# NTSB investigations, 2011

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 CEN12CA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA093.md): Remos Remos GX · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 28, 2011 · N835FS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare.
- [NTSB ERA12LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA087.md): Smith Miniplane DSA-4 · Hernando, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 27, 2011 · N1321 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat while descending in conditions conducive to carburetor icing, which resulted in carburetor icing and a subsequent total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA12WA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12WA105.md): Cirrus SR20 · Minas Gerias, Brazil · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 26, 2011 · PR-LJL · Substantial damage
  > On November 26, 2011, about 1300 universal coordinated time, a Cirrus SR20, Brazilian registration PR-LJL, operated by a private individual, was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain in Carmo do Cajuri Municipality, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The pilot…
- [NTSB ERA12FA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA084.md): Cessna 177RG · Tallapoosa, GA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 2011 · N5AW · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the No. 2 rod end cap bolt, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB DCA12WA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA12WA019.md): Gulfstream American G 1159 · Huambo, Angola · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Nov 26, 2011 · N811DE · Substantial damage
  > On November 26, 2011, about 1300 UTC, N811DE, a Grumman G-1159 Gulfstream G-II, a private flight operated by Wings Over Africa, was involved in a runway excursion following a rejected takeoff. None of the 10 persons aboard were injured. The aircraft was…
- [NTSB CEN12FA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA090.md): Cessna 182R · Mescalero, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 2011 · N9408X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's intentional attempt to fly into adverse weather, which resulted in an in-flight loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of instrument experience.
- [NTSB CEN12FA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA083.md): Cirrus Design SR20 · Crystal Lake, IL · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 2011 · N223CD · Substantial damage
  > The noninstrument-rated pilot's decision to continue flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in the pilot’s spatial disorientation and loss of control of the airplane.
- [NTSB WPR12LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA047.md): Cessna 310I · Sedona, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 2011 · N8059M · Substantial damage
  > The collapse of the right main landing gear after landing for a reason that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation, and postaccident testing could not be performed due…
- [NTSB ERA12WA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12WA086.md): Bell 212 · Quito, Ecuador · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Nov 25, 2011 · HC-CLH · Substantial damage
  > On November 25, 2011, about 1640 coordinated universal time (1140 local time), a Bell 212, Ecuadorian registration HC-CLH, operated by Aeromaster Airways, S.A., was substantially damaged when it impacted steep terrain next to the company's helipad in Quito,…
- [NTSB ERA12CA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA088.md): Anatra Bart T Vans RV-7A · Quinton, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 25, 2011 · N816BA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, and the subsequent nose-over during the forced landing.
- [NTSB ERA12CA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA083.md): Cessna 162 · Lincoln Park, NJ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 25, 2011 · N5216J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control, a runway excursion, and collision with trees.
- [NTSB CEN12FA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA091.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 II · Hackensack, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 2011 · N821JV · Substantial damage
  > The helicopter's sudden yaw and subsequent impact with the water for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident examination of the helicopter and its systems.
- [NTSB CEN12CA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA089.md): Cessna 182L · Branson, MO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 25, 2011 · N42206 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR12MA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12MA046.md): Rockwell 690 · Apache Junction, AZ · Accident · 6 fatal · Major investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 2011 · N690SM · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a safe ground track and altitude combination for the moonless night visual flight rules flight, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's complacency and lack of situational…
- [NTSB ERA12LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA085.md): Piper PA 46-350P · Caribbean Sea, A1 · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 2011 · N534P · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because the airplane was not recovered. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to comply with the airplane and engine limitations, and his decision to…
- [NTSB CEN12FA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA082.md): Beech 23 · West Milton, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 2011 · N8700M · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to attempt a flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in the pilot’s spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control of the airplane.
- [NTSB CEN12FA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA080.md): Diamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Bern, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 24, 2011 · N203MK · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent impact with the terrain.
- [NTSB ERA12WA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12WA136.md): Piper PA36 · Machala, Ecuador · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Nov 23, 2011 · HCBHJ · Substantial damage
  > On November 23, 2011, about 2000 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-36-300, Ecuadorian registration HC-BHJ, operated by Aerorient Fumigacion Aerea, was substantially damaged when the pilot made a forced landing following loss of engine power in a banana…
- [NTSB ERA12WA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12WA091.md): Piper PA23 · Quibdo, Colombia · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Nov 23, 2011 · HK1263 · Minor damage
  > On November 23, 2011, about 1717 UTC, a Piper PA-23-250, Colombian registration HK1263, operated by Aerolineas Alas de Colombia LTDA, experienced collapse of the left main landing gear during the landing roll at the El Carano Airport (SKUI), Quibdo, Colombia.…
- [NTSB CEN12LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA087.md): Aviat A-1B · Gainesville, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 2011 · N252U · Substantial damage
  > The right main gear tire contacting the brake caliper, which resulted in an uncommanded brake effect on the wheel.
- [NTSB CEN12CA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA084.md): Cessna 550 · Moline, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 23, 2011 · N544PS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the parked, unoccupied airplane while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the guidance provided by the marshaller.
- [NTSB CEN12CA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA081.md): Fenton Davis DA-2A · Center, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 23, 2011 · N808F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusty, crosswind conditions while landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of familiarity with the airplane.
- [NTSB ANC12CA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12CA010.md): Cessna A185F · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 23, 2011 · N121EE · Substantial damage
  > A broken wheel/ski clevis pin, which allowed the ski to pivot upward and strike the right wing lift strut.
- [NTSB ERA12WA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12WA102.md): Cessna 210 · Alto Alegre, Brazil · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 22, 2011 · PT-IOT · Substantial damage
  > On November 22, 2011, at 1740 universal time coordinated, a Cessna Aircraft, Model 210L, Brazilian registration PT-IOT, impacted the ground after reporting an engine failure near Aldeia Hali Katu, in the Alto Alegre Municipality, Roraima, Brazil. The airplane…
- [NTSB ERA12CA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA082.md): Cirrus Design SR20 · Brooksville, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 22, 2011 · N497DA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's incorrect identification of the runway, which resulted in an off-airport landing and subsequent collision with objects.
- [NTSB CEN12LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA077.md): Cessna 152 · Princeton, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 22, 2011 · N6436P · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate installation of the threaded insert in the No. 2 cylinder spark plug hole by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of engine power during initial climb.
- [NTSB CEN12CA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA085.md): Grumman American AA-5A · Bulverde, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 22, 2011 · N26067 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper glidepath while on final approach.
- [NTSB ERA12WA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12WA089.md): Piper PA-28-236 · Mercedes, Argentina · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Nov 21, 2011 · PG-449 · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > On November 21, 2011, about 1320 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-28-236, Argentine Air Force designation PF-449, and a Cessna 152, Argentine registration LV-OOF, collided while on approach to Mercedes Airfield (MRD), Mercedes, Buenos Aires Province,…
- [NTSB WPR12CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA041.md): American Champion 8GCBC · Ashton, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 20, 2011 · N131PM · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s poor decision-making when he decided to land on a snowy grass airstrip, which resulted in an encounter with deep snow during the landing roll and a subsequent nose-over.
- [NTSB ERA12CA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA080.md): Beech V35 · Lusby, MD · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 20, 2011 · N9569Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain clearance from trees during a night approach.
- [NTSB ERA12CA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA078.md): Bray Verle G JR Kitfox IV 1200 · Bunn, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 20, 2011 · N6844B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not attain a proper touchdown point while attempting to land with a tailwind and delayed his decision to abort the landing.
- [NTSB CEN12LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA076.md): Cirrus Design SR20 · New Orleans, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 2011 · N211CD · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to detonation of the No.2 cylinder from a clogged fuel injector nozzle.
- [NTSB CEN12FA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA073.md): Skykits Savannah VGW · Plato Center, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 2011 · N61XT · Substantial damage
  > The noncertificated pilot’s decision to fly the airplane without receiving any flight instruction in the airplane, which resulted in his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during takeoff and the subsequent aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB WPR12LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA045.md): Stinson 108-1 · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 19, 2011 · N9016K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taxiing with a gusting crosswind.
- [NTSB ERA12LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA077.md): Ercoupe 415-C · Mulberry, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 19, 2011 · N99168 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff after recognizing the airplane’s poor performance during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the passenger’s injuries was the pilot’s failure to provide a briefing on the use of the lapbelt, which delayed the passenger’s…
- [NTSB ERA12CA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA079.md): Beech C-45G · Lyman, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 19, 2011 · N75Q · Substantial damage
  > The collapse of the right main landing gear during landing due to an encounter with soft terrain.
- [NTSB CEN12CA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA075.md): Globe GC-1B · Denver, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 19, 2011 · N80775 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a loose fuel line fitting.
- [NTSB WPR12FA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA044.md): Mooney M20M · Pomona, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 2011 · N741SB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient altitude to clear obstructions while maneuvering on the base leg of the traffic pattern for landing.
- [NTSB WPR12FA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA040.md): Cessna T337 · Casper, WY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 2011 · N357 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and airplane control while maneuvering in low visibility and icing conditions.
- [NTSB OPS12WA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OPS12WA150.md): Embraer EMB-145LR · Toronto, Canada · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Nov 18, 2011 · N620AE · No damage
  > On November 18, 2011, American Eagle (EGF) flight 4125, an EMB-145, landed on runway 24L at Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport (CYYZ) and exited the runway at taxiway D4 with instructions to hold short of runway 24R. EGF4125 subsequently crossed…
- [NTSB ERA12CA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA075.md): Bellanca 17-30A · Pine Mountain, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 18, 2011 · N39836 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA12FA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA074.md): Beech 95-C55 · Ulysses, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 2011 · N54552 · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of left engine power due to fuel starvation, and the pilot’s improper configuration of the fuel system during remedial actions, which resulted in fuel starvation of the right engine. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s incomplete…
- [NTSB ERA12CA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA076.md): Cessna A150M · Ormond Beach, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 17, 2011 · N9890J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
- [NTSB CEN12LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA071.md): Juve Richard G Zodiac CH601 HDS · Clinton, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 2011 · N274 · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent opening of the canopy during takeoff due to the improperly repaired forward canopy latch mechanism, which did not fully secure the canopy.
- [NTSB CEN12FA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA072.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Perryville, AR · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 17, 2011 · N7746W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control in flight.
- [NTSB CEN12LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA066.md): Piaggio Aero Industries P180 · Flint, MI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 16, 2011 · N168SL · Substantial damage
  > The captain's failure to maintain directional control during landing with one engine inoperative. Contributing to the accident was an improperly installed clevis pin in the left engine power lever, the crew’s delay in accurately identifying their heading, and…
- [NTSB WPR12LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA039.md): Williams Helicopter UH-1H · Grand Canyon, AZ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 2011 · N502AW · Substantial damage
  > The loss of main rotor power due to a main rotor transmission failure from a lack of lubrication.
- [NTSB WPR12CA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA043.md): American Champion 7GCAA · Baker, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 15, 2011 · N497AC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to perform an aborted landing.
- [NTSB CEN12LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA074.md): Beech S35 · Elkhart Lake, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 2011 · N5858S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB WPR12LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA036.md): Bell 206B · Woodburn, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 14, 2011 · N16HA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain ground clearance while maneuvering with an external load line.

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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") = 2011
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=3&year=2011

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