# 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 NYC04LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA140.md): Aviat Pitts S2B · Hamilton, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N963CB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after experiencing a brake system malfunction during landing. Factors related to the accident were the malfunction of a landing gear brake as reported by the pilot, and the crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB NYC04FA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA139.md): Beech 200 · Rupert, WV · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N200BE · Destroyed
  > The pilot-in-command's improper decision to continue VFR flight into IMC conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Factors were the FAA Principle Operations Inspector's inadequate surveillance of the operator, and a low ceiling.
- [NTSB MIA04LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04LA096.md): Aeronca 11AC · Williston, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N85970 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed (Vso) while maneuvering, which resulted in a stall/mush, an uncontrolled descent, and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB LAX04LA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA240.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Peoria, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N4602Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain a proper pitch attitude during tow operations and his failure to maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
- [NTSB LAX04CA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA238.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Anza, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N9009J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged altitude and speed, which resulted in an undershoot and a collision with a berm. Also causal was the control interference from the passenger.
- [NTSB DEN04CA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA095.md): Northwing WS2 · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · UNREG · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing factors include low altitude, and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB DEN04CA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA092.md): Schweizer 269C · Englewood, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N2062N · Substantial damage
  > the settling with power situation encountered by the pilot. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude.
- [NTSB CHI04CA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA156.md): Youkey Lancair 235 · Hays, KS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N70718 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were the gusty crosswind, the runway marker sign, and the taxiway lights…
- [NTSB CHI04CA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA150.md): Maule MX7235 · Waukesha, WI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N5664R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain directional control and his inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors associated with the accident were the gusty crosswind and the concrete culvert that the airplane contacted.
- [NTSB ATL04CA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA131.md): Cessna 172 · Meridianville, AL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N98981 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an attempted takeoff, which resulted in the on ground collision with the ground.
- [NTSB ANC04LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA068.md): Cessna 185 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N185AV · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his inadequate flare while landing, which resulted in a hard landing and collapse of the main landing gear. Factors associated with the accident were a downdraft, and rough and uneven terrain.
- [NTSB ANC04LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA064.md): deHavilland DHC-2 · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2004 · N105RL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a log. Factors contributing to the accident were a tailwind, a lack of brake pedals at the second pilot station, and the second…
- [NTSB LAX04LA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA239.md): Champion 7AC · La Porte, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 2004 · N81471 · Substantial damage
  > the student pilot's failure to maintain clearance with trees while flying along a mountainous ravine.
- [NTSB FTW04WA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA173.md): Bell UH-1B · Las Bocas, Mexico · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Jun 12, 2004 · N64CC · Substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW04CA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04CA161.md): Ruehle Glastar · Lancaster, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2004 · N106WR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB DEN04LA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA089.md): Hispano Aviacion HA-200 · Pueblo, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 2004 · N611HA · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in an accelerated stall at an altitude too low for recovery. A factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the aircraft make and model.
- [NTSB CHI04CA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA153.md): Luscombe 8E · Joliet, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2004 · N1970K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff and the subsequent failure to maintain aircraft control during the encounter with the standing water. Contributing factors were the standing water and the soft runway condition.
- [NTSB ATL04FA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA130.md): Cessna 172F · Madisonville, TN · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 12, 2004 · N8777U · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering on a touch and go landing resulting in a stall and collision with the ground.
- [NTSB ATL04CA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA129.md): Cessna 172N · Dover, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2004 · N5153E · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor initiated flight into thunderstorm activity that resulted in a loss of control and the subsequent collision with trees.
- [NTSB SEA04LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA104.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Jerome, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 2004 · N2579N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of power during descent for landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the soft terrain and the forced landing site.
- [NTSB NYC04WA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04WA148.md): Piper PA-42 · Reims, France · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Jun 11, 2004 · F-GXES · Minor damage
- [NTSB FTW04LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA159.md): Ayres S-2R · Eagle Lake, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 2004 · N3104S · Substantial damage
  > The partial collapse of the left main landing gear as a result of a failure of the fuselage structure due to corrosion.
- [NTSB FTW04IA160](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04IA160.md): Embraer EMB-135LR · Dallas, TX · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 2004 · N843RP · Minor damage
  > The loss of pressure in Electrohydraulic Servovalve (EHSV) within the nose wheel steering manifold due to contamination in the C1 orifice of the valve, which resulted in an uncommanded turn of the nose wheel during landing rollout. A contributing factor was…
- [NTSB IAD04LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04LA024.md): Cessna 172P · Passaic, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N53565 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the evasive maneuver on the ground.
- [NTSB FTW04LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA158.md): Rockwell International S-2R · Needville, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N4968X · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power and subsequent in-flight fire for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DEN04TA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04TA088.md): Cessna C172P · Las Cruces, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N9474L · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain and the improper go-around procedure. Contributing factors include the pilot's diverted attention, improper in-flight planning and decision making, pilot fatigue, the night conditions and the mesquite…
- [NTSB CHI04CA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA154.md): Mooney M20C · Golden, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N3911N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his failure to maintain clearance from the trees. The trees were a contributing factor.
- [NTSB CHI04CA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA152.md): Cessna 172N · Hillsboro, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N737SV · Substantial damage
  > Directional control not obtained/maintained by the pilot during landing roll.
- [NTSB CHI04CA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA151.md): Grumman-Schweizer G-164B · Hope, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 10, 2004 · N48517 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the tree branches during the aerial-application flight. A factor to the accident was the trees.
- [NTSB SEA04LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA102.md): Bell 206B · Prosser, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2004 · N213SD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines while maneuvering.
- [NTSB NYC04CA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA138.md): Cessna 152 · Elyria, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 9, 2004 · N802MC · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB LAX04LA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA235.md): Harold W Bruce RV-6 · Cloverdale, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2004 · N621BP · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and selection of the wrong runway, and his inadequate compensation for the gusting tail wind conditions, which resulted in a stall/mush.
- [NTSB FTW04WA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA165.md): Piper Pa-28 · Yamasa, Dominican Republic · Accident · 4 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jun 9, 2004 · HI-301SP · Destroyed
- [NTSB ATL04LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA128.md): Grover J3 Kitten · Mohawk, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 9, 2004 · UNREG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to perform aerobatic flight in an airplane with known deficiencies that resulted in the in-flight separation of the airframe and the uncontrolled collision with the ground.
- [NTSB SEA04LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA101.md): Piper PA-18A · Trego, MT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2004 · N7094D · Destroyed
  > Failure to maintain clearance from trees during the initial climb.
- [NTSB MIA04CA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04CA095.md): Cessna 182H · La Belle, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 8, 2004 · N8304S · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent deployment of the main parachute resulting in damage to the right horizontal stabilizer and elevator.
- [NTSB FTW04LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA156.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Joiner, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 8, 2004 · N9151C · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance and altitude from terrain while maneuvering during an aerial application.
- [NTSB MIA04CA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04CA094.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Lake Wales, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N41916 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff resulting in an overrun of the runway and subsequent impact with water. A finding in the accident was the pilot's failure to extend the flaps to the second notch (25 degrees).
- [NTSB LAX04LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA267.md): Schweizer G-164B · Richvale, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N3626T · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power during takeoff due to the engine's deteriorated fuel control unit's inner drive shaft bearing. The reason for the bearing's deteriorated condition could not be determined.
- [NTSB FTW04LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA153.md): Air Tractor AT-402 · Tucker, AR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N182PB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control while manuevering during aerial application which resulted in impact with terrain.
- [NTSB DEN04LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA086.md): Eagle DW-1 · Circleville, UT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N8805D · Destroyed
  > the encounter with severe turbulence during aerial application and the pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control resulting in the in-flight collision with terrain. A contributing factor was the low altitude.
- [NTSB DEN04FA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04FA087.md): Raytheon A36 · Gilcrest, CO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N6162E · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision by his failure to switch fuel tank selector position which resulted in fuel starvation. Also causal was the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in a stall.
- [NTSB DCA04IA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA04IA052.md): Airbus Industrie A340-311 · Washington, DC · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · G-VFLY · No damage
  > The incorrect loading of baggage into the aft cargo compartment instead of the forward compartment, which resulted in aft CG light in-flight.
- [NTSB CHI04LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA145.md): Betchan KR II · Rapid City, SD · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N250KB · Destroyed
  > Failure of the engine rocker arm installation resulting in a loss of engine power. A contributing factor was the power lines.
- [NTSB CHI04CA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA143.md): Cessna 150F · Forest Lake, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 7, 2004 · N6620F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resultied in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power. Factors associated with the accident were the dark light conditions and the water on which the forced landing was made.
- [NTSB SEA04LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA100.md): Gann Glasair II-S RG · Baker City, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 2004 · N711LN · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and his failure to maintain an airspeed above stall speed (Vs) after encountering airframe icing during cruise flight. Factors include the pilot's intentional continuation of his flight along the planned…
- [NTSB CHI04CA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA141.md): Doerr Raymond R RV-9A · Fort Scott, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2004 · N369RV · Substantial damage
  > The vapor lock of the airplane fuel system and the ditch encountered during the emergency landing..
- [NTSB CHI04CA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA139.md): Cessna TR182 · Hamberg, ND · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2004 · N736QX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and his misjudgment of speed and distance.
- [NTSB ATL04CA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA127.md): Cessna 150 · Decatur, AL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2004 · N10424 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance, which resulted in collision with utility wires.
- [NTSB ANC04LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA061.md): Cessna 170B · Dillingham, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 2004 · N2631D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the airplane nosing over during the landing flare/touchdown. A factor contributing to the accident was soft tundra terrain.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?year=2004&page=25

## 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=24&year=2004

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