# NTSB investigations, 2002

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 DEN02LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN02LA036.md): Bell 206B-III · Leadville, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2002 · N997GM · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadvertent flight into adverse weather, which resulted in a collision with terrain. A contributing factor was the downdraft.
- [NTSB ATL02LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA073.md): Cessna 172P · Pensacola, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2002 · N64079 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind and his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land with a tailwind.
- [NTSB MIA02WA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02WA083.md): Cessna 402B · Nassau, Bahamas · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Apr 3, 2002 · N768WC · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX02LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA130.md): Cessna 172S · Palm Springs, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 2002 · N627SP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot lost directional control and collided with a runway edge light and taxiway sign.
- [NTSB LAX02LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA123.md): Cessna 152 · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 2002 · N48908 · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to an undetermined malfunction of the carburetor.
- [NTSB IAD02LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA041.md): Cessna U206F · Matinicus, ME · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 2002 · N1523U · Substantial damage
  > A partially blocked fuel metering unit inlet screen, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power. Also causal, was the operator's lack of inlet screen inspection procedures.
- [NTSB IAD02LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA040.md): Cessna T310R · Mount Holly, NJ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 2002 · N5079J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of distance, his subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing, and the failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB NYC02LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA080.md): Piper PA-28-151 · Belmar, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 2002 · N44636 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain runway alignment during landing. A factor in the accident was the winds.
- [NTSB MIA02LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA077.md): Cessna 150L · Lawrenceville, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 2002 · N6613G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing and during his subsequent attempt at a go around, resulting in collision with a tree and impact with the terrain.
- [NTSB MIA02LA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA076.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · Crescent City, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 2002 · N43615 · Substantial damage
  > Tfhe failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during takeoff roll, resulting in an excursion off the left side of the runway and collision with an adjacent hangar.
- [NTSB MIA02FA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02FA079.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Palm Bay, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 2002 · N91FK · Destroyed
  > The in-flight loss of control for undetermined reasons resulting in the in-flight collision with terrain.
- [NTSB IAD02LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA039.md): Boeing 747-400 · Atlantic Ocean (Atlantic Ocean) · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 2002 · G-BNLS · No damage
  > The airplane's encounter with turbulence, while climbing to an assigned altitude.
- [NTSB FTW02LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA110.md): Thornley Thornley 2000 · Granite Shoals, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 2, 2002 · N248JT · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a power line while maneuvering. Contributing factors were the pilot's diverted attention and the power lines.
- [NTSB WAS02WA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WAS02WA031.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Newport, United Kingdom · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Apr 1, 2002 · G-CWFC · Destroyed
- [NTSB MIA02FA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02FA075.md): McDonnell Douglas MD-11 · Charlotte, NC · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2002 · N809DE · Minor damage
  > The failure of the aircraft operator to comply with, in a timely manner, on the No. 2 engine, Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD11-71A086, resulting in the integrated drive generator feeder cable chaffing through a fire warning loop and failure of the fire…
- [NTSB LAX02LA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA121.md): Rotorway Exec 165F · Chandler, AZ · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2002 · N21901 · Substantial damage
  > The tail rotor drive system failure as a result of incorrect installation procedures by the manufacturer's personnel.
- [NTSB CHI02LA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA115.md): Cessna 551 · Lake in Hills, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2002 · N502CL · Substantial damage
  > The deer on the runway.
- [NTSB ATL02FA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02FA072.md): North American T-6-AT6D · Gainesville, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2002 · N7471C · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power following a supercharger bearing failure and subsequent collision with the ground while maneuvering for an emergency landing.
- [NTSB SEA02LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA062.md): Stadden Flybaby · Buhl, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 2002 · N1432 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to return the carburetor heat to the OFF (cold) position prior to applying full power following a touch and go landing, which resulted in poor climb performance and the subsequent impact with a fence and collision with the ground. A…
- [NTSB NYC02LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA079.md): Maule M-5-180C · Bennington, VT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 2002 · N711JR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB CHI02LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA106.md): Piper PA-28-235 · Fulton, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 2002 · N9060W · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to excessive clearance of the connecting rod bearing resulting in engine seizure. A related factor was the muddy field.
- [NTSB CHI02LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA099.md): Piper PA-46-310P · South St. Paul, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 2002 · N9103Q · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to an electrical short of the P-lead, and loose fuel line connection as a result of improper maintenance.
- [NTSB ATL02LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA071.md): Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 20-A1 · Naples, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 2002 · N122SE · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ATL02FA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02FA069.md): Piper PA-34-200T · Apex, NC · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 31, 2002 · N2BX · Destroyed
  > The pilot experienced spatial disorientation that resulted in the loss of control and the overload failure of the airframe. A factor was low visibility and ceilings.
- [NTSB LAX02LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA122.md): Piper PA-22-160 · Vacaville, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 2002 · N8158D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB LAX02FA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02FA120.md): Piper J3F-65 · Parker, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 2002 · N40770 · Destroyed
  > The failure of the student to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed following liftoff, which resulted in a stall/mush condition. Also causal was the certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight and failure to take timely remedial…
- [NTSB FTW02LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA108.md): Mooney M20F · Grapeland, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 2002 · N9530M · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the #2 connecting rod cap separating from the connecting rod. A contributing factor was the limited forward visibility due to oil on the windscreen.
- [NTSB ATL02LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA070.md): Cessna 210 · Naples, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 2002 · N1844F · Substantial damage
  > Total loss of engine power due to improper maintenance by company maintenance personnel which allowed the mixture control linkage to disconnect in flight which resulted in an emergency descent to landing into unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB LAX02TA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02TA118.md): Bell OH-58A · Chico, CA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Mar 29, 2002 · N487BC · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Factors in the accident were the pilot's misjudged flare resulting in a hard landing and the lack of recent experience in emergency procedures by the pilot.
- [NTSB LAX02LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA119.md): Robinson R22 Beta · North Las Vegas, NV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 29, 2002 · N7040C · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the flight instructor to properly judge the landing flare and add adequate cyclic, resulting in a hard landing which collapsed the left skid. The wind gusts were a factor.
- [NTSB FTW02FA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02FA106.md): Beech D35 · Nacogdoches, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 29, 2002 · N2966B · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the engine driven fuel pump drive pin resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing factors were inadequate maintenance, the pilot's inadequate use of the manual auxillary fuel pump (wobble pump), and the night conditions.
- [NTSB CHI02LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA098.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Russell, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 29, 2002 · N6156D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane during the back-taxi. Additional factors were the tailwind and the wind gust.
- [NTSB ANC02LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02LA026.md): Interstate S-1B1 · Big Lake, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 29, 2002 · N48027 · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the exhaust system stack from the heat exchanger. A factor associated with the accident was an engine compartment fire.
- [NTSB WAS02WA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WAS02WA030.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Ramstein, Germany · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Mar 28, 2002 · D-ENEC · Destroyed
- [NTSB WAS02WA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WAS02WA029.md): Cessna 340A · Chitre, Panama · Accident · Minor injuries · Foreign investigation · Mar 28, 2002 · HP-1333AL · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA02LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA061.md): Piper PA-22 · Friday Harbor, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N1810P · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the brake system during the landing roll. An intentional ground loop and a dirt bank were factors.
- [NTSB SEA02FA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02FA060.md): Boeing S-307 · Seattle, WA · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N19903 · Substantial damage
  > Loss of all engine power due to fuel exhaustion that resulted from the flight crew's failure to accurately determine onboard fuel during the pre-flight inspection. A factor contributing to the accident was a lack of adequate crew communication regarding the…
- [NTSB NYC02LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA078.md): Cessna 150M · Salisbury Ctr, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N3006V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to ask for help which led to a power loss due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB NYC02LA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA077.md): Piper J4A · Cincinnati, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N27838 · Substantial damage
  > The maintenance technician's failure to properly adjust the carburetor float. Factors were the unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB FTW02LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA107.md): Grumman-Schweizer G-164B · Ferriday, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N8498K · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the number three cylinder exhaust rocker arm, resulting in a total loss of engine power. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB FTW02LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA105.md): Cessna 210-M · Buena Vista, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N29795 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's encounter with adverse weather. A factor was the unexpected downdraft after takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL02LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA068.md): Cessna 152 · Melbourne, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N5530Q · Substantial damage
  > The students pilot's failure to perform a go-around after a bounced landing condition that resulted in the on-ground collision with a ditch.
- [NTSB ATL02LA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA067.md): Aerospatiale AS315B · Hortense, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N49525 · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the engine to main transmission drive shaft due to improper installation by company maintenance personnel. A factor were the trees.
- [NTSB ANC02LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02LA027.md): Piper PA-18 · Chickaloon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2002 · N5408Y · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate supervision of the student pilot by the instructor. Factors associated with the accident are the snow-covered runway and the loss of directional control by the student pilot.
- [NTSB NYC02LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA075.md): Robinson R-22 · Mount Vernon, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 2002 · N961CL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB NYC02IA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02IA076.md): Embraer EMB-145LR · Jefferson, NY · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 2002 · N290SK · Minor damage
  > An in-flight encounter with lightning, which severed two of the four elevator cables.
- [NTSB LAX02LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA117.md): Beech A35 · Rio Linda, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 2002 · N8428A · Substantial damage
  > the loss of engine power as a result of fuel starvation due to the pilot's inadequate fuel system management and failure to follow procedures and directives in the Pilot Operating Handbook listed by the manufacturer.
- [NTSB FTW02LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA104.md): Hughes 269A-1 · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 2002 · N8942F · Substantial damage
  > the flight instructor's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while hovering. Contributing factors were the tailwind and gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB FTW02LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA103.md): Cessna 152 · Belen, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 2002 · N6595L · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a fence. Contributing factors were the tailwind, high density altitude, and the pilot's selection of a downwind runway for takeoff.
- [NTSB MIA02LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA074.md): Robinson R-22 · Coral Springs, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 26, 2002 · N7187J · Substantial damage
  > The instructor's too high flare during an autorotational landing, resulting in a hard touchdown and rollover. Factors contributing to the accident were the instructor's nonperformance of a preflight brief concerning procedures and techniques for a simulated…

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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") = 2002
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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