# 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 LAX90LA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA212.md): Rolladen-Schneider LS-3A · Vacaville, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 1990 · N116TD · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inflight loss of control for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC90FA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90FA086.md): Piper PA-32 · Bethel, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 1990 · N4257T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during an emergency landing following an engine power loss. The loss of engine power was due to an improper fuel selector position which resulted in fuel starvation. A contributing factor was the pilot's decision to…
- [NTSB SEA90FA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90FA098.md): Piper PA-28-161 · Susanville, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1990 · N47472 · Destroyed
  > An improper inflight decision on the part of the pilot when he misjudged the aircraft's climb in close proximity to rising terrain.
- [NTSB LAX90FA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA211.md): Beech 35-33 · Paso Robles, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1990 · N996T · Destroyed
  > Undetermined.
- [NTSB FTW90DPJ08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DPJ08.md): De Havilland Venom 112 MK4 · Muskogee, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jun 8, 1990 · N902DM · Destroyed
  > The pilot's premature rotation and the subsequent stall. A factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the airplane.
- [NTSB LAX90LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA158.md): Bellanca 8KCAB · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1990 · N50353 · Destroyed
  > The pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane.
- [NTSB MIA90LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA90LA139.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Caribbean Sea · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 1990 · N7202F · Destroyed
  > Undetermined
- [NTSB LAX90LA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA208.md): Schweizer SGS 1-26B · Truckee, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1990 · N2423W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to release from the tow airplane at an insufficient altitude on the lee side of the mountains.
- [NTSB BFO90FA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90FA054.md): Cessna 172RG · Onego, WV · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1990 · N5117U · Destroyed
  > VFR flight by the pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain adequate clearance (altitude) from mountainous terrain. The terrain and adverse weather conditions were related factors.
- [NTSB SEA90FA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90FA091.md): Cessna 172K · Tacoma, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 1990 · N79931 · Destroyed
  > The pilot did not adequately maintain a proper glide path for landing which resulted in an inflight collision with a tree.
- [NTSB DEN90FA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90FA120.md): Cessna 170A · Dillon, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 1990 · N3944V · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, and his failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors related to the accident were: the high density altitude and terrain conditions.
- [NTSB CHI90FA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90FA146.md): Beech A36 · Gaylord, MI · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 1990 · N3671B · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate airspeed, while maneuvering (turning) after takeoff, which resulted in a stall/mush. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's improper planning/decision, failure to maintain weight and balance limits, and adverse wind…
- [NTSB FTW90DPJ06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DPJ06.md): Stits SA-3A Playboy · Bartlesville, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jun 2, 1990 · N434K · Destroyed
  > An inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB CHI90FA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90FA145.md): Piper PA28-140 · Wadsworth, OH · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 1990 · N8760N · Destroyed
  > The failure of the certified flight instructor and the dual student to maintain a visual lookout during the final approach to the airport.
- [NTSB BFO90FA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90FA053.md): Beech 36 · Gaithersburg, MD · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 1990 · N2003A · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to extend the landing gear, which resulted in a wheels up landing; his improper decision to attempt a go around (aborted landing) after the airplane contacted the runway; and his failure to attain or maintain adequate airspeed while…
- [NTSB MKC90DPG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90DPG02.md): Aero Commander S-2R · Alicia, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jun 1, 1990 · N8940Q · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintian airspeed during the turn to reverse direction for a swath run.
- [NTSB DEN90FA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90FA119.md): Cessna 152 · Longmont, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 1990 · N89834 · Destroyed
  > The pilot continued into hazardous weather conditions.
- [NTSB ATL90TL#02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90TL%2302.md): Hughes TH-55 · Brantley, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Final report · May 31, 1990 · N7054C · Destroyed
- [NTSB BFO90FA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90FA050.md): Rockwell 114 · Anawalt, WV · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 30, 1990 · N5803N · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain proper altitude and clearance above the terrain. Factors related to the accident were: darkness, mountainous terrain, and low ceiling.
- [NTSB NYC90FA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90FA117.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Rome, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 29, 1990 · N8376N · Destroyed
  > An inflight loss of control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of an instrument rating, and his decision to make the flight after receiving three separate briefings where he was told 'VFR flight not recommended.'
- [NTSB MKC90LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA116.md): Rollins-Bowers FLY Baby 1A · Bemidji, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 29, 1990 · N3204 · Substantial damage
  > The wing attachment bolts were not installed resulting in inflight wing separation.
- [NTSB SEA90FA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90FA086.md): Rockwell Commander 114 · Atlanta, ID · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 27, 1990 · N4907W · Destroyed
  > Poor preflight planning premature lift-off on takeoff by the pilot in command.
- [NTSB MKC90MA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90MA115.md): Piper PA-46-310P · Naylor, MO · Accident · 2 fatal · Major investigation · Final report · May 27, 1990 · N22EK · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to activate the pitot heat before flying in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) above the freezing level, followed by his improper response to erroneous airspeed indications that resulted from blockage of the pitot tube by…
- [NTSB ATL90FA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA120.md): Hispano Aviacion HA-200 · Tuskegee, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 27, 1990 · N633HA · Destroyed
  > Improper in-flight planning/decision by the pilot, and his failure to maintain altitude and clearance above the terrain, while perfoming low altitude, inverted flight. Factors related to the accident were: the lack of visual perception to the pilot at dusk…
- [NTSB ATL90FA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA119.md): Cessna 177 · Canton, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 26, 1990 · N2979X · Destroyed
  > The intentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions by the non-instrument rated pilot.
- [NTSB ANC90FA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90FA075.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Wasilla, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 26, 1990 · N9288D · Substantial damage
  > Pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of total experience.
- [NTSB NYC90DHA01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90DHA01.md): Grumman G-164A · Hunlock Creek, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · May 23, 1990 · N913X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from obtacles, and his failure to see and avoid the electrical transmission line.
- [NTSB ATL90FA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA117.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Griffin, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 23, 1990 · N8064K · Destroyed
  > Loss of engine power for an unknown reason. The presence of trees in the emergency landing area was a related factor.
- [NTSB ATL90FA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA118.md): Cessna 182RG · Highland, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 22, 1990 · N55AG · Destroyed
  > The pilot's attempted VFR flight in IMC. Factors in the accident are the pilot's inaccurate weather evaluation and poor in flight decision.
- [NTSB SEA90LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA081.md): Hughes 369D · Kelso, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 21, 1990 · N8306F · No damage
  > Failure of the pilot to keep the external load clear of obstacles (trees). Factors related to the accident were: failure of the pilot and ground crewman to follow safety procedures, and the proximity of the trees.
- [NTSB CHI90FA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90FA131.md): Rockwell 114 · Willoughby Hill, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 21, 1990 · N4859W · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to follow the IFR procedure and to identify the decision height (and/or make a timely missed approach). The adverse weather was a related factor.
- [NTSB ATL90FA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA115.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Frankfort, KY · Accident · 6 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 21, 1990 · N5661F · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to operate the aircraft within the center of gravity limitations of the aircraft.
- [NTSB SEA90FA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90FA080.md): Swearingen SA226-T(B) · Coeur D'Alene, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 20, 1990 · N161RS · Minor damage
  > Inadequate coordination between the pilot and the ground lineman. A factor related to the accident was: impairment of the ground lineman from consumption of alcohol.
- [NTSB LAX90FA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA181.md): Luscombe 8A · Strawberry, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 20, 1990 · N71653 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's decision to continue VFR flight in a confined mountain pass area which was in instrument meteorological conditions; and the pilot's inflight loss of control while attempting a course reversal in the narrow confined canyon.
- [NTSB CHI90FA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90FA130.md): Piper PA-28-181 · East Lansing, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 20, 1990 · N24PT · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control while flying in clouds during an instrument approach. Factors were: instrument meteorological conditions, self-induced pressure, operation with known deficiencies in equipment, and anxiety/apprehension.
- [NTSB BFO90FA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90FA046.md): Douglas DC-3 · Capon Bridge, WV · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 19, 1990 · N1FN · Destroyed
  > Inadequate visual lookout by the pilots of the DC-3, which resulted in their failure to see-and-avoid the powerlines. Factors related to the accident were: the obstruction (transmission wires), and the lack of visual cues for the pilots.
- [NTSB LAX90LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA182.md): Cessna 150H · Goleta, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 18, 1990 · N7156S · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. Factors which contributed to the accident were the dark night and the pilot's lack of night flying experience.
- [NTSB LAX90FA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA180.md): Cessna 172N · Salinas, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 18, 1990 · N9993G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with terrain while attempting visual flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Self induced pressure to adhere to the proposed flight route in instrument meteorological conditions was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX90FA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA179.md): Cessna 152 · San Diego, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 18, 1990 · N783G · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach resulting in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's delayed use of flaps.
- [NTSB LAX90DUM02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90DUM02.md): Cunningham Prescott Pusher · San Diego, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · May 17, 1990 · N58PP · Destroyed
  > Engine failure due to mechanical failure of he internal components to the engine.
- [NTSB NYC90FA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90FA107.md): Cessna 182D · Numidia, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 15, 1990 · N8757X · Destroyed
  > Inflight collision with trees while attempting to maintain visual reference with the ground in instrument meteorological flight conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to continue the flight in deteriorating weather conditions in an…
- [NTSB NYC90FA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90FA106.md): Cessna 150H · Shirleysburg, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 13, 1990 · N7142S · Destroyed
  > Pilot incapacitation due to a heart attack.
- [NTSB LAX90FA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA170.md): Bell 206B · Carmel Valley, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 13, 1990 · N75SH · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate visual lookout and improper climb.
- [NTSB NYC90GA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90GA105.md): Bellanca 17-31A · Davis Park, NY · Accident · 4 fatal · Final report · May 12, 1990 · N7SF · Destroyed
  > The airplane impacting the water at a high speed for unknown reason(s).
- [NTSB NYC90DHJ01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90DHJ01.md): Toussaint/Quad City Challenger II · East Moriches, NY · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · May 12, 1990 · UNREG · Destroyed
  > Failure of the unlicensed pilot to maintain airspeed on final approach, which resulted in a stall and collision with the ground. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's lack of flight training, experience, and qualification.
- [NTSB MIA90FA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA90FA118.md): Cessna 172K · Mayaguez, PR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 10, 1990 · N7268G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failue to conduct proper preflight preparations, resulting in a takeoff at 175 pounds over maximum allowable gross weight, with full flaps extended, and on the improper runway for wind conditions which resulted in the airplane being unable to…
- [NTSB BFO90FA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90FA045.md): Cessna 210N · Shady Grove Cor, VA · Accident · 6 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 10, 1990 · N6481N · Destroyed
  > VFR flight by the non-instument rated pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), his loss of aircraft control, due to spatial disorientation, and his exceeding the design stress limits of the aircraft, while recovering from an uncontrolled…
- [NTSB ATL90FA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA111.md): Cessna P206 · Liberty, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 9, 1990 · N220P · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to improper repairs to, and inadequate inspection of, the induction air box. The night light condition was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB DEN90DTK01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90DTK01.md): Piper PA-36-375 · Woonsocket, SD · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · May 8, 1990 · N3634E · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot of N3634E to follow the briefed plan of operation, and failure of both pilots to see-and-avoid each other (inadequate visual lookout).
- [NTSB SEA90LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA076.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Rogerson, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 7, 1990 · N1011A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's intentional flight below safe altitudes while engaged in low-altitude 'buzzing' activities.

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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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