# NTSB investigations, 2005

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 LAX05LA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA239.md): As+ AC4 · Sparks, NV · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 2005 · N9276Y · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while performing S-turns on final approach, which resulted in a stall and uncontrolled descent into terrain. A contributing factor in the accident was the pilot's impairment due to ingestion of an…
- [NTSB IAD05CA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05CA104.md): Cessna 172S · Charlottesville, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 19, 2005 · N3537B · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB DEN05TA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05TA113.md): Hughes 369FF · Loveland, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jul 19, 2005 · N530TJ · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control due to delayed remedial action during the encounter with the loss of tail rotor effectiveness. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight performance planning, and the inadequate supervision by…
- [NTSB CHI05CA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA193.md): Piper PA-22 · Plainwell, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 19, 2005 · N2654A · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power on downwind due to carburetor icing, and the unsuitable terrain the pilot encountered during the forced landing. A factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB LAX05CA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05CA238.md): Cessna 152 · Rio Vista, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 18, 2005 · N68475 · Substantial damage
  > the student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing rollout. A contributing factor was the student's failure to divert to an airport with less severe crosswind…
- [NTSB IAD05LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05LA103.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Denton, MD · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 2005 · N4797L · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW05WA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05WA184.md): Bell 412 · Ciudad Carmen, Mexico · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 18, 2005 · XA-VVD · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI05FA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05FA189.md): Piper PA-30 · Aurora, MO · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 2005 · N7868Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not maintaining adequate airspeed and aircraft control during initial climb, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin at a low altitude. A factor to the accident was the pilot operating the airplane over its certified maximum gross weight.
- [NTSB ATL05CA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA134.md): Aircraft Mfg & Dev. CH2000 · Winston-Salem, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 18, 2005 · N240AM · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's misjudged flare and his improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a stall and hard landing.
- [NTSB ATL05CA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA133.md): Piper PA-34-200 · Atlanta, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 18, 2005 · N143PF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper use of normal braking and the failure to maintain directional control during landing. Also causal was the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight which resulted in a collision with the ground.
- [NTSB ATL05CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA132.md): Cessna 172P · Savannah, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 18, 2005 · N5299K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll out resulting in a ground loop, and on ground collision of the right wing with the ground.
- [NTSB SEA05LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA147.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Yellow Pine, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 2005 · N721JW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and his failure to maintain directional control after the aircraft's right main gear contacted a small dirt mound during the takeoff roll at the remote grass airstrip. Factors include the pilot's…
- [NTSB SEA05LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA145.md): Cessna 172N · Bonners Ferry, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 2005 · N120ER · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering. Mountainous terrain was a factor.
- [NTSB IAD05LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05LA099.md): Cessna 525 · Old Bridge, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 2005 · N13FH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper preflight planning, his failure to consult performance data, and his failure to obtain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing factors to the accident were the excessive airspeed, overweight condition,…
- [NTSB DEN05LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05LA112.md): Cessna 182Q · Grand Junction, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 17, 2005 · N735AC · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during aborted landing and failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. A contributing factor was the encounter with wind shear during final approach and landing.
- [NTSB CHI05CA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA195.md): Cessna 180 · Bowstring, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 17, 2005 · N4652B · Substantial damage
  > The unsuitable water conditions for takeoff selected by the pilot and his inability to maintain aircraft control in the rough water. Contributing factors were the aborted takeoff initiated by the pilot, the rough water conditions and the high, gusty winds.
- [NTSB ATL05CA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA166.md): Beech 35 · Carthage, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 17, 2005 · N49KB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive braking resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with gully. A related factor was the tailwind.
- [NTSB SEA05WA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05WA151.md): Cessna 340 · Bangalore, India · Accident · Minor injuries · Foreign investigation · Jul 16, 2005 · N888HB · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA05LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA144.md): Cessna 180 · Prospect, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2005 · N2944C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight decision to perform a wheel landing with a 5 to 10 knot tail wind, and his subsequent loss of aircraft directional control during the landing roll. A tailwind and soft terrain were factors.
- [NTSB MIA05LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA05LA135.md): Robinson R-22B · Gulfport, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2005 · N2614D · Substantial damage
  > A loss engine power for undetermined reasons, that resulted in a forced landing, and damage to the helicopter during the landing.
- [NTSB LAX05WA298](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05WA298.md): Bell 205A-1 · Lac de la Solit, Canada · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Jul 16, 2005 · C-GADA · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX05LA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA237.md): Cessna A188B · Bishop, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2005 · N731GE · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the tailwheel mount during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.
- [NTSB LAX05LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05LA236.md): Sergent Great Lakes 2T1A · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2005 · N24LR · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and nose over of the airplane.
- [NTSB IAD05RA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05RA102.md): Pilatus PC-6 · Brasilito, Costa Rica · Accident · 6 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 16, 2005 · N908PL · Destroyed
- [NTSB DFW05LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05LA183.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Pollock, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2005 · N33720 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to a loose engine lubrication system component in the crankcase. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI05CA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA187.md): McDaniels Kitfox Classic IV · Bagley, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 16, 2005 · N6261M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent lift-off and failure to maintain adequate airspeed while recovering from a loss of directional control during landing. Contributing factors to the accident were the pilot's inadequate wind compensation and failure to maintain aircraft…
- [NTSB LAX05CA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05CA232.md): Robinson R-22 Beta II · Mesa, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N7514P · Substantial damage
  > the improper use of the throttle and antitorque pedal by the pilot undergoing instruction, and the inadequate supervision of the flight by the certified flight instructor.
- [NTSB IAD05CA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD05CA098.md): Grumman G164A · Williamstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N48408 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of distance/altitude, and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
- [NTSB DFW05LA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05LA190.md): Bell 47G-4A · Black Oak, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N4087L · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DEN05LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05LA111.md): Gates Learjet 35A · Eagle, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N620JM · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper flare resulting in the hard landing and the fractured nose gear attachment, and the subsequent loss of control. Factors contributing to the accident were the high airspeed on approach, the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, and…
- [NTSB DEN05LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05LA110.md): Cessna TU206F · Vernal, UT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N1059V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were the soft dirt airstrip, the low airspeed and the stall/mush.
- [NTSB CHI05LA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05LA190.md): Mooney M20M · White Cloud, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N355RZ · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the mechanic's improper maintenance, the disconnected oil line, the oil leak from the disconnected line, and the unsuitable terrain the pilot encountered during the forced landing. Factors were the outside…
- [NTSB CHI05LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05LA188.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Langdon, ND · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N3159N · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the terrain while attempting an abrupt turning maneuver at a low altitude.
- [NTSB ATL05CA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA131.md): Cessna 525A · Newnan, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N3ST · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delay in aborting the landing and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance. Contributing factors were hydroplaning condition, and the localizer antenna.
- [NTSB ANC05CA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC05CA102.md): Piper PA-32-301 · Karluk, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 15, 2005 · N8152Z · Substantial damage
  > A collision with a deer on the runway during the landing roll, which resulted in substantial damage to the tail of the airplane.
- [NTSB SEA05CA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05CA143.md): Beech A36 · Sequim, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N3119T · Substantial damage
  > The temporary loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during the takeoff initial climb.
- [NTSB SEA05CA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05CA142.md): Beech H-35 · Oregon City, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N5576D · Substantial damage
  > The unattended animal on the runway during the landing, which caused the pilot to pull up and land a second time, resulting in an overrun. A factor contributing to the accident was the inability to abort the landing due to obstacles at the end of the runway.
- [NTSB LAX05GA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05GA231.md): Eurocopter France EC120B · Fair Oaks, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N266SD · Destroyed
  > The failure of the constant delta P diaphragm in the fuel control unit, which resulted in an increased fuel flow and subsequent catastrophic failure of the engine. The diaphragm's failure was the result of improper installation by the engine manufacturer. A…
- [NTSB LAX05CA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05CA235.md): Cessna T210M · TwentyninePalms, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N210NS · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to verify the current local wind condition that resulted in his selection of the wrong runway and an inadvertent downwind landing, a runway overrun and a ground collision with objects. A factor in the accident was the short runway and its…
- [NTSB LAX05CA233](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05CA233.md): Cessna 170B · Prescott, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N2958D · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's misjudged flare, and excessive use of the elevator control, which resulted in a failure to maintain adequate airspeed and a stall/mush.
- [NTSB DFW05LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05LA182.md): Ayres S2R-T34 · Bonita, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N61220 · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate visual lookout, which resulted in a midair collision.
- [NTSB DFW05CA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05CA181.md): Messerschmitt BK-117 B-2 · Houston, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N440HH · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the left passenger door due to worn attaching hardware.
- [NTSB DEN05LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05LA118.md): Bellanca 8GCBC · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N5043N · Substantial damage
  > the pilot not maintaining clearance from the portable helipad during taxi after landing resulting in the airplane colliding with it. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's selection of a taxi route through a non-movement area, his inability to…
- [NTSB CHI05FA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05FA192.md): Aerospatiale AS365N · Valparaiso, IN · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N365S · Substantial damage
  > The loose tail rotor drive shaft coupling due to its improper installation by the operator's maintenance personnel, which resulted in the failure of the tail rotor drive shaft. An additional cause was the inability of the pilot to maintain control of the…
- [NTSB CHI05CA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA185.md): Aero Commander S2R · Walnut, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N8962Q · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision. A contributing factor was the corn field.
- [NTSB CHI05CA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA184.md): Hirsch RV-6A · Oshkosh, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 14, 2005 · N125WH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff. Contributing factors were the uneven (rough) runway surface and the fence.
- [NTSB CHI05LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05LA186.md): Bell 206L-1 · West Plains, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 2005 · N2756A · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during the intentional autorotation. The pilot's misjudgment of the touchdown flare leading to a hard landing was an additional cause. A contributing factor was the intentional autorotation.
- [NTSB ATL05CA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL05CA130.md): Jabiru SK0007 · Aiken, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 13, 2005 · N30SP · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC05LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC05LA119.md): Pratt Ultravia Pelican-PL · Middlebury, VT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 2005 · N412JP · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA05CA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA05CA134.md): Bell 206B · San Juan, PR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 12, 2005 · N27VT · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate preflight/planning by the pilot for his initiation of the flight with inadequate fuel supply, and his failure to maintain main rotor rpm following a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion which resulted in a hard landing.

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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 year(c."eventDate") = 2005
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=19&year=2005

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