# 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 FTW95LA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA309.md): de Havilland DHC-6 · Belen, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1995 · N926MA · No damage
  > The parachutist's failure to follow procedures on exiting the aircraft. A factor was the parachutist's incapacitation due to hitting his head on the doorway floor.
- [NTSB FTW95FA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA308.md): Bell 206-L3 · Borger, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1995 · N111JA · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of control due to an encounter with a dust devil/whirlwind and the turbulence and high wind associated with thunderstorm outflow.
- [NTSB LAX95LA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA263.md): Cessna 182P · Kneeland, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N9437M · Destroyed
  > the non-instrument rated pilot's decision to takeoff in known adverse weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disoreintation and an in-flight loss of control.
- [NTSB LAX95GA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95GA264.md): Mcdonnell Douglas 369D · Hauula, HI · Accident · 3 fatal · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N1090S · Destroyed
  > the pilot's poor judgement by intentionally flying into adverse weather conditions in mountainous terrain with an external load and no observer which resulted in loss of aircraft control. Factors were pressure from the conditions/events and a lack of total…
- [NTSB FTW95FA307](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA307.md): Cessna 152 · Rhome, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N6463B · Destroyed
  > the flight instructor's delay in recovery from the intentional stall/spin.
- [NTSB CHI95LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA229.md): Darrell Falconar F9 · Grand Haven, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1995 · N218DA · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during the climb after takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's use of an unapproved drug while flying, his lack of experience in the make and model…
- [NTSB NYC95FA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95FA167.md): Douglas DC-3 · Independence, NY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1995 · N54NA · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's shutdown of the wrong engine, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with trees.
- [NTSB LAX95LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA257.md): Cessna TU206 · Danville, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1995 · N7091Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot's intentional flight into known adverse weather and failure to maintain proper altitude.
- [NTSB FTW95FA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA306.md): Mooney M20J · Crawford, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1995 · N700CF · Destroyed
  > pilot incapacitation due to preexisting medical condition.
- [NTSB NYC95FA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95FA162.md): Cessna 140 · Danielsville, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1995 · N72546 · Destroyed
  > The flight crew's improper in-flight planning/decision, and failure to maintain adequate clearance (or altitude) from mountainous terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, fog, low clouds, and the high terrain.
- [NTSB ATL95LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA147.md): Quadcity Challenger I · Anniston, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1995 · UNREG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, following an undetermined engine malfunction.
- [NTSB ATL95LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA138.md): Cessna 188B · Allendale, SC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1995 · N731EM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the guy wire.
- [NTSB FTW95LA298](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA298.md): Bradley Dragonfly · Silver City, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N826DB · Substantial damage
  > Pilot incapacitation due to a heart attack.
- [NTSB CHI95FA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95FA226.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Festus, MO · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N82CA · Destroyed
  > an improper annual inspection, the fouled spark plugs, the arcing magneto distributor, and the pilot's attempt to take off with known deficiencies.
- [NTSB ANC95FA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95FA104.md): Cessna 172A · Naknek, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 1995 · N9827T · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > Inadequate visual lookout by the pilot of the Piper PA-18. The PA-18 pilot's diverted attention was a related factor.
- [NTSB MIA95FA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95FA183.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Hilton Head Isl, SC · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N38188 · Destroyed
  > loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the emergency landing. A factor in the accident was the pilot's extension of the downwind leg which prevented landing on the intended runway following loss of engine…
- [NTSB LAX95FA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95FA249.md): Beech A-36 · Hanford, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N6057U · Destroyed
  > Undetermined.
- [NTSB FTW95LA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA288.md): WSK PZL Mielec PZL-M-18 · Carlisle, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1995 · N4609P · Destroyed
  > The pilot delayed pull-up from a swath run and failed to maintain clearance from the obstruction (grain elevator). A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's use of medications that were not approved for use while flying.
- [NTSB NYC95LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA147.md): Bell 47G-3B-1 · Hammonton, NJ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N48316 · Destroyed
  > failure of the collective yoke bearing, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and collision with trees. A factor relating to the accident was: the manufacturer's inadequate inspection interval of the yoke bearing.
- [NTSB MIA95WA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95WA179.md): Aero Commander 500 · Treasure Cay, Bahamas · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 10, 1995 · N89M · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA95GA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95GA178.md): Piper L-21A · Lorida, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N5425V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while his attention was diverted.
- [NTSB FTW95RA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95RA287.md): Aerospatiale AS355F · Mexico City, Mexico · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 10, 1995 · XBDDX
- [NTSB FTW95LA285](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA285.md): Meyer Pulsar XP · Spring Branch, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N912XP · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper positioning of the fuel tank selector and his failure to maintain airspeed. A factor was the pilot's diverted attention to the power loss.
- [NTSB FTW95FA277](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA277.md): Bellanca 17-31A · Hot Springs, AR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1995 · N39875 · Destroyed
  > The partial loss of engine power as a result of the disengagement of the throttle cable housing due to improper maintenance. Factors were the night condition and the lack of suitable terrain.
- [NTSB SEA95LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA145.md): Wheeler Kitfox V · Silvana, WA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N24KF · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. The emergency ballistic parachute not being deployed was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB NYC95LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA144.md): Koval Quickie II · Akron, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N4372V · Destroyed
  > the pilot's improper maneuver during the turn to final approach, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin, and collision with the terrain. Factors in this accident were the pilot's lack of experience in this make and model, and his lack of recent…
- [NTSB LAX95FA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95FA243.md): Cessna 152 · Miramar, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N757JP · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain proper altitude (or clearance) above the terrain, while attempting to perform VFR flight in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). Factors relating to the accident were: darkness and the adverse weather conditions.
- [NTSB FTW95FA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA278.md): North American T-28B · Ramah, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1995 · N28TP · Destroyed
  > The aircrew allowed the airplane's design stress limits to be exceeded.
- [NTSB CHI95FA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95FA212.md): Taylorcraft BC-65 · Plato Center, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1995 · N1027K · Substantial damage
  > the pilot not maintaining an adequate fuel supply, and not maintaining airspeed.
- [NTSB MIA95FA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95FA174.md): Cessna 172RG · Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N9324B · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed after a momentary loss of engine power during takeoff, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. The reason for power loss could not be determined.
- [NTSB CHI95LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA211.md): First Strike Bobcat · Burlington, IA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N412LF · Destroyed
  > fatigue failure of a copper fuel line at the carburetor ferrule fitting, which resulted in fuel starvation. The proximity of trees was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC95FA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95FA101.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Haines, AK · Accident · 6 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1995 · N6281J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate altitude above and clearance from the surrounding terrain. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to conduct the maneuver in such close proximity to the rising terrain.
- [NTSB MIA95FA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95FA175.md): Mooney M20F · Cedar Key, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1995 · N6941V · Destroyed
  > Continued flight by the pilot into known adverse weather (vip level three thunderstorm). The thunderstorm was a related factor.
- [NTSB ANC95FA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95FA095.md): Piper PA-18 · Nulato, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1995 · N8324 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and clearance (altitude) above the water, while maneuvering at low altitude. A factor related to the accident was: the pilot's improper decision to allow a passenger to accompany the flight without a seat belt.
- [NTSB ATL95LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA129.md): Bensen B-8M · Siler City, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1995 · N70216 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the gyrocopter which resulted in an inflight breakup. A factor was the pilot's lack of a rotorcraft or gyrocopter certification.
- [NTSB ATL95FA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95FA128.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Raleigh, NC · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1995 · N15743 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to follow proper IFR procedures by descending below the decision height. Factors relating to the accident were the weather conditions and the dark night.
- [NTSB SEA95FA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95FA136.md): Alon Aircoupe A-2 · Cody, WY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1995 · N718RS · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering to reverse course. A factor was the downdrafts encountered in the mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB LAX95LA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA237.md): Aerostar S-77A · Davis, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1995 · N6317U · Minor damage
  > the pilot's misjudgement of the balloon's excessive rate-of-descent in a high wind landing and her inadequate remedial action to correct the condition.
- [NTSB NYC95LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA138.md): North American F-51D · Malone, NY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 1995 · N51KF · Destroyed
  > the pilot's improper use of the flight controls, which resulted in an accelerated stall, an in-flight loss of control, and an uncontrolled descent to the ground. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's decision to fly the airplane in an airshow…
- [NTSB FTW95FA266](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA266.md): Beech V35B · Huntsville, AR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 1995 · N2777T · Destroyed
  > an engine surge for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. A factor was the aft center of gravity.
- [NTSB ANC95FA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95FA090.md): Piper PA-32-301 · Kodiak, AK · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1995 · N8385G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's attempt to fly VFR into IMC conditions and his failure to maintain clearance from terrain. Factors include fog and low ceilings.
- [NTSB FTW95FA261](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA261.md): Cessna 182Q · San Angelo, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 29, 1995 · N759NU · Destroyed
  > The pilot's decision to attempt flight into known adverse weather conditions, and his loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation. Factors relating to the accident were: conditions of darkness, thunderstorm and lightning, and the pilot's lack…
- [NTSB MIA95RA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95RA162.md): Convair CV-440 · La Ramona, Dominican Republic · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jun 27, 1995 · N356SA
- [NTSB BFO95FA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95FA075.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Cohocton, NY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 27, 1995 · N15124 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a turn which led to an inadvertent stall/spin. Related factors were the low ceiling, and the non-instrument rated pilot's flight into known adverse weather.
- [NTSB MIA95LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA158.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Brooksville, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1995 · N3431W · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW95FA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA259.md): Cessna 152 · Ben Wheeler, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1995 · N4963H · Destroyed
  > The pilot's intentional low level flying and not maintaining a clearance from the trees. A factor was the pilot exceeded the maximum allowable gross weight of the airplane.
- [NTSB SEA95FA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95FA128.md): Luscombe 8A · Hubbard, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1995 · N719JX · Destroyed
  > The failure of the maintenance personnel who rebuilt the aircraft to properly install the wing lower lift strut attachment bolts. Contributing to the accident was the failure of another maintenance person to adequately inspect the aircraft for properly…
- [NTSB ANC95FA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95FA086.md): Piper PA-31 · Valdez, AK · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1995 · N62851 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to follow the published IFR (missed approach) procedure and assure adequate altitude/clearance from mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB CHI95FA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95FA200.md): Cocchi Lancair 320 · Marengo, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1995 · N3118J · Destroyed
  > pilot incapacitation due to cardiac arrhythmia (heart attack).
- [NTSB BFO95FA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95FA071.md): Cessna 182P · Frederick, MD · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1995 · N1284S · Destroyed
  > the pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather during descent, which resulted in in-flight collision with terrain. Related factors were the pilot's disregard of a hazardous weather advisory, and the low ceilings, fog and drizzle.

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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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