# NTSB investigations: On ground/water encounter with terrain/water

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 NYC90LA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA172.md): Cessna C-152A · Yellowsprings, OH · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 26, 1990 · N4870A · Substantial damage
  > Loss of control when the pilot stalled the airplane after prematurely becoming airborne. Contributing to the accident was a rough field and a hidden obstruction.
- [NTSB DEN90LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA157.md): Piper PA-36 · Clarkston, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1990 · N9980P · Substantial damage
  > Jammed ailerons resultant from the collision with crops.
- [NTSB DEN90LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA150.md): Cessna T 188C · Wray, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1990 · N2870J · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain proper alignment proper alignment during landing.
- [NTSB NYC90LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA138.md): Cessna 150 · Lancaster, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 1990 · N6442G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site. Contributing to the accident was the pilots decision to land in a field with insufficient space available.
- [NTSB SEA90LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA109.md): Maule M-5 · Riverside, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1990 · N9058E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for a landing site and his inadequate compensation for the wind condition. Factors related to the accident were: the tailwind and the ditch.
- [NTSB SEA90LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA103.md): Grumman G-164A · Tekoa, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1990 · N29SK · Destroyed
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain clearance between the airplane and tall grass adjacent to the gravel strip.
- [NTSB FTW90LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90LA117.md): Boeing E75 · Watonga, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 1990 · N55292 · Substantial damage
  > Pic's failure to use all of the available runway. A factor was the high density altitude.
- [NTSB BFO90LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90LA051.md): Cessna 172P · Chesterfield, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 1990 · N51706 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain runway alignment.
- [NTSB ATL90IA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90IA123.md): Beech BE-18 · Anderson, SC · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · May 25, 1990 · N52A · No damage
  > The pilot's failure to ensure adequate clearance while taxiing to the ramp. A factor in the incident was a dark, unlighted ramp area.
- [NTSB NYC90LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA102.md): Cessna 152 · West Milford, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 8, 1990 · N6202Q · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the flight instructor (CFI). Related to the accident was the cfi's lack of experience as an instructor.
- [NTSB LAX90LA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA161.md): Piper PA28-140 · Santa Rosa, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 2, 1990 · N4343F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB BFO90LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90LA040.md): Lake LA-4-200 · Have De Grace, MD · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 1990 · N1086L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain directional control, and used excessive braking trying to regain control.
- [NTSB MKC90LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA099.md): Grumman G-164B · Lockwood, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 1990 · N6788K · Substantial damage
  > Touchdown point not attained and go-around not performed by the pilot in command. Contributing factors were a wet, grass runway.
- [NTSB LAX90FA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90FA148.md): McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10F · Los Angeles, CA · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 1990 · N68056 · Substantial damage
  > Pilot failed to adhere to established landing procedures, maintain a stabilized approach, and allowed the airspeed to go below the predicted v.
- [NTSB MKC90LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA076.md): Grumman G-164B · Newport, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 1990 · N3630U · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain proper runway alignment, which resulted in an encounter with soft/wet (muddy) terrain and a subsequent nose over of the aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX90LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA122.md): Boeing 737-300 · Santa Ana, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 17, 1990 · N306AW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper rotation during takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX90LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA077.md): Cessna 182Q · Watsonville, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 11, 1990 · N759KM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate visual lookout.
- [NTSB CHI90LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90LA088.md): Mitsubishi MU-300 · Gary, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 23, 1990 · N368PU · Substantial damage
  > Failure of snow removal personnel to recognize the potential hazard of the snow ridge on the runway and communicate this information to the control tower. Factors related to the accident were: the runway/terrain/light conditions, and failure of airport…
- [NTSB LAX90LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA100.md): Piper PA-34-200 · Fresno, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 21, 1990 · N222ES · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper handling of the airplane during taxi.
- [NTSB MKC90LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA055.md): Cessna 152 · Columbia, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 19, 1990 · N6377B · Substantial damage
  > Excessive taxi speed and inadequate visual outlook by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were: dark night and the ditch.
- [NTSB LAX90LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA099.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Big Bear, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 19, 1990 · N2134E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance between the aircraft wing tip and the snow bank. A factor in the accident was the snow berms alongside the runway.
- [NTSB DEN90LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN90LA046.md): Boeing 757-222 · New York, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 16, 1990 · N505UA · Substantial damage
  > Overrotation of the aircraft during takeoff. Factors related to the accident were: the first officer's improper use of the flight manual, which resulted in his improper calculations of the rotation speed, and inadequate supervision concerning verification of…
- [NTSB ANC90LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA026.md): Cessna 207A · Nondalton, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 12, 1990 · N9720M · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were: inadequate positioning of the temporary runway markers, snow covered runway/terrain conditions, partial whiteout condition, and the snow berms at the edges of the runway.
- [NTSB NYC90DFJ01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90DFJ01.md): Steele Acrosport II · Penn Yan, NY · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jan 3, 1990 · N896JC · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. His lack of experience & the snowbank were related factors.
- [NTSB CHI90LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90LA052.md): Cessna 172P · Middletown, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 1989 · N65673 · Substantial damage
  > The inability to establish a sufficient climb after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of total experinece in this type of aircraft.
- [NTSB BFO90FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO90FA012.md): British Aerospace BAE 3101 · Staunton, VA · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 16, 1989 · N851JS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly align the airplane with the runway heading during the takeoff run. Factors related to the accident were: airport personnel's failure to assure that runway marking and edge lights were adequately cleared of snow, adverse…
- [NTSB ANC90LA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA028.md): Cessna 182 · Chakachamna Lk, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 8, 1989 · N8849T · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate preflight preparation of the takeoff area by the pilot, and his attempt to take off on unsuitable terrain. The soft/snow covered terrain was considered to be a contributing factor.
- [NTSB SEA90LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA022.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 1989 · N416CP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not attain proper alignment with the runway. Contributing to the accident was the ditch and the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB ANC90LA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA008.md): Cessna 140 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 1989 · N5606C · Substantial damage
  > Pilot's failure to assure condition of runway prior to landing and failure to maintain runway alignment during landing.
- [NTSB ATL90LA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90LA021.md): Piper PA-38 · Lafayette, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 28, 1989 · N2412N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff, when the airplane began to veer left during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to inspect the airplane wheel for damage after it dropped off the runway during taxi.
- [NTSB CHI90LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90LA018.md): Beech A36 · Lansing, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 1989 · N6736L · Substantial damage
  > Pilot's poor judgement in electing to taxi across an unmarked area in dark night conditions, at an airport with known construction in progress and the airport management's failure to assure the initial repairs were sufficient to correct the holes made during…
- [NTSB FTW90LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90LA009.md): Piper PA-32RT-300T · Addison, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 12, 1989 · N30263 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue the taxi during dark night conditions without taxiway lights, an operable landing light or, assistance from airport personnel.
- [NTSB ANC90LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA004.md): Champion 7KCAB · Montague Island, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 1989 · N5222X · Substantial damage
  > Selection of unsuitable terrain by the pilot. Contributing factors were: rough terrain, gusty winds, high vegetation, and trees.
- [NTSB ANC89LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA157.md): Piper PA-11 · Igushik, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 1989 · N4760M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot selected unsuitable terrain for a landing. Soft terrain was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB ANC89LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA158.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Trading Bay, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1989 · N4482E · Substantial damage
  > Selection of unsuitable terrain (landing area) by the pilot. Contributing factors were: improper information provided by other personnel and a hidden obstruction (log) in tall vegetation (grass).
- [NTSB ANC89LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA154.md): de Havilland DHC-2 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1989 · N64273 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for an off-airport operation. Factors related to the accident were: the adverse terrain conditions.
- [NTSB MIA89FA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89FA237.md): Eagle DW-1-220 · Oklawaha, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 1989 · N8802M · Destroyed
  > The loss of control on the ground during the landing roll for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC89LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA149.md): Maule M-5-235C · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 1989 · N9114E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot was taxiing too fast to negotiate a bend in the river. Trees & the river bank were contributing factors.
- [NTSB NYC89LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89LA191.md): Cessna 421C · Waterville, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 6, 1989 · N211PB · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, his failure to obtain NOTAMS, and failure of the approach controller to provide a safety advisory about the runway condition.
- [NTSB FTW89DRG04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89DRG04.md): Schweizer G-164B · Austwell, TX · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 2, 1989 · N7501Q · Substantial damage
  > Pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area (terrain). High vegetation and rough terrain were contributing factors.
- [NTSB ANC89LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA129.md): Cessna 206G · Iliamna, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1989 · N6588Z · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot & his failure to attain adequate speed to fly. The terrain (bank) was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB SEA89LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA138.md): Grumman 164B · Hermiston, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1989 · N6632Q · Substantial damage
  > The airport owners failure to mark a hidden hazard.
- [NTSB ANC89LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC89LA125.md): Cessna T210N · Golovin, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1989 · N6539N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's poor judgement, his inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and his selection of the taxiway (wrong runway) for takeoff. Contributing factors were: the pilot's physical condition (fatigue), his self induced pressure, the weather conditions, and…
- [NTSB LAX89DVA08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89DVA08.md): Schweizer G-164B · Livingston, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 18, 1989 · N8371K · Destroyed
  > The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff on unsuitable terrain. A factor was the water on the airstrip.
- [NTSB FTW89LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89LA123.md): Piper PA-28R · Port Aransas, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1989 · N15250 · Substantial damage
  > The collapse of the taxiway, which was inadequately maintained.
- [NTSB SEA89LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA108.md): Cessna 170B · Gerlach, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 1989 · N2873C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot displayed poor judgement by selecting unsuitable terrain for landing. As a result, the airplane nosed over during the landing roll on the soft terrain.
- [NTSB CHI89LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89LA108.md): Stinson 108-2 · Cedar, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 1989 · N151C · Substantial damage
  > Pilot in command attempting to land with too high an aispeed and with insufficient runway remaining to allow either a go around or the ability to bring the airplane to a stop in the space remaining.
- [NTSB CHI89DET07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89DET07.md): Good Varieze · Spencerville, IN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jun 7, 1989 · N79SG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain proper runway alignment during the soft field landing.
- [NTSB CHI89DEM01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI89DEM01.md): Cessna 188A · Belding, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Jun 3, 1989 · N5658J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's poor preflight assessment of the runway condition/aircraft performance capabilities, and the aircraft's resultant failure to attain flying speed. Soft terrain is a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB FTW89LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89LA101.md): Cessna 206D · Saint Jo, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1989 · N72279 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's decision to attempt to takeoff from a field that was not suitable for such purpose.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?occurrence=320&page=15

## 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" = 320)
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?occurrence=320&page=14

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