# NTSB investigations, MN

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 CHI94LA163](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA163.md): Stinson 108-2 · Kettle River, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 16, 1994 · N9761K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper use of carburetor heat and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. The carburetor icing weather condition was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI94LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA144.md): Helio H-800 · Foley, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 2, 1994 · N4104D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to perform accurate fuel consumption calculations. A factor was the soft gravel road landing area.
- [NTSB CHI94LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA143.md): Cessna 152 · Willmar, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 30, 1994 · N758ZC · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot in command to maintain directional control during touch and go landings. A factor was the pilot in command's lack of total experience and the snowbank located off the side of the runway.
- [NTSB CHI94LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA102.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Hutchinson, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 9, 1994 · N6625W · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind, the pilot's lack of total experience, the concrete block and the dirt back.
- [NTSB CHI94LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA084.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Eden Prairie, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 13, 1994 · N23797 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's poorly planned approach and remaining below a proper glide path during final approach. The pilot's lack of total expereince was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI94FA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94FA067.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Waseca, MN · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 23, 1994 · N4510N · Destroyed
  > Continued VFR flight by the non-instrument rated pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude (or clearance) above the ground. Factors related to the accident were: an inaccurate weather forecast by…
- [NTSB CHI94LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA060.md): Piper PA-28-160 · Little Falls, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 27, 1993 · N5894W · Destroyed
  > an improper preflight by the pilot-in-command and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a turn. A factor associated with the accident was contaminated fuel.
- [NTSB CHI94LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA059.md): Beech C23 · Eden Prairie, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 23, 1993 · N9228S · Substantial damage
  > an inadequate preflight by both the CFI and student pilot. Factors contributing to the accident was poor communications between the CFI and student pilot, and hilly terrain.
- [NTSB DCA94MA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA94MA022.md): Jetstream BA-3100 · Hibbing, MN · Accident · 18 fatal · Class 1 · Major · Final report · Dec 2, 1993 · N334PX · Destroyed
  > The captain's actions that led to a breakdown in crew coordination and the loss of altitude awareness by the flightcrew during an unstabilized approach in night instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident were: the failure of the…
- [NTSB CHI94LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA027.md): Cessna 170B · Maple Plain, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 1993 · N2923D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions, failure to maintain runway alignment, and failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the aborted landing. Factors related to the accident were: high obstructions and the adverse wind conditions.
- [NTSB CHI94LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA026.md): Beech F33A · Saint Paul, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 1993 · N6333Y · Substantial damage
  > other maintenance personnel's improper maintenance installation and fuel system line fitting undertorqued. Factors related to the accident were the dark night, along with the fence and posts which were contacted.
- [NTSB CHI94IA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94IA017.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Thief Rvr Falls, MN · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 1993 · N6846P · No damage
  > Fatigue failure of the propeller blade, originating from a corrosion pit.
- [NTSB CHI94LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA007.md): Boeing 75N1 · St Paul, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 1993 · N81235 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain proper altitude.
- [NTSB CHI93IA382](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93IA382.md): Fairchild SA-227-AC · Grand Rapids, MN · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 1993 · N446MA · No damage
  > the fractured aileron cable and other maintenance personnel's inadequate maintenance/adjustment.
- [NTSB CHI93LA326](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA326.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Marshall, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 1993 · N4477X · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper decision to depart after receiving a weather briefing which forecasted IMC en route and his loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation.
- [NTSB CHI93FA322](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93FA322.md): Piper J-3C-85 · Salol, MN · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 1993 · N6301H · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in an aerodynamic stall. The pilot's lack of recent flight experience is a related factor.
- [NTSB CHI93LA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA309.md): Taylorcraft L2B · Friedenberg, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 1993 · N3113S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's decision to fly the airplane with know deficiencies which resulted in a restricted fuel flow to the engine.
- [NTSB CHI93LA300](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA300.md): Champion 7FC · Ortonville, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1993 · N8521E · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to refuel prior to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB CHI93LA303](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA303.md): Schweizer G167B · Borup, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1993 · N6637Q · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power due to a cracked cylinder head.
- [NTSB CHI93LA285](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA285.md): Piper PA-28 · Crookston, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 1993 · N172ND · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's delayed in-flight decision. A factor to the accident is the pilot in command's failure to attain a proper touchdown point.
- [NTSB CHI93LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA254.md): Grumman G164B · Eldred, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1993 · N48518 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CHI93LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA257.md): Cessna T188C · Wheaton, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1993 · N3591J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain alignment during takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CHI93LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA245.md): Piper PA-18 · Felton, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 1993 · N1841A · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain airspeed. Factors contributing to the accident were a cracked carburetor float, fuel starvation, and the failure to perform an annual inspection.
- [NTSB CHI93LA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA240.md): Cessna R172K · Rice, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 29, 1993 · N758KQ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's failure to maintain proper clearance.
- [NTSB CHI93LA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA231.md): Mooney M20C · Eveleth, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1993 · N7131V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft.
- [NTSB CHI93LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA222.md): Cessna 172 · St. Cloud, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1993 · N1670Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper starting procedures.
- [NTSB CHI93LA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA219.md): Beech B19 · Victoria, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1993 · N2157W · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to a jammed carburetor float and the inability of the pilot to maintain clearance during the emergency landing.
- [NTSB CHI93LA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA185.md): Piper PA-36-400 · Elbow Lake, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 1993 · N2342Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual outlook during aerial application manuevers.
- [NTSB CHI93LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA184.md): Piper PA-23-160 · Ely, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 1993 · N3333P · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's decision to continue flight with a known deficiency in the airplane's hydraulic system. Factors associated with the accident are the loss of power in the left engine due to fuel contamination, and a leak in the hydraulic system.
- [NTSB CHI93FA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93FA180.md): Beech C-18S · North Branch, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 22, 1993 · N67E · Destroyed
  > excessive use of brakes by the pilot-in-command.
- [NTSB CHI93DER01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93DER01.md): Pitts S1 · Madison, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · May 12, 1993 · N17FS · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance during aerobatic maneuvers.
- [NTSB CHI93DER02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93DER02.md): Miller Quickie · Glencoe, MN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · May 11, 1993 · N5589N · Substantial damage
  > The disconnection of the ignition switch wiring.
- [NTSB CHI93LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA146.md): Champion 7GCBA · Duluth, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 1993 · N9902Y · Substantial damage
  > Pilot in command failed to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB CHI93LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA147.md): Enstrom F28F · Middle River, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 1993 · N81HF · Substantial damage
  > The total failure of the ignition system's magneto.
- [NTSB CHI93LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA134.md): Cessna T188C · Belview, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 10, 1993 · N2975J · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's not maintaining proper altitude.
- [NTSB CHI93LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA195.md): Cessna A150L · Blaine, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 28, 1993 · N6059J · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The failure of the pilot of the Cessna 150, N6059J, and the pilot of the challenger to see and avoid each other.
- [NTSB CHI93LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA112.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Brainerd, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 26, 1993 · N44109 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare which resulted in a bounced, hard landing and the subsequent loss of directional control.
- [NTSB CHI93LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA094.md): Beech B90 · Albert Lea, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 23, 1993 · N442TC · Substantial damage
  > An inadvertent stall due to ice in the pitot/static system.
- [NTSB CHI93LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA087.md): Piper PA-32 · Austin, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 4, 1993 · N3658W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain altitude. The pilot's continued flight into IMC, diverted attention and the environmental conditions were factors.
- [NTSB CHI93LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA084.md): Piper PA-12 · White Bear Lake, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 2, 1993 · N3854M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot selected unsuitable terrain for landing. The snow covered runway was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI93LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA082.md): Cessna 140 · Warren, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 1993 · N3571V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for variable wind conditions during landing. The crosswind was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI93LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA080.md): Cessna 172D · Slayton, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 30, 1993 · N2440U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition. The crosswind was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI93LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA081.md): Piper PA-22 · South St. Paul, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 29, 1993 · N2375P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition. The crosswind was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI93LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA072.md): Cessna 152 · Minneapolis, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 17, 1993 · N48863 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during a takeoff ground run.
- [NTSB CHI93LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA065.md): Cessna 172N · Warren, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 6, 1993 · N6176G · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB CHI93MA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93MA061.md): Saab-Scania 340A · Hibbing, MN · Accident · No injuries · Major investigation · Final report · Jan 3, 1993 · N342PX · Substantial damage
  > The first officer's failure to maintain a proper descent rate during the landing, and the captain's inadequate supervision by not taking timely action to ensure a safe landing. Factors which contributed to the accident were: the company's failure to provide…
- [NTSB CHI93LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA057.md): Beech V35A · Marshall, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 24, 1992 · N8468N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper aircraft handling during ground operation with a gusty tailwind.
- [NTSB CHI93LA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA037.md): Cessna 172 · Elk River, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 1992 · N7463A · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to refuel the airplane before the flight.
- [NTSB CHI93LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA030.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Mankato, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 12, 1992 · N15609 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to select a proper fuel selector position.
- [NTSB CHI93LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA026.md): Cessna 152 · St. Cloud, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 1992 · N24975 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?state=MN&page=21

## 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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'MN' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=20&state=MN

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