# NTSB investigations, 2004

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 LAX04CA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA309.md): Cessna 172S · Willits, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 2, 2004 · N897TW · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadvertent descent and controlled flight into obstacles while maneuvering to land. Contributing factors were the dark, nighttime condition, which impaired the pilot's visual perceptions, and the pilot's failure to obtain a pertinent Notice to…
- [NTSB FTW04LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA229.md): Cessna 175 · De Ridder, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2004 · N6517E · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW04LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA226.md): Cassutt Iiim · Pearland, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2004 · N3TW · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed sufficient for flight resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin while turning from the base leg of the traffic pattern to final. A contributing factor was the pilot's lack of experience for the make/model airplane.
- [NTSB DEN04LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA144.md): Aviat A-1 · Greeley, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2004 · N6XJ · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper in-flight decision to land on an unimproved surface and the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the soft landing surface.
- [NTSB CHI04CA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA250.md): Piper PA-32-301 · Crivitz, WI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 2, 2004 · N8173J · Substantial damage
  > The proper touchdown point not attained by the pilot during landing. The road and tailwind were contributing factors.
- [NTSB SEA04LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA178.md): Helio H800 · Fossil, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2004 · N4033G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to remove the aileron wing gust locks prior to flight, which resulted in a loss of control during the descent/emergency landing. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight.
- [NTSB NYC04WA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04WA203.md): Piper PA-31P-425 · Sevilla, Spain · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 1, 2004 · EC-GYD · Destroyed
- [NTSB DCA04WA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA04WA081.md): Boeing 737-300 · Glasgow, United Kingdom · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Sep 1, 2004 · 9H-ADH · Minor damage
- [NTSB ATL04CA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA172.md): Cessna 152 · Waycross, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 1, 2004 · N89255 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot misjudged the approach speed to touchdown, and the hydroplaning of the airplane during the landing roll resulted in the overrun of the runway surface and the subsequent collision with a fence..
- [NTSB ANC04LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA100.md): Piper PA-14 · Cordova, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2004 · N4241H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during taxi, which resulted in a collision with a runway marker sign. A factor contributing to the accident was sunglare in the pilot's eyes.
- [NTSB NYC04LA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA201.md): PZL 101 · Chazy, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2004 · N123LZ · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power due to the fractured crankshaft.
- [NTSB LAX04LA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA308.md): Rockwell 112TCA · San Rafael, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2004 · N44MH · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation, which was caused by the pilot's failure to turn on the electric boost pump and an undetermined failure of the engine driven pump to supply sufficient fuel to the carburetor.
- [NTSB FTW04LA227](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA227.md): Grumman 164B · East Bernard, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2004 · N8222K · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as result of the failure of the number four cylinder. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW04LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA225.md): Boeing 727-2M7 · El Paso, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2004 · N742RW · Substantial damage
  > The first officer's failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing factors were the captain's delayed remedial action and the crosswind.
- [NTSB DCA04WA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA04WA078.md): Boeing 747-400 · Hanamaki, Japan · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Aug 31, 2004 · JA8083 · No damage
- [NTSB SEA04WA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04WA177.md): Cessna 421 · Station Townshi, Australia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 30, 2004 · HB-LRW · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX04IA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04IA311.md): Sikorsky S-70A · Pacoima, CA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2004 · N160LA · Minor damage
  > the failure of the operator's mechanics to install the turboshaft engine's forward curvic seal during a gas generator turbine (GGT) replacement. Contributing factors to the incident were the failure of the manufacturer to provide a forward curvic seal with…
- [NTSB DCA04WA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA04WA083.md): Fairchild SA226-T · Sydney, Australia · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Aug 30, 2004 · VH-SSL · No damage
- [NTSB SEA04FA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04FA173.md): Beech C35 · Kalispell, MT · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N63AC · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper positioning of the fuel tank selector, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power while maneuvering.
- [NTSB NYC04FA197](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA197.md): Robinson R-22 · Northport, NY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N871CL · Substantial damage
  > An improper maneuver by the flightcrew while attempting to avoid a kite, which resulted in mast bumping, the separation of the main rotor system, and a subsequent uncontrolled descent into water.
- [NTSB NYC04CA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA200.md): Cessna 177 · Warrenton, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N2975X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's incorrect aborted landing procedure, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB LAX04CA307](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA307.md): Champion 7ECA · Williams, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N2583F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind condition and his failure to maintain directional/airplane control during landing rollout. Contributing factors were the gusty crosswind and the pilot's inadequate remedial action.
- [NTSB LAX04CA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA306.md): Quicksilver MXL II · Rio Vista, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N4358Z · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from high vegetation while flying at a low altitude.
- [NTSB IAD04LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04LA050.md): Embraer EMB-135KL · Clyde, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N810AE · No damage
  > An unexpected encounter with clear air turbulence.
- [NTSB IAD04CA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04CA042.md): Piper PA-24-180 · Ocean City, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N7573P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's deliberate delay of rotation during the takeoff roll, and his subsequent loss of directional control.
- [NTSB FTW04WA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA230.md): Piper PA-30 · Aldama, Mexico · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 29, 2004 · XB-XEY · Substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN04CA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA137.md): Cessna 172S · Erie, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N2099J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in a hard landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot induced oscillation and the high approach airspeed.
- [NTSB DEN04CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA132.md): Cameron Balloons A-210 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N4503V · No damage
  > the passenger losing her balance during the landing. Contributing to the accident was the increased wind velocity.
- [NTSB CHI04CA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA244.md): Beech BE-18 · Lakeville, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2004 · N5180V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate flare, the improper recovery from a bounced landing, the loss of directional control, and inadequate compensation for the crosswind. A factor was the crosswind.
- [NTSB NYC04WA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04WA208.md): Cessna 337C · Bresso, Italy · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 28, 2004 · I-ATAR · Substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC04LA221](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA221.md): Piper PA-30 · Cynthiana, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N888LC · Substantial damage
  > The inoperative left main landing gear brake check valve, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeoff.
- [NTSB NYC04CA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA199.md): Robinson R44 · Wildwood, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N315SG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate visual lookout while conducting a nighttime landing to a dolly, which resulted in a stuck skid, and subsequent hard landing. A factor was the nighttime conditions.
- [NTSB NYC04CA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA198.md): Pettigrew, Richard RV-6A · Williamstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N524JN · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB LAX04LA305](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA305.md): Gibbs Kitfox IV · Payson, AZ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N728KF · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall and subsequent collision with terrain. Contributing factors to the accident were the turbulence and the gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB LAX04FA304](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA304.md): American Champion 8KCAB · Prescott, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N561ER · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The failure of both pilots to maintain adequate clearance from each other while performing formation aerobatic maneuvers.
- [NTSB FTW04CA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04CA224.md): Cessna 172S · Leakey, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N2477E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with terrain. A contributing factor was the high density altitude.
- [NTSB CHI04LA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA243.md): Boeing A75 · Wisconsin Rapid, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N86600 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper in-flight decision when he decided to fly at a low altitude over the river and failed to maintain clearance from the power lines. A factor was the wires.
- [NTSB ATL04CA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA170.md): Cessna 172R · Atlanta, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N26486 · Substantial damage
  > The intentional interuption of the flight controls in flight that resulted in a uncontrolled descent and collision with a fence.
- [NTSB ANC04LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA098.md): de Havilland DHC-3 · McGrath, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2004 · N197TT · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision making, his continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance. Factors contributing to the accident were low ceilings due to smoke, rain, and mist.
- [NTSB SEA04IA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04IA175.md): Boeing 757-200 · Richmond, BC, Canada · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2004 · N526UA · Minor damage
  > The slat was impacted by birds after takeoff and subsequently the slat delaminated due to flight loads.
- [NTSB SEA04CA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04CA174.md): Luscombe 8A · Nampa, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 27, 2004 · N1983B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include the pilot's very low total time in this make and model aircraft (one hour), and the soft terrain the aircraft encountered along the side of the runway.
- [NTSB FTW04LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA222.md): Lancair 320 · Houston, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2004 · N30KR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature lift-off before attaining adequate airspeed resulting in a stall and collision with the ground.
- [NTSB ATL04LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA171.md): Hawkins William Searey · Dayton, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2004 · N1209J · Substantial damage
  > The delamination of the fiberglass hull of the airplane.
- [NTSB WAS04WA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WAS04WA012.md): Sikorsky S-64E · Bastia, Corsica, France · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 26, 2004 · N248AC · Destroyed
- [NTSB SEA04LA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA176.md): Cessna 150K · Richland, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2004 · N6141G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Wind gusts, inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and an airport marker sign were factors.
- [NTSB MIA04WA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04WA125.md): Cessna 206 · Nirgua, Venezuela · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 26, 2004 · YV-2099 · Destroyed
- [NTSB FTW04LA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA223.md): Cessna 340 · Odessa, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2004 · N98624 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing and the instructor's inadequate supervision.
- [NTSB ANC04LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA097.md): de Havilland DHC-2 · Kodiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2004 · N49GB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a river bank during the takeoff run.
- [NTSB ANC04LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA096.md): Piper PA-18 · Paxson, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 26, 2004 · N8597D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a collision with a rock and subsequent main landing gear collapse during the landing roll. A factor contributing to the accident was rough, uneven terrain.
- [NTSB MIA04LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04LA124.md): Cessna 550 · Venice, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 25, 2004 · N792MA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall and undershoot of the runway.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?year=2004&page=14

## 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 year(c."eventDate") = 2004
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=13&year=2004

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