# 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 SEA04LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA103.md): D'Amico Kitfox Series 7 · Caldwell, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N1852N · Substantial damage
  > The disconnection of the elevator pitch control assembly and the pitch rod during the takeoff as a result of an unsecured bolt.
- [NTSB SEA04LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA099.md): Grumman G-164B · Midvale, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N8440K · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from the high tension powerline. A factor was the powerline.
- [NTSB SEA04LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA098.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Columbus, MT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N82172 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing and subsequent go-around. Inadequate compensation for the gusting winds and an airport hangar were factors.
- [NTSB LAX04LA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA232.md): Beech S35 · Flagstaff, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N6127Q · Substantial damage
  > oil exhaustion due to a leak from the bottom oil drain line gasket and o-ring for the turbo charger.
- [NTSB LAX04CA233](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA233.md): Schweizer 269C-1 · Brentwood, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N9421K · Substantial damage
  > the student's improper use of the cyclic control, the flight instructor's inadequate supervision, and his delayed remedial action. A factor in the accident was the CFI's diverted attention.
- [NTSB FTW04LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA157.md): Snow S2C · La Feria, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N9492R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the obstacle while maneuvering to perform an aerial application. A contributing factor was the high vegetation.
- [NTSB FTW04LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA152.md): WSK PZL Mielec M-18A · Dumas, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N161RA · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB FTW04LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA149.md): Cessna 150 · Benton, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N5677E · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall during a go-around.
- [NTSB DEN04LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA084.md): Cessna 310J · Morgan, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N415SW · Substantial damage
  > the poor friction value on the runway rendering braking action inadequate. Contributing factors include the excessive approach speed, and the pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the aircraft.
- [NTSB CHI04CA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA138.md): Merkel Acro Sport II · Beloit, WI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 5, 2004 · N796DM · Substantial damage
  > Inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's continued flight with an inoperable fuel quantity indicator and the wires which the airplane contacted during the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW04LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA150.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Cotton Plant, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N3166U · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI04WA161](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04WA161.md): Cessna U206A · Queensland, Australia · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Jun 4, 2004 · VH-OWA · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI04LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA148.md): Boeing 737-7H4 · Liberal, KS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N757LV · No damage
  > The adverse weather encountered during cruise flight by the flight crew and the flight attendant not being restrained. A contributing factor was the convective activity.
- [NTSB CHI04LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA147.md): North American T-28C · Manitowoc, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N404DK · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the number 4 piston articulating rod resulting in a complete loss of engine power during initial climb. The ditch was a contributing factor.
- [NTSB CHI04LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA137.md): Cessna 175 · Blissfield, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N9401B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot selected the wrong runway on which to land which resulted in exceeding the proper touchdown point during landing. Factors associated with the accident were the tailwind condition and the drainage ditch which the airplane contacted.
- [NTSB CHI04CA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA136.md): Cessna 172P · Milwaukee, WI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N50923 · Substantial damage
  > The CFI failed to maintain adequate airspeed during the go-around which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB CHI04CA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA135.md): Cessna T210L · Wichita, KS · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N59027 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ATL04CA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA125.md): Taylorcraft DC-65 · Savannah, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 4, 2004 · N39190 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning of fuel required for the flight, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, and the subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB MIA04LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04LA092.md): North American T-28B · Wesley Chapel, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 2004 · N261FM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to verify security of the left engine cowling and its subsequent separation in-flight and collision with the vertical stabilizer resulting in the loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB FTW04LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA151.md): Air Tractor AT-502B · Weldon, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 2004 · N5002D · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The other pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during approach to landing, which resulted in a midair collision between the two airplanes.
- [NTSB DEN04CA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA085.md): Let Blanik L-13 · Durango, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 3, 2004 · N99860 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision and his failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain, and the low approach.
- [NTSB CHI04LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA144.md): Beech M35 · Strafford, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 2004 · N693V · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the cylinder during the engine overhaul which resulted in the fatigue failure of the cylinder studs and through-bolts and the subsequent separation of the cylinder. Factors associated with the accident were the fence and the guy…
- [NTSB ANC04LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA060.md): Cessna 180E · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 2004 · N5180 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop and nose over. A factor contributing to the accident was a direct crosswind.
- [NTSB NYC04FA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA137.md): Cessna 182C · Kutztown, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 2004 · N8681T · Destroyed
  > The towplane pilot's failure to maintain a climb while towing a glider for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the early release of the glider and the tow plane's subsequent impact with trees.
- [NTSB NYC04FA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA136.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Leominster, MA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 2004 · N21072 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to follow instrument flight procedures resulting in a collision with trees. A factor related to the accident was the low cloud ceiling, and dark night.
- [NTSB LAX04CA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA236.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Dunsmuir, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 2, 2004 · N39678 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance, which resulted in an overrun of the runway. The pilot's failure to use flaps and his landing at an airport with a runway shorter than he expected is a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX04CA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA222.md): Cessna A188A · Minden, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 2, 2004 · N9961G · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing roll, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop. A contributing factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the accident airplane.
- [NTSB CHI04FA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04FA133.md): Cessna U206F · Owatonna, MN · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 2, 2004 · N81685 · Destroyed
  > The altitude/clearance not maintained by the pilot-in-command during a precision instrument approach. A contributing factor was the instrument meteorological conditions.
- [NTSB SEA04LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA097.md): Piper PA-28-151 · Easton, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 2004 · N6245J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering in mountainous terrain. Mountain terrain was a factor.
- [NTSB SEA04LA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA093.md): Grumman G-164 · Rexburg, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 2004 · N657Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object while maneuvering during an aerial application flight. Contributing factors were the pilot's diverted attention and the irrigation pivot.
- [NTSB LAX04LA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA245.md): Cessna 170B · Auburn, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 1, 2004 · N2915D · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB CHI04CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA132.md): Cessna 150 · Midland, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 1, 2004 · N959B · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane during the go-around. A factor associated with the accident was the student's lack of experience.
- [NTSB LAX04LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA225.md): Stinson 108-2 · Susanville, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N9816K · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to perform a proper preflight inspection of the airplane and ensure that the oil cap was secured, which resulted in a descent into terrain due to his obstructed view out of the windshield.
- [NTSB LAX04FA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA226.md): Piper PA-28R-180 · Columbia, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N7626J · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reason during takeoff-initial climb, and the pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall/mush. Factors associated with the accident are an inadvertent stall/mush, and the pilot's failure to abort…
- [NTSB LAX04FA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA223.md): Boeing B75N1 · Mesa, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N48579 · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while performing aerobatics that resulted in an inadvertent stall and spin.
- [NTSB LAX04CA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA224.md): Cessna 177B · Grand Canyon, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N7PP · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB FTW04LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA146.md): Cessna 172P · Mesquite, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N98885 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's delayed landing flare and the improper supervision provided by the flight instructor.
- [NTSB FTW04LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA145.md): Cessna 172 · Levelland, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N61663 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his inadequate compensation for the winds.
- [NTSB DEN04LA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA083.md): Ayres S-2R · Beaver, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N5686X · Substantial damage
  > the in-flight failure of the engine's P3 tube which resulted in the loss of engine power and the subsequent impact with terrain during a forced landing. Contributing factors include the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the fence.
- [NTSB CHI04LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA129.md): Hall Lancair IV-P · Vermontville, MI · Accident · 3 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N707SH · Destroyed
  > The failure of Air Route Traffic Control Center controllers to provide adverse weather avoidance assistance as required by FAA directives, which led to the airplane's encounter with a thunderstorm and subsequent loss of control. Contributing to the accident…
- [NTSB ATL04LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA124.md): Piper PA-28-161 · St. Marys, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N8149Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failure to use carburetor heat when weather condition were favorable for the for the formation of carburetor ice..
- [NTSB ANC04IA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04IA058.md): Boeing 757-251 · Anchorage, AK · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · May 31, 2004 · N550NW · No damage
  > The failure of the flight attendant to follow the appropriate door opening procedure by remaining clear of the door handle when the passenger door was opened from the outside by customer service personnel, which resulted in a wrist injury to the flight…
- [NTSB LAX04WA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04WA234.md): Robinson R22 Mariner · Queensland, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · May 30, 2004 · VH-MIB · Destroyed
- [NTSB LAX04LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA230.md): Cessna T210M · Santa Rosa, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2004 · N121JR · Substantial damage
  > Maintenance personnel's improper installation and servicing of a retaining ring, which resulted in the failure of the landing gear door actuator and failure of the landing gear extension system during landing.
- [NTSB LAX04LA227](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA227.md): Beech A36 · Hollister, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2004 · N6797Y · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which failed to detect the mis-rigged elevator trim system, and the pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL04LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA123.md): Cessna 310 · N. Myrtle Beach, SC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 2004 · N361Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight/planning and his in-flight decision which resulted in the loss of power in one engine due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB SEA04LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA096.md): Cessna 172M · Vernonia, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 29, 2004 · N5440H · Substantial damage
  > The instructor pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance and his failure to execute a go-around resulting in an overrun of the runway.
- [NTSB SEA04LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA094.md): Beech P-35 · Havre, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 29, 2004 · N7DR · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during the initial climb after takeoff as a result of an unsecured fuel sender unit which resulted in a false fuel quantity indication.
- [NTSB NYC04CA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA135.md): Mooney M20R · Warren, VT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 29, 2004 · N53WM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in this accident was the wind shear as reported by the pilot.
- [NTSB NYC04CA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA134.md): Cessna 172M · Worcester, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 29, 2004 · N73704 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor in the accident was the gusting wind.

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

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=25&year=2004

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