# NTSB investigations: On ground/water collision with object

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 FTW95LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA209.md): Purdy HP-18 · Hempstead, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 21, 1995 · N15DP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's poor in flight planning/decision. The lack of thermal lift was a factor.
- [NTSB LAX95LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA186.md): Grumman 164A · Richvale, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 1995 · N8507H · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain a glidepath adequate to avoid an obstacle, and his inadequate compensation for the wind.
- [NTSB FTW95WA227](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95WA227.md): Cessna 550 · Soto Cano, Honduras · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · May 6, 1995 · N26496 · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC95LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC95LA078.md): Beech 1900C · Covington, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 25, 1995 · N34010 · Substantial damage
  > a lack of procedures by the tug operator to prevent inadvertent movement of an unoccupied tug, which resulted in an airplane being struck by an unoccupied tug which moved on its own.
- [NTSB FTW95LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA140.md): Beecher Polliwagen PW-1 · New Waverly, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 18, 1995 · N192EB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff. Factors were his failure to obtain engine performance data, the resulting improper red line marking on the tachometer, and the improper adjustment of the propeller.
- [NTSB FTW95LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA137.md): Cessna 140 · Fentress, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 13, 1995 · N76981 · Substantial damage
  > The sudden movement of an animal into the path of the aircraft during takeoff roll. Factors were the inability of the pilot to establish a visual lookout down the runway due to the runway's 'crowned' midpoint.
- [NTSB CHI95LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA094.md): Beech 1900 · Minneapolis, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 6, 1995 · N130UE · Substantial damage
  > the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during taxi operations. Related factors are the dark night light conditions and the wrong taxi route.
- [NTSB MIA95LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA076.md): Piper PA-30 · Miami, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 11, 1995 · N8778Y · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the truck driver to follow airport operations procedures and signs.
- [NTSB LAX95LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA097.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · San Martin, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 1995 · N8643V · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot to attain takeoff speed and maintain directional control from a grass airstrip and his improper preflight of the runway for obstructions.
- [NTSB ATL95LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA038.md): Douglas DC-9-32 · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 10, 1995 · N922VV · Substantial damage
  > The ground personnel's improper handling of the aircraft while in tow, and the operator's failure to provide sufficient requirements for this situation.
- [NTSB ANC95LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA023.md): Cessna 208 · Craig, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 2, 1995 · N242SS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. Factors associated with the accident were the sun glare, the partially submerged log, and the shallow fog layer on the surface of the water (landing surface).
- [NTSB LAX95LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA066.md): Cessna 207 · Fort Huachuca, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 1994 · N91090 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the radar and tower controllers to ensure that the pilot was aware of the runway status. Factors related to the accident were the downwind no-flap landing and the sunglare.
- [NTSB LAX95LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA055.md): Luscombe 8E · Hemet, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 20, 1994 · N1217B · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The other aircraft pilot's inadequate bounced landing recovery and his failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB LAX95LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA045.md): Piper PA-23 · Oxnard, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 1994 · N2027P · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to ensure the aircraft was secured prior to attempting an engine start by handpropping.
- [NTSB MIA95GA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95GA033.md): Sikorsky UH-60A · St. Petersburg, FL · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Dec 3, 1994 · N23321 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain separation while ground taxiing between two hangers, resulting in the main rotor blades colliding with a hanger. Contributing to the accident was the lack of written procedures pertaining to ground marshalling of…
- [NTSB FTW95IA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95IA053.md): Boeing B-737-300 · Houston, TX · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 1994 · N14336 · Minor damage
  > The failure of maintenance personnel to follow the taxi checklist resulting in the hydraulic pumps not being turned on.
- [NTSB MIA95LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA035.md): Cessna 172M · Crystal River, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 1994 · N1385U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's failure to maintain visual outlook during taxiing.
- [NTSB MIA95LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA031.md): Cessna 152 · Indiantown, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 1994 · N67390 · Substantial damage
  > An evasive maneuver to avoid collision with animals.
- [NTSB MIA95LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA026.md): Boeing 727-100 · Miami, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 1994 · HCBRF · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the truck driver to maintain visual lookout while operating his truck on an unlit ramp near an aircraft.
- [NTSB CHI95LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA017.md): Cessna 210L · Higginsville, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 21, 1994 · N616WB · Substantial damage
  > A coyote (animal) that ran onto the runway as the airplane was landing.
- [NTSB LAX95LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA012.md): Pitts S-2B · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 19, 1994 · N15KR · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain proper alignment with the runway during landing rollout. A contributing factor was sun glare.
- [NTSB MIA95LA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA001.md): Cessna 152 · Greenwood, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 1994 · N65454 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper planning/decision concerning the selection/approach/execution of the emergency landing. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's lack of experience, his becoming lost/disoriented, the light conditions at dusk, and the…
- [NTSB ANC95LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA002.md): Cessna 180 · Aniak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 1, 1994 · N2707X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain proper runway alignment during the takeoff roll. A factor associated with the accident was the rough/uneven condition of the runway's surface.
- [NTSB NYC94LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA184.md): Cessna 180B · East Moriches, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 28, 1994 · N5112E · No damage
  > The failure of the pedestrian to stay clear of the active runway. A factor was night conditions.
- [NTSB CHI94LA344](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA344.md): Prest Eagle II · Wellsville, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 18, 1994 · N257SP · Substantial damage
  > the pilot-in-command's inadequate visual lookout.
- [NTSB LAX94LA365](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA365.md): Cessna 210L · Payson, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 1994 · N210LX · Substantial damage
  > Animals on the runway.
- [NTSB ANC94LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC94LA136.md): Cessna 140 · Willow, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 1994 · N76680 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper starting procedures. Factors in the accident were the unavailability of a parking brake and tiedowns to secure the airplane.
- [NTSB CHI94LA322](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA322.md): Cessna 172N · Boone, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 1994 · N2105E · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > the failure of both pilots to adequately monitor radio communications during an exceptionally busy period. Factors related to the accident were the high vegetation and the failure of airport personnel to recognize and correct a hazardous situation.
- [NTSB SEA94LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA244.md): I.C.A. Brasov IS-28B2 · Bozeman, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1994 · N28KG · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper compensation for wind. The crosswind was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI94LA324](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA324.md): Cessna 172 · Warrenton, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 1994 · N98525 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to use the proper procedure for an aborted takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were the trees, the pilot's poor preflight/preparation, and the pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB LAX94LA357](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA357.md): Canadair CL600 · Burbank, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 1994 · N403SW · Substantial damage
  > the ground crew's failure to follow company procedures. The failure of the operator to provide headsets to communicate with the flightcrew and the poor lighting conditions were factors in this accident.
- [NTSB LAX94LA347](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA347.md): Cessna 182P · Mesa, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 1994 · N58645 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to properly secure the aircraft prior to a start attempt by handpropping.
- [NTSB MIA94LA202](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA202.md): Taylorcraft BC-12-D · Punta Gorda, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 1994 · N39283 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to tiedown the airplane prior to attempting an engine start by hand propping. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's complacency.
- [NTSB BFO94LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94LA150.md): Beech 36 · Georgetown, DE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 1994 · N15512 · Substantial damage
  > The issuance of a NOTAM with inadequate information. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and the lack of visual cues concerning the construction barrier.
- [NTSB ANC94LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC94LA113.md): de Havilland DHC-2 · Skwenta, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1994 · N1785R · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain adequate clearance from an object (tree).
- [NTSB CHI94FA262](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94FA262.md): Grumman HU-16 · St. Ignace, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 2, 1994 · N7025N · Minor damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow good seaplane operating practices by taxiing with power at forward thrust, with a tailwind, at a speed that necessitated using reverse thrust to arrest the excessive speed, and the pilot's misjudgment of his distance from the…
- [NTSB NYC94LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA144.md): de Havilland DHC-8-311 · Washington, DC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 1, 1994 · N433AW · Substantial damage
  > The vehicle operator's improper handling of the baggage tractor resulting in loss of control of a second baggage tractor being pushed and its subsequent collision with the airplane.
- [NTSB SEA94FA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94FA199.md): Piper PA-12 · Salem, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1994 · N2368M · Minor damage
  > Failure of the pilot to see-and-avoid the occupied canoe. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's improper planning/decision and excessive taxi speed.
- [NTSB NYC94LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA141.md): Boeing Stearman PT-13 · Readington, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 31, 1994 · N2313 · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The failure of both pilots to maintain adequate visual lookout.
- [NTSB LAX94LA302](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA302.md): Cessna 421C · Polacca, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 1994 · N985RA · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's attempt to make a 180-degree turn in soft sand at a speed which imposed side loading on the nose gear. Factors were the pilot's decision to continue the approach beyond the planned touchdown point, the effect of the runway surface on braking…
- [NTSB SEA94LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA195.md): Pitts S-2B · Salt Lake City, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 1994 · N8026 · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate visual lookout by the instructor and dual student. Factors include sunglare and the tug left on the taxiway.
- [NTSB MIA94LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA184.md): Piper PA-28-161 · Naples, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1994 · N9236L · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain wingtip clearance while taxiing resulting in the on-ground collision with a light pole.
- [NTSB SEA94LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA186.md): Eiriavion PIK20D-78 · Rexberg, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1994 · N686CE · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the aborted takeoff. Factors include a vehicle parked near the runway.
- [NTSB SEA94LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA181.md): Consolidated Aeronautics PBY-5A · Lincoln City, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 1994 · N2172N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a boat dock during the aborted takeoff. Factors include the pilot's poor inflight decision to land on a narrow lake under unfavorable wind conditions, and strong crosswinds during the attempted takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL94LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94LA130.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Autaugaville, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1994 · N3659D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, in that he did not properly evaluate the condition of the runway prior to takeoff, and his failure to abort the takeoff when adequate acceleration was not observed. Factors were the high vegetation (grass) on the…
- [NTSB BFO94LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94LA118.md): Schweizer SGS2-32 · Plymouth, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 1994 · N1175S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's improper in-flight planning and decision. A factor related to the accident is a downdraft.
- [NTSB MIA94LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA166.md): British Aerospace BAE 3201 · Orlando, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1994 · N495UE · Substantial damage
  > Inadvertent deactivation of the parking brake by the pilot-in-command. Contributing to the accident was the worn condition of the parking brake assembly.
- [NTSB SEA94LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA146.md): Cessna 170A · Wolf Creek, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 1994 · N1389D · Substantial damage
  > Poor in flight planning. The mountainous terrain was a factor.
- [NTSB BFO94FA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO94FA092.md): Cessna 172H · Millville, NJ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 1994 · N4964R · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The failure of the Cessna's pilot-in-command to perform an adequate visual lookout.
- [NTSB SEA94LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA148.md): Schweizer SGS 1-26D · North Plains, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1994 · N7751S · Substantial damage
  > Proper touch down point was not obtained. Factors to the accident were: canopy not secured, and inadequate preflight planning/preparation.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?occurrence=310&page=16

## 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."mKey" IN (SELECT o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 310)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?occurrence=310&page=15

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