maneuvering during descent. Factors included the mountainous terrain, the high wind condition, and dark night light conditions.
- [NTSB NYC04FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA036.md): Beech J35 · Somerset, KY · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 2003 · N748CH · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons. A factor was the impairment of the pilot in command due to an over-the-counter antihistamine.
- [NTSB FTW04FA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA025.md): Beech A45 · Montgomery, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 19, 2003 · N44KK · Destroyed
  > The non-compliance with applicable Airworthiness Directives which required wing spar inspections, and the continued operation of the aircraft beyond the compliance time extension granted as per the approved alternate means of compliance (AMOC). Also causal…
- [NTSB NYC04LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA035.md): Northam RAF 2000 · Nelsonia, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 16, 2003 · N999GC · Destroyed
  > A loss of control for undetermined reason(s).
- [NTSB NYC04FA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA033.md): Cessna 180 · Westerly, RI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 16, 2003 · N34AG · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The Piper pilot's improper decision to continue a landing on an occupied runway, which resulted in an in-flight collision with the departing Cessna. Factors related to the accident were the departing Cessna pilot's inattentive radio communications, and the…
- [NTSB FTW04FA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA022.md): Cessna 210M · Tolar, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 16, 2003 · N777SG · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper pre-flight planning and loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the fog.
- [NTSB MIA04FAMS1](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04FAMS1.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Missing, Bahamas · Accident · 1 fatal · Missing aircraft · Final report · Nov 13, 2003 · N8224C · Destroyed
  > Undetermined.
- [NTSB LAX04WA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04WA148.md): Piper PA-34-200 · New South Wales, Australia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 13, 2003 · VH-CTT · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX04FA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA042.md): Cessna 177RG · Blk Canyon City, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 13, 2003 · N431DL · Destroyed
  > a loss of engine power due to the failure of the single-drive dual magneto that resulted from inadequate lubrication of the breaker cam. Also causal was the improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel during a recent inspection, which should have…
- [NTSB FTW04WA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA035.md): Bell 206L4 · Urucu, Brazil · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 13, 2003 · PT-YEE · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX04LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA041.md): Daughters T18C · Needles, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 2003 · N647C · Destroyed
  > the pilot's continuation of a visual flight rules (VFR) flight into an area of adverse weather, which resulted in an encounter with moderate to severe turbulence and in-flight breakup of the airplane.
- [NTSB MIA04WA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04WA021.md): Robinson R-44 Raven II · Darien, Panama · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 8, 2003 · HP-1481 · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA04WA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04WA020.md): Short Brothers Skyvan SC7 · Georgetown, Guyana · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 8, 2003 · 8R-GMC · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX04WA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04WA040.md): Robinson R44 · Derby, Australia · Accident · 4 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 8, 2003 · VHYKL · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX04LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA038.md): Cathaway RV-6A · Saticoy, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 2003 · N102RC · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of a loose B-nut fitting for the carburetor fuel inlet line, which allowed fuel to leak out.
- [NTSB NYC04LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA024.md): Cessna 150H · Bruceton Mills, WV · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 2003 · N23178 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's physical impairment due to alcohol and his improper decision to attempt flight with a low cloud ceiling, low visibility, after consuming alcohol. A related factor in the accident was the low cloud ceiling.
- [NTSB LAX04FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA037.md): Robinson R22 Beta II · Torrance, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 2003 · N206TV · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > the failure of the pilot of the R22 to comply with an ATC clearance.
- [NTSB CHI04FA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04FA025.md): Commander 114TC · Hutchinson, KS · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 3, 2003 · N6107Z · Destroyed
  > The pilot's diverted attention during the missed approach which resulted in aircraft control not being maintained. Factors to the accident included the pilot not being current for instrument operations and the low cloud ceiling at night.
- [NTSB NYC04LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA021.md): Fleet 16B · Fishers Island, NY · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 2, 2003 · N80656 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance while maneuvering, which resulted in a collision with water.

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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
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'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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