# NTSB investigations, 2003

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 LAX03LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA086.md): Bellanca 14-19-2 · Oceano, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 8, 2003 · N7686B · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
- [NTSB DEN03LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA042.md): Beech C23 · Pagosa Springs, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 8, 2003 · N6555R · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight. Contributing factors were the student pilot's improper flare, the instructor's inadequate remedial actions, and terrain conditions.
- [NTSB ATL03LA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA042.md): Cessna 182 · LaFayette, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 8, 2003 · N1415C · Substantial damage
  > In flight loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA03WA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03WA059.md): Piper PA-60 · Cajamarca, Colombia · Accident · 5 fatal · Foreign investigation · Feb 7, 2003 · HK3645P · Destroyed
- [NTSB DEN03LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA041.md): Aerospatiale AS-350BII · Vernal, UT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 7, 2003 · CFLHA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate planning resulting in his inattentiveness of the attached longline. Contributing factors were the entanglement of the longline in the tail rotor, failure of the tail rotor drive shaft, and subsequent inability of the pilot to control…
- [NTSB IAD03LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD03LA031.md): Robinson R-44 · Russellville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 6, 2003 · N7184M · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice.
- [NTSB ATL03FA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03FA041.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Florence, SC · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 6, 2003 · N5587P · Destroyed
  > The pilot experienced spatial disorientation, which resulted in a loss of control and the subsequent collision with the ground. A factors was dark night and clouds.
- [NTSB LAX03LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA084.md): Cobb International Rotorway Exec 90 · Casa Grande, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 5, 2003 · N9876D · Substantial damage
  > the flight instructor's failure to maintain directional control of the helicopter during the flare and landing. Factors in the accident were the failure of the secondary drive shaft and inadequate tail rotor failure procedures specified by the manufacturer.
- [NTSB FTW03FA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03FA093.md): Cessna T210N · Mission, TX · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 5, 2003 · N4945Y · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control, which resulted in his exceeding the airplane's design limitation. Contributing factors were the pilot's decision to fly the airplane with known deficiencies with the attitude indicator, and the failure of the…
- [NTSB CHI03LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA064.md): Piper PA-24-180 · Halstead, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 5, 2003 · N5681P · Substantial damage
  > Failure by the flight crew to execute an aborted takeoff when acceleration degraded and the improper soft field takeoff procedure as flown by the private pilot. Contributing factors were inadequate supervision by the flight instructor and the tailwind…
- [NTSB CHI03IA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03IA066.md): Bombardier BD 100-1A10 · Wichita, KS · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Feb 5, 2003 · C-GJCV · No damage
  > The uninterrupted current overload of the cabin outlet system static inverter leading to ignition and sustained fire. The cause of the initiating overload condition could not be determined. Contributing factors were the lack of adequate current overload…
- [NTSB SEA03LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA034.md): Beech E18S · Burlington, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 4, 2003 · N48K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately remove ice/frost from the aircraft and to maintain airspeed during the initial climb after takeoff. An inadequate preflight was a factor.
- [NTSB NYC03WA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03WA049.md): Cessna 188B · Badger, Nfld, Canada · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Feb 4, 2003 · N6606Q · Substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX03LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA082.md): Beech F35 · Middletown, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 4, 2003 · N3361C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain an adequate takeoff airspeed and failure to abort the takeoff when the lack of acceleration was apparent.
- [NTSB FTW03LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA094.md): Cessna 210L · Morrilton, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 4, 2003 · N22432 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the main landing gear to extend and lock, as a result of a hydraulic fluid leak caused by a chaffed and ruptured flex line.
- [NTSB IAD03LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD03LA030.md): Young Challenger II · Huntington, WV · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 2003 · N851MY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to switch off the ignition on approach and not attaining the proper touchdown point.
- [NTSB FTW03LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA092.md): Mooney M20J · New Orleans, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 2003 · N658FT · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power as a result of the separation of the magneto assembly due to inadequate maintenance by unknown personnel. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI03LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA065.md): Cessna 172F · Waskish, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 2003 · N8112U · Substantial damage
  > The inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot. Contributing factors were the snow covered takeoff area and the tailwind.
- [NTSB SEA03LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA032.md): Cessna 180 B · Klamath Falls, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 2, 2003 · N59180 · Substantial damage
  > Failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions while landing.
- [NTSB ATL03LA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA040.md): Beech A24R · Titusville, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 2, 2003 · N9769L · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The pilot's failure to attain full power for takeoff in accordance with the operation handbook was a factor.
- [NTSB SEA03WA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03WA033.md): Boeing 737-400 · Vancouver, BC, Canada · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Feb 1, 2003 · N764AS · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA03LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA035.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Prosser, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N75392 · Substantial damage
  > Improper flare while landing. Factors include rough uneven terrain.
- [NTSB LAX03LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA081.md): Pitts S-2B · Long Beach, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N300PS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive pull up, which resulted in a failure to obtain/maintain flying speed and a subsequent stall/mush.
- [NTSB LAX03LA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA080.md): Beech S-35 · Quartzsite, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N6106V · Substantial damage
  > The driver of the vehicle did not stop prior to crossing the airstrip as directed by airstrip signage.
- [NTSB LAX03LA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA079.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Tehachapi, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N6087W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance above the surrounding terrain, and his evasive maneuver to avoid a perceived object. A factor in the accident was the dark night.
- [NTSB FTW03LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA091.md): Gilbertson Zodiac CH601HDS · Grandfield, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N474BG · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the unfavorable wind.
- [NTSB CHI03LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA063.md): Beech A36 · Grand Rapids, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N5677X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control which resulted in the overload of the aircraft. Spatial disorientation, an inoperative turn coordinator, and the pilot's misinterpretation of the flight instruments were contributing factors.
- [NTSB ATL03LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA039.md): Robinson R22 · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N528EE · Substantial damage
  > The private pilots improper use of flight controls during a run on landing resulting in a roll over.
- [NTSB ANC03LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC03LA025.md): Cessna 150 · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2003 · N704JB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed application of the airplane brakes resulting in an overrun during the landing roll, and subsequent collision with a snowbank. A contributing factor in the accident was icy runway conditions.
- [NTSB MIA03FA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03FA050.md): Extra Flugzeugbau EA300/L · Golden Gate, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2003 · N33KL · Destroyed
  > The airplane's entry into a near vertical descent for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a collision with terrain during the resultant descent.
- [NTSB LAX03FA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03FA078.md): Beech D95A · Lancaster, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2003 · N5639S · Destroyed
  > a loss of aircraft control due to the instructor pilot's incapacitation by seizure activity as a result of his undiagnosed cancer, and his use of a medication that can increase seizure risk.
- [NTSB FTW03LA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA096.md): Cessna 182F · Wildorado, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2003 · N3535Y · Substantial damage
  > The airplane collided with an animal that wandered onto the runway. A contributing factor was sun glare impairing the pilot's view on final approach.
- [NTSB CHI03LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA062.md): Bell 206L-1 · West Plains, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2003 · N27AE · Substantial damage
  > The excessive descent rate that required an abrupt flare, resulting in the main rotor severing the tailboom.
- [NTSB CHI03LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA061.md): Cessna 172 · Lakeville, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2003 · N670CS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate removal of ice and snow during the airplane preflight, and the subsequent loss of control due to the airplane being covered with ice.
- [NTSB ATL03LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA038.md): Beech 200 · Jackson, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 31, 2003 · N208F · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the landing gear system for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DEN03FA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03FA040.md): Beech V35B · Rock Springs, WY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 30, 2003 · N935V · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in a stall. Factors contributing to the accident were the icing conditions, low altitude, and the high gusting winds.
- [NTSB ANC03LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC03LA030.md): Cessna 208B · Russian Mission, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 30, 2003 · N1276P · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to use a tail stand while loading passengers, which resulted in the airplane's tail impacting the ground.
- [NTSB DEN03LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA039.md): Cessna 172M · Logan, NM · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 29, 2003 · N64312 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, his failure to accomplish appropriate checklist items during the go-around, and his failure to maintain clearance from the trees and the lamp post. Factors contributing to the accident were the low altitude,…
- [NTSB CHI03FA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03FA060.md): Agusta A109C · West Chicago, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 29, 2003 · N109MX · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering, resulting in the excessive descent rate and impact with terrain. Factors to the accident included the dark night, low ceiling and reduced visibility at the time of the accident.
- [NTSB SEA03LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA031.md): Cessna 152 · Ellensburg, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 28, 2003 · N48769 · Substantial damage
  > Aircraft control was not maintained during the landing roll. A tailwind and a snow bank were factors.
- [NTSB NYC03LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA046.md): Mitsubishi MU-2B-60 · Cleveland, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 28, 2003 · N941MA · Minor damage
  > the bank couriers inadequate visual lookout, as he approached an airplane with operating engines. A factor was the lack of guidance and training from the bank, for working around airplanes with operating engines.
- [NTSB MIA03LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03LA049.md): Mooney M20K · Myrtle Beach, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 28, 2003 · N231NT · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA03LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03LA048.md): Cessna 172F · Jacksonville, FL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 28, 2003 · N5602R · Substantial damage
  > a total loss of engine power due to the failure the oil filter because of over-pressurization, resulting in damage to the airplane during the subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX03FA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03FA076.md): Piper PA-60-601P · Scottsdale, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 27, 2003 · N3636Q · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate altitude clearance from mountainous terrain. Contributing factors were dark night conditions, mountainous terrain, and the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB NYC03LA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA044.md): Luscombe 8F · Newport, ME · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 26, 2003 · N1484B · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue failure of a the cylinder wall.
- [NTSB NYC03FA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03FA043.md): Beech V35B · Delaware City, DE · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 26, 2003 · N6432X · Substantial damage
  > The mechanic's improper engine overhaul. A factor was the night condition.
- [NTSB MIA03FA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03FA046.md): Cessna M337B (O-2A) · Fernandina Bch, FL · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jan 26, 2003 · N52513 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent collision with the ocean.
- [NTSB MIA03CA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA03CA053.md): Cessna 182R · Everglades City, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 26, 2003 · N9973H · Substantial damage
  > student pilot's improper use of the brakes at the landing touchdown which caused the left main landing gear tire to burst, resulting in the student and certified flight instructor pilots not being able to maintain control of the airplane, and the subsequent…
- [NTSB DEN03LA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA037.md): Rothrock Cozy Mark IV · Erie, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 26, 2003 · N320FR · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Contributing factors were the high crosswinds and the gusts.
- [NTSB DCA03WA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA03WA027.md): Boeing 737-2M9 · Rio Branco, Brazil · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Jan 26, 2003 · PP-SPJ · Substantial damage

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?year=2003&page=40

## 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") = 2003
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=39&year=2003

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