# 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. Page 226 of 617 · 30,846 cases ## Cases, newest first - [NTSB SEA96FA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96FA137.md): Piper PA-28R-180 · Pray, MT · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1996 · N7529J · Destroyed > the pilot's delay in initiating a go-around, and his failure to obtain and/or maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid higher terrain during the go-around, which resulted in a stall and collision with terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the narrow… - [NTSB ATL96FA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96FA096.md): Cessna 152 · Talladega, AL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1996 · N95396 · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to see-and-avoid an antenna that was mounted on a Forest Service watch tower. The pilot's excessively low altitude flight was a related factor. - [NTSB CHI96LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA220.md): Grumman AA5B · Fryburg, ND · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1996 · N6249L · Substantial damage > the pilot's VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Factors were the fog, low ceiling, and rising terrain. - [NTSB MIA96FA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96FA165.md): Beech P35 · St. Petersburg, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1996 · N1527S · Destroyed > the pilot's improper procedure by not placing the fuel selector on the tank with the most fuel. - [NTSB CHI96LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA210.md): Farland Genesis · Le Sueur, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1996 · N9274S · Destroyed > the pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to drugs, and his failure to maintain control of the airplane, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and collision with terrain. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's limited aeronautical… - [NTSB ATL96FA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96FA095.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Clanton, AL · Accident · 5 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1996 · N6937Y · Destroyed > corrosion pitting of the number six cylinder on the left engine, and subsequent fatigue fracture and separation of the cylinder, which led to an engine compartment fire, wing fire, and an in-flight separation of the left wing. - [NTSB MIA96WA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96WA169.md): Piper PA-18-C23 · Iztapa, Guatemala · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jun 23, 1996 · TGCUB · Substantial damage - [NTSB FTW96FA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA268.md): Jones Peckerwood 1A1 · La Porte, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1996 · N92506 · Destroyed > improper installation and subsequent failure of the elevator control cable clamps which led to the pilot's restricted pitch control and resultant stall/spin. - [NTSB CHI96FA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA209.md): Beech 23 · Fulton, MO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1996 · N2397J · Destroyed > the inadequate intake valve springs on the #1 cylinder. - [NTSB SEA96FA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96FA134.md): Cessna 150B · Hailey, ID · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1996 · N1236Y · Destroyed > the pilot's improper planning/decision, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a climb over rising terrain, which resulted in a stall and collision with terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: failure of the pilot to ensure the airplane… - [NTSB SEA96FA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96FA133.md): Bellanca 8KCAB · Pomeroy, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1996 · N57514 · Destroyed > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance with the surrounding terrain while maneuvering to land. A factor was the rising terrain conditions. - [NTSB LAX96LA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA240.md): Experimental Mini Mustang · Page, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1996 · N61D · Destroyed > the pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions, and his failure to maintain control of the aircraft. A factor relating to the accident was: the gusty/crosswind condition. - [NTSB FTW96FA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA267.md): Beech 58 · Castle Rock, CO · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1996 · N94ZR · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to maintain sufficient altitude and/or clearance from terrain, while reversing course to exit adverse weather conditions. Factors relating to the accident were: the adverse weather conditions (thunderstorm, low ceiling and reduced… - [NTSB FTW96FA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA265.md): Mbb BO-105 · Sabine Pass, TX · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1996 · N2906T · Destroyed > The failure of the sun gear within the main transmission resulting in the main rotor system not being driven. - [NTSB SEA96FA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96FA130.md): Hughes 269C · Eldon, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1996 · N7400F · Destroyed > fatigue failure of the connecting rod cap, which resulted in loss of engine power and ditching at sea. - [NTSB LAX96FA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96FA236.md): Beech C23 · Los Angeles, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1996 · N66343 · Destroyed > company maintenance personnel's inadequate service of the magneto system, and their failure of to replace the electric fuel boost pump, which led to a malfunctioning right magneto and an inoperative fuel boost pump. The inoperative fuel boost pump made it… - [NTSB IAD96FA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD96FA100.md): Piper PA-31-325 · Springboro, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1996 · N62852 · Destroyed > the pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to drugs which led to spatial disorientation and a loss of aircraft control. The weather was a factor. - [NTSB CHI96FA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA211.md): McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C · Bethalto, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 1996 · N16518 · Destroyed > the pilot's failure to follow the preflight crew briefing and attain a proper altitude during an aerobatic maneuver. Factors in the accident were: the pilot's previous experience of flying similar airshow routines in a different airplane with substantially… - [NTSB LAX96FA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96FA244.md): Cessna 152 · Carmel, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 17, 1996 · N6198P · Destroyed > The pilot becoming lost and disoriented during a night VFR flight in marginal weather conditions. Factors in the accident were: the pilot's lack of night flying experience, his failure to obtain a preflight weather briefing, low ceilings, and his failure to… - [NTSB LAX96LA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA234.md): Burkhart Grob G102 · Mesquite, NV · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 16, 1996 · N154SS · Destroyed > improper in-flight planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in his being forced to land in an area with unsuitable terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the lack of available (thermal) lift, downdraft(s), and the resultant lack of suitable… - [NTSB LAX96LA233](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA233.md): Van Horn Velocity · Goodyear, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 1996 · N444BG · Destroyed > an engine compartment fire, which originated in flight from loose fuel and/or oil lines near the engine's firewall. - [NTSB FTW96FA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA250.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Monument, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 1996 · N111BF · Destroyed > The pilot's VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions in an aircraft which not instrument-equipped. Factors were clouds, low ceiling, and rain. - [NTSB CHI96WA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96WA204.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Pelican Narrows, Canada · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jun 15, 1996 · N6541P · Destroyed - [NTSB NYC96FA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96FA126.md): Piper PA-23-150 · Cortland, NY · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1996 · N2189P · Destroyed > the pilot failure to maintain directional control of the airplane which resulted in the airplane striking trees. Contributing factors were the pilot's spatial disorientation, dark night conditions, fog, and the pilot's self induced pressure to reach the… - [NTSB ATL96FA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96FA094.md): Cessna 172N · Arlington, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 14, 1996 · N73941 · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance above the trees. A factor was the dark night. - [NTSB NYC96FA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96FA125.md): Beech V35 · Williamstown, NJ · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1996 · N2011W · Destroyed > inadequate supervision by the flight instructor (CFI); and failure of the pilot rated (dual) student to maintain control of the airplane during a simulated forced landing after takeoff, which resulted in a stall and collision with the terrain. Factors… - [NTSB LAX96FA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96FA229.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Big Bear City, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 1996 · N7280P · Destroyed > improper preflight by the pilot, by failing to ensure that the fuel selector was positioned to an approved fuel tank with adequate fuel before takeoff; his failure to reposition the fuel selector (per emergency procedures) after the loss of engine power; and… - [NTSB SEA96LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA128.md): Bailey Antares MA30 · Woodland, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 1996 · UNREG · Substantial damage > failure of the uncertificated pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb after takeoff, which resulted in a stall and collision with the terrain. The pilot's abrupt pull-up was a related factor. - [NTSB NYC96FA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96FA123.md): Beech E90 · Woolwich, ME · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 1996 · N916PA · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane while climbing after takeoff, due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and subsequent collision with terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the improper… - [NTSB FTW96FA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA243.md): Aeronca 65-CA · Lonoke, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 1996 · N36513 · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. - [NTSB LAX96FA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96FA223.md): Cessna 172N · Bermuda Dunes, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 1996 · N734FB · Destroyed > the pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol and drugs (methamphetamine, amphetamine, & marijuana), his excessive maneuvering (pull-up) after making a touch-and-go landing, and his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed, which resulted… - [NTSB LAX96FA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96FA226.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Goleta, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1996 · N4303X · Destroyed > failure of the flying pilot to maintain control of the airplane, due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and collision with the water. Factors relating to the accident were: the lack of recent instrument experience by the… - [NTSB FTW96FA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA239.md): Fredenburg Challenger II · Longview, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1996 · N2087P · Destroyed > the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain airspeed. A factor was the pilot's lack of total experience in the make/model. - [NTSB ATL96FA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96FA090.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Lawrenceville, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 1996 · N8818J · Substantial damage > The pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations that resulted in fuel exhaustion. A factor was the pilot's failure to follow the emergency procedure for a forced landing, in that the flaps were not extended. - [NTSB MIA96FA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96FA148.md): Aeronca O-58B · Greenville, SC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 1996 · N49546 · Destroyed > the pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance from power lines while maneuvering at a low altitude. - [NTSB ANC96FA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96FA081.md): Robinson R-22 Mariner · Mekoryuk, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1996 · N113CF · Destroyed > A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination found in the fuel supply and helicopter fuel system. Factors in the accident were the pilot's inadequate filtration (servicing of the helicopter) of the fuel supply, and the pilot's inadequate performance of… - [NTSB IAD96FA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD96FA090.md): Cessna 320C · Winslow, ME · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 1996 · N78KA · Destroyed > the pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather conditions, and his loss of aircraft control, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent into terrain (river). The known icing condition was a related factor. - [NTSB CHI96FA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA185.md): Corey Cirrus VK-30 · Lapeer, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 1996 · N7033G · Destroyed > incomplete cure of the bonding material in the cruise flap, improper material in the cruise flap hinge, and improper welding of the cruise flap push rod end caps. Factors were delamination of the cruise flap, partial failure of the cruise flap hinge, and… - [NTSB CHI96FA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA184.md): Piper PA-46-310P · Aitkin, MN · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 1996 · N9114Q · Destroyed > the pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather conditions and the pilot exceeding the design stress limits of the airplane. Factors contributing to this accident were: the thunderstorms, hail, and wind gusts, and the airplane's over maximum gross… - [NTSB FTW96FA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA234.md): Fairchild KR-31 · Bartlesville, OK · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 1996 · N7780 · 2 aircraft · Destroyed > The failure of each pilot-in-command to maintain visual lookout. Factors were: the lack of each pilot-in-command obtaining/maintaining communication with the control tower, and inadequate lookout by each pilot-rated passenger, the inadequate… - [NTSB CHI96LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA188.md): Gray Miniplane DSA-1-G · Astoria, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 1996 · N611SU · Substantial damage > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the terrain while performing an aerobatic maneuver. - [NTSB CHI96FA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA179.md): Dotson Seabird · Geneseo, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 30, 1996 · N92LL · Substantial damage > a loos of power due to a blocked fuel line and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. - [NTSB FTW96FA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA230.md): Piper PA-31T · Malvern, AR · Accident · 5 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 29, 1996 · N333LM · Destroyed > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane after takeoff. - [NTSB FTW96FA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA228.md): Air Tractor AT-401 · Lake Providence, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 28, 1996 · N1549D · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to maintain sufficient airspeed, while maneuvering (turning), which resulted in an inadvertent stall and collision with the terrain. The high gusty wind condition was a related factor. - [NTSB CHI96FA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA172.md): Cessna 152 · Mount Pleasant, MI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 26, 1996 · N68610 · Destroyed > loss of aircraft control by the pilot, due to cardiac arrest (heart attack). - [NTSB LAX96LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA204.md): Grumman G-164 · Colusa, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 25, 1996 · N48379 · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to remain clear of the power lines. Factors relating to the accident were: Lack of visual cues at dawn, and the power lines. - [NTSB ANC96FA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96FA079.md): Republic RC-3 Seabee · Ketchikan, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 25, 1996 · N99FJ · Destroyed > the airplane crashed for undetermined reason(s). - [NTSB CHI96FA169](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA169.md): Beech F33A · Saint Clair, MO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 23, 1996 · N8273G · Destroyed > failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in a stall and collision with the terrain. - [NTSB LAX96FA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96FA200.md): Cessna 414 · Kernville, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 19, 1996 · N111AH · Destroyed > VFR flight by the pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude/clearance from rising/mountainous terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the terrain and weather conditions. - [NTSB FTW96FA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96FA216.md): Nanchang CJ-6A · Shreveport, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 16, 1996 · N24AD · Destroyed > a loss of engine power due to failure of the pressure carburetor diaphragm which led to restricted fuel flow through the carburetor and eventual fuel starvation. Factors contributing to the accident were the unsuitable terrain and tall trees which resulted in… Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?fatal=1&page=227 ## 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 ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?fatal=1&page=226 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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