# 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 MIA89WA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89WA212.md): Cessna 401 · Grand Turk Isl., Turks & Caicos Islands · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 3, 1989 · N277A · Destroyed
- [NTSB CHI89FA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89FA157.md): Cessna 152 · York, SC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 3, 1989 · N5292M · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall. Factors related to the accident were: excessive workload (task overload) and diverted attention.
- [NTSB MIA89FA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89FA210.md): Beech A24R · Sarasota, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1989 · N24586 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the propeller hub due to previous damage, which resulted in subsequent fatigue failure of the hub; and failure of the pilot to maintain flying speed, which resulted in a stall and subsequent impact with the ground. Inadequate maintenance/inspection…
- [NTSB ATL89FA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA193.md): Texas Helicopter OH-13/M74 · Norman Park, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1989 · N51850 · Destroyed
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in his physical impairment from exposure to lannate, and his failure to maintain altitude/clearance above the ground. A factor related to the accident was: failure of the pilot to use a respirator while…
- [NTSB ATL89FA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA188.md): Beech 70 · Albany, GA · Accident · 6 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1989 · N11TP · Destroyed
  > The fatigue failure of the supercharger intermediate drive gear shaft (gear tooth), which resulted in a partial loss of power, and the pilot's initiation of lift-off before reaching VMC airspeed. Factors related to the accident were: the worn intermediate…
- [NTSB CHI89FA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89FA155.md): Lancair 235 · Fond Du Lac, WI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1989 · N385L · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot-in-command to assure that adequate airspeed was maintained during the turn to final approach, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
- [NTSB CHI89DEP10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89DEP10.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Plainfield, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Aug 1, 1989 · N5044S · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain control of the aircraft while conducting aerial application maneuvers in close proximity to the terrain.
- [NTSB BFO89FA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA065.md): Piper PA-28R-201T · College Park, MD · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1989 · N64MB · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control due to spatial disorientation, and his exceeding the design stress limits of the aircraft, which resulted in overload failure of the stabilators and wings. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's…
- [NTSB SEA89FA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89FA143.md): Piper PA-32-301 · Haines, AK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1989 · N8257V · Destroyed
  > Improper in-flight planning and decision by the pilot, which resulted in inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). The weather conditions and terrain were related factors.
- [NTSB NYC89FA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89FA177.md): Beech A36 · Salisbury Twp, PA · Accident · 7 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1989 · N2063V · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The failure of both pilots to see and avoid each other. A contributing factor to the accident was that neither pilot was heard over the radio announcing their position and intentions.
- [NTSB MKC89DPG03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89DPG03.md): PZL-Mielec M-18 · Parkin, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 28, 1989 · N2730D · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain a visual lookout adequate to have avoided the powerlines.
- [NTSB BFO89FA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA063.md): Piper PA-24-250 · True, WV · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 28, 1989 · N7162P · Destroyed
  > The pilots failure to properly monitor the fuel supply which resulted in fuel starvation. The aircraft stalled as the pilot performed an evasive maneuver to avoid the mountain top.
- [NTSB CHI89LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA147.md): Piper PA-38-112 · River Falls, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1989 · N25687 · Destroyed
  > Improper remedial action by the pilot following an abrupt maneuver. The pilot's lack of total aviation experience was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB DEN89DQA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89DQA02.md): Cloud MA-5 Charger · Vaughn, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 25, 1989 · N3137G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in the aircraft entering a stall/mush at too low an altitude to permit recovery. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude.
- [NTSB DEN89FA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89FA177.md): Cessna 152 · Logan, UT · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 1989 · N46260 · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate preflight and improper inflight planning/decision by the student, which resulted in fuel exhaustion from an inadequate supply of fuel, and the student's failure to maintain airspeed, while maneuvering, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin. A…
- [NTSB MKC89FA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89FA165.md): Beech C23 · Neligh, NE · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1989 · N66295 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed after intiating a steep climbing maneuver from low altitude. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's lack of total flying experience and lack of sufficient altitude.
- [NTSB BFO89FA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA062.md): Beech 77 · Cluster Springs, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1989 · N18257 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to perform an adequate preflight which resulted in an unlatched fuel filler cap. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to monitor the fuel supply during the flight.
- [NTSB SEA89FA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89FA139.md): Stinson 108-2 · Athol, ID · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1989 · N8061K · Destroyed
  > The pilot failed to maintain airspeed and inadvertently stalled.
- [NTSB ATL89DKJ07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89DKJ07.md): Cessna A188B · Town Creek, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 22, 1989 · N5618G · Destroyed
  > The inadvertent stall at an altitude inadequate to effect a safe recovery.
- [NTSB LAX89FA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89FA241.md): Cessna 177 · Hesperia, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1989 · N30039 · Destroyed
  > An inflight collision with a power line while maneuvering at low altitude shortly after departure on a dark night over an area with few ground reference lights. The reasons for the aircraft's flight path and altitude profile are undetermined. A factor in the…
- [NTSB ATL89FA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA190.md): Mooney M20J · Suches, GA · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1989 · N205AG · Destroyed
  > The pilot elected to continue flight to the intended destination disregarding the recommendations of the in flight weather briefer. Contributing factor(s) was: the adverse weather conditions that existed at the time.
- [NTSB ATL89FA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA182.md): Cessna 172G · Ridgeland, SC · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1989 · N4254L · Destroyed
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot-in-command (PIC), which resulted in an inadvertent stall during takeoff. Factors related to the accident were: the excessive gross weight and improper lift-off by the PIC, the pilot/passenger's improper crew…
- [NTSB DCA89MA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA89MA063.md): Mcdonnell Douglas DC-10-10 · Sioux City, IA · Accident · 111 fatal · Class 1 · Major · Final report · Jul 19, 1989 · N1819U · Destroyed
  > The inadequate consideration given to human factors limitations in the inspection and quality control procedures used by united airlines' engine overhaul facility which resulted in the failure to detect a fatigue crack originating from a previously…
- [NTSB BFO89FA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA059.md): Beech E18S · Glen Burnie, MD · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1989 · N138JR · Destroyed
  > A fire that erupted in the cockpit of the aircraft (under a side panel). Related factors were: smoke and fumes in the cockpit which reduced the pilot's visual perception and ability to see.
- [NTSB FTW89LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89LA140.md): Aeronca 7AC · Gueydan, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1989 · N84865 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent spin entry at pattern altitude which resulted in ground collision.
- [NTSB DEN89FA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89FA175.md): Bell 206B · Duchesne, UT · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1989 · N1086C · Destroyed
  > The pilot failed to maintain clearance from the power line. Contributing factors were: lack of mission training provided by the company/operator, the pilot's lack of experience in this type of operation, his lack of familiarity with the geographic area, and…
- [NTSB BFO89FA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA060.md): Beech V35TC · Charlottesville, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 1989 · N118FC · Destroyed
  > Improper installation of the throttle and variable absolute controller assemblies by maintenance personnel which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB NYC89FA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89FA166.md): Piper PA-28-236 · Thomasville, PA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 1989 · N2829D · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to fly the published approach procedure, which resulted in controlled flight into the terrain.
- [NTSB NYC89FA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89FA167.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Hartleton, PA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N6206P · Destroyed
  > The pilot allowed the design stress limits of the aircraft to be exceeded after encountering adverse weather conditions. Weather was a related factor.
- [NTSB FTW89FA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89FA137.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Celina, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N4360K · Destroyed
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot. Related factors were: failure of the pilot to use all of the available runway area, the runway/terrain conditions, and obstructions/power lines beyond the departure end of the runway.
- [NTSB FTW89FA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89FA136.md): Piccard AX-6 · Houston, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N85DP · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to abort the attempt to clear the obstacle. Factors in the accident were: the poor condition of the balloon envelope and the pilot's lack of experience as pilot in command of balloon operations.
- [NTSB BFO89FA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA058.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Libertytown, MD · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N83HA · Destroyed
  > Continued VFR flight by the non-instrument rated pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), which resulted in the pilot's loss of aircraft control due to disorientation, and overload failure of the wings and stabilator due to the pilot exceeding…
- [NTSB LAX89FA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89FA239.md): Christen Industries A-1 Husky · Somerton, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1989 · N29162 · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall. The lack of altitude for recovery was a related factor.
- [NTSB FTW89DRA07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DRA07.md): Lowe/Bensen KB-2 · Wharton, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 14, 1989 · N7037K · Destroyed
  > Poor judgement by the student pilot by performing excessive/low altitude maneuvers, which resulted in his failure to maintain sufficient clearance (altitude) above the open field. His lack of familiarity with the aircraft was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB CHI89FA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89FA135.md): Cessna 177 · Lockport, IL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 1989 · N3146T · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and his failure to attain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall or mush. A factor related to the accident was: the aircraft's excessive gross weight.
- [NTSB MKC89DCJ03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89DCJ03.md): Cessna A-188B · Hay Springs, NE · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 12, 1989 · N79291 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delay in intiating a climb at the end of a swath run.
- [NTSB MIA89FA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89FA194.md): Airbus Industrie A-300 · San Juan, PR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1989 · N7062A · No damage
  > Failure of the ramp guide (ground personnel) to follow normal safety procedures. His over confidence in his personal ability was considered to be a contributing factor.
- [NTSB BFO89FA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO89FA057.md): Bellanca 7KCAB · Berlin, MD · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1989 · N57417 · Destroyed
  > Pilot failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the low altitude at which the stall occurred.
- [NTSB FTW89FA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89FA133.md): Aerospatiale AS-350-D · Galveston, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1989 · N3595B · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > Failure of both pilots to see-and-avoid the other aircraft (inadequate visual lookout).
- [NTSB FTW89FA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89FA132.md): Cessna 152 · Arlington, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1989 · N49056 · Destroyed
  > Poor judgement of the pilot, due to impairment from consumption of alcohol, and his failure to maintain proper altitude while maneuvering. Factors related to the accident were: darkness, the pilot's recent use of drugs, and his lack of flight experience.
- [NTSB LAX89LA335](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89LA335.md): Luscombe 8A · Napa, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1989 · N77969 · Destroyed
  > Suicide.
- [NTSB MKC89FA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89FA156.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Medicine Lodge, KS · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1989 · N5379P · Destroyed
  > The pilot misjudged clearance above a house (residence) that he was buzzing and allowed the aircraft to collide with the attached antenna.
- [NTSB DEN89FA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89FA162.md): Cessna 150K · Louisville, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1989 · N6342G · Destroyed
  > Inadequate supervision by the instructor pilot (CFI) and flight in known adverse weather conditions. Factors related to the accident were: inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the CFI, his lack of experience in the type of operation, and the weather…
- [NTSB DEN89DTI03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89DTI03.md): Cessna T188C · Red Lodge, MT · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 9, 1989 · N2165J · Destroyed
  > Improper inflight decision by the pilot and his failure to attain sufficient altitude. Rising terrain, high density altitude, and trees were considered to be contributing factors.
- [NTSB CHI89FA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89FA129.md): Piper PA-18 · Roscommon, MI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1989 · N2336J · Destroyed
  > Loss of control in flight while maneuvering and the failure to perform remedial action by the PIC.
- [NTSB ATL89FA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL89FA175.md): Beech A45 · Troy, AL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1989 · N7973A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper use of the airplane flight controls during a aerobatic maneuver at low altitude due to his lack of aerobatic experience. A contributing factor was the pilot's overconfidence in his ability to perform the maneuver.
- [NTSB CHI89FA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89FA128.md): Beech 58 · Battle Creek, MI · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 7, 1989 · N9253A · Destroyed
  > The flight crew inadvertently shut down the left engine after the right engine lost power, and the copilot failed to maintain control of the aircraft while maneuvering the aircraft back toward the runway. Factors related to the accident were: improper…
- [NTSB MKC89DPG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89DPG02.md): Rockwell S-2R · Reyno, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Jul 5, 1989 · N4931X · Destroyed
  > Improper in-flight planning/decision by the pilot which resulted in a tight maneuver at inadequate airspeed and a subsequent stall. A contributing factor was the presence of high obstructions (trees).
- [NTSB MKC89FA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89FA153.md): Bellanca 8KCAB · Broken Bow, NE · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1989 · N8636V · Destroyed
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot by performing acrobatic flight with baggage in the rear cockpit of the aircraft, which probably restricted movement of the flight controls and resulted in uncontrolled flight and a spin.
- [NTSB MIA89FA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89FA184.md): Cessna 177 · Stuart, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 4, 1989 · N2923X · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate maintenance/servicing of the aircraft, which resulted in water and rust contamination of the fuel and a subsequent loss of engine power, and failure of the pilot to maintain flying speed, while maneuvering back toward the runway, which resulted in…

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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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