# NTSB investigations, KY

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 ERA13CA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13CA107.md): Brewer James M KR2 · Bear Branch, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jan 7, 2013 · N216CB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the fuel exhaustion was the pilot’s lack of knowledge about the airplane’s total fuel capacity and fuel quantity instrumentation.
- [NTSB ERA13LA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13LA058.md): Cessna 172RG · Lexington, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 2012 · N9985B · Substantial damage
  > The rupture of the landing gear’s hydraulic pressure hose, which resulted in the depletion of all of the hydraulic fluid, and the inability of the landing gear to raise or lower. Contributing to the accident was the installation of an unapproved hydraulic…
- [NTSB ERA12CA579](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA579.md): Cessna 172P · Richmond, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 25, 2012 · N53720 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing, and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student.
- [NTSB ERA12LA575](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA575.md): Cessna 182Q · Fort Thomas, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 2012 · N735FJ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to periodically add engine power during an extended descent in carburetor icing conditions, which resulted in insufficient carburetor heat, the gradual build-up of carburetor ice, and the subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA12CA547](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA547.md): Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecna P92 Tail Dragger · Elizabethtown, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2012 · N237TA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the tailwheel-equipped airplane during a takeoff in gusty crosswind conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off in gusty wind conditions associated with approaching…
- [NTSB ERA12CA546](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA546.md): Cessna 172M · Bardstown, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 30, 2012 · N21214 · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's decision to turn the fuel selector to the off position and his delayed remedial actions to restart the engine, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB ERA12CA516](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA516.md): Beech A23-19 · West Liberty, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 19, 2012 · N4746J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to abort a takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA12CA462](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA462.md): Infinity Infinity 2003 · Wilmore, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 16, 2012 · N5627G · Substantial damage
  > A loss of lift on initial climb for unreported reasons, which resulted in a collision with trees and the ground.
- [NTSB ERA12CA392](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA392.md): Bowles Chris Kitfox 5 · Owenton, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2012 · N903XC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain the proper airspeed during takeoff, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action, which resulted in a loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's lack of previous experience in the…
- [NTSB ERA12CA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA323.md): Beech A36 · Paducah, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 8, 2012 · N1819L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to properly secure the airplane before turning the propeller by hand.
- [NTSB ERA12LA294](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA294.md): Cessna 172R · Richmond, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2012 · N28BC · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s failure to supervise the student’s preflight inspection, his inadequate fuel management and preflight and in-flight fuel planning, and the operator’s…
- [NTSB ERA12FA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA280.md): Manzitto Michael A Mwlancair 235 · Hudson, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 14, 2012 · N235MW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with known electrical system problems, which resulted in the in-flight failure of the electrical wiring interconnect system, loss of electrical power, and subsequent fuel starvation and loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA12CA277](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA277.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Georgetown, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 10, 2012 · N9518J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane after engine start.
- [NTSB ERA12FA262](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA262.md): Beech 58 · Calhoun, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 1, 2012 · N9448Q · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain airplane control after experiencing a loss of power from the left engine due to water contamination of the fuel system. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane and…
- [NTSB ERA12LA224](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA224.md): Cessna T210J · Rabbit Hash, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2012 · N2275R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight and in-flight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB ERA11FA512](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA512.md): Heronimus Kevin A Glasair III · Falls of Rough, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 30, 2011 · N43KH · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the propeller power speed reduction unit, which resulted in a loss of engine power at low altitude.
- [NTSB ERA11LA454](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA454.md): Diamond Aircraft Ind DA 40 · Hodgenville, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 2011 · N316MA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate takeoff performance planning, which resulted in collision with an obstacle during takeoff from a turf runway that was not long enough for the given conditions.
- [NTSB ERA11CA453](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA453.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D · West Liberty, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 13, 2011 · N5080M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA11LA444](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA444.md): Hodges Samuel J RV-7A · Paducah, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 2011 · N462WP · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA11LA418](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA418.md): Floyd Joseph B RV6 · Hartford, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 2011 · N164BF · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination as a result of the pilot/owner's inadequate maintenance of the airplane's fuel system, which resulted in blockage of the fuel lines and filters.
- [NTSB ERA11LA411](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA411.md): Cessna 150M · Elizabethtown, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 2011 · N8576U · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA11LA386](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA386.md): Piper PA-32R-301 · Louisville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 2, 2011 · N8319N · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a landing gear collapse.
- [NTSB ERA11CA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA313.md): Cessna 150M · Greenville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 20, 2011 · N68844 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control during takeoff after he reached to secure a seatbelt that was wedged in the passenger door.
- [NTSB ERA11FA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11FA218.md): Cessna 310R · Pikeville, KY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 30, 2011 · N1914G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's flight below the published minimum descent altitude in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees and the ground. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's use of nighttime cold medication at doses above…
- [NTSB ERA11LA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11LA083.md): Bell 206B · Isom, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2010 · N263CH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a known wire hazard during an aerial observation flight.
- [NTSB OPS11IA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OPS11IA173.md): Boeing 737-832 · Covington, KY · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 9, 2010 · N3731T · 2 aircraft · No damage
  > The local controller's distraction with a helicopter south of the field.
- [NTSB ERA11CA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA047.md): Cessna 177RG · Bedford, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 28, 2010 · N33224 · Substantial damage
  > The mechanic's failure to properly secure a fuel line when it was reinstalled during an engine inspection.
- [NTSB ERA11CA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA013.md): Piper PA28 · Louisville, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2010 · N57302 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA11CA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA007.md): Aeronca 11AC · Taylorsville, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 4, 2010 · N85888 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an unmarked power line during the final approach to land.
- [NTSB ERA10CA491](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA491.md): Mooney M20J · Hazard, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 15, 2010 · N1156U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fuel pump while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s diverted attention.
- [NTSB ERA10LA449](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA449.md): Champion Aeronca 7HC · Louisville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 2010 · N8919R · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel system contamination resulting in damage to the carburetor float.
- [NTSB ERA10CA420](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA420.md): Cessna 150A · West Liberty, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 14, 2010 · N7023X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature turn toward trees during the initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's high gross weight and density altitude that precluded a normal takeoff and climb.
- [NTSB ERA10LA348](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA348.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Marion, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 2010 · N857PM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power lines during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB ERA10CA353](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA353.md): Lawwill Ted Zodiac 601XL · Waddy, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 29, 2010 · N601LP · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10CA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA313.md): Grumman Acft ENG Cor-Schweizer G-164B · Mayfield, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 16, 2010 · N6780K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, resulting in a nose-over.
- [NTSB ERA10CA310](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA310.md): Cessna 170 · Campbellsville, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 13, 2010 · N4273V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during an aborted landing.
- [NTSB ERA10CA270](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA270.md): Healy RAF 2000 · Hopkinsville, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 17, 2010 · N397MK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s overcompensation for gusting wind conditions during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a loss of control.
- [NTSB ERA10FA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10FA246.md): Beech 58 · Bear Branch, KY · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 2010 · N1856S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, his continued flight into adverse weather (icing conditions), and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during the emergency descent.
- [NTSB ERA10IA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10IA254.md): Piper PA 46-350P · Owensboro, KY · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 2010 · N46PT · Minor damage
  > A failure of the pilot's side window due to undetected cracking around the lower aft portion of the storm window cutout.
- [NTSB ERA10CA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA214.md): Piper PA28 · Louisville, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 7, 2010 · N4247T · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management.
- [NTSB ERA10LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA204.md): Mitsubishi MU-2B-26A · Princeton, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 2010 · N29WD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll for undetermined reasons, resulting in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA10CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA173.md): Diamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Mount Sterling, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 6, 2010 · N365DC · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go.
- [NTSB ERA10FA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10FA148.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Springfield, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 23, 2010 · N7778W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, and the pilot's impairment due to alcohol. Contributing to the accident was the Federal Aviation Administration's failure to adequately oversee…
- [NTSB ERA10LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA103.md): Fairchild SA227 · Somerset, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 2, 2010 · N227ML · Substantial damage
  > Damaged wiring in the nosewheel steering harness, which resulted in a loss of control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilots' improper touchdown point.
- [NTSB ERA10LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA102.md): Davis Michael J Longez · Dexter, KY · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 25, 2009 · N499CM · Destroyed
  > The loss of engine power due to the chaffing and grounding of the single magneto's ignition lead.
- [NTSB ERA10IA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10IA095.md): Beech 58 · Lexington, KY · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 2009 · N391MC · Minor damage
  > The overstress failure of the nose landing gear aft drag brace.
- [NTSB ERA10CA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA065.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Georgetown, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 14, 2009 · N2374 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the surface during lateral hover, which resulted in dynamic rollover.
- [NTSB ERA10CA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA033.md): Elkins Christen Eagle II · Athens, KY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 25, 2009 · N78E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper liftoff, resulting in a collision with the ground during climbout.
- [NTSB ERA10LA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA005.md): Cessna 210 · Louisville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 4, 2009 · N9443T · Substantial damage
  > A malfunction of the landing gear extension system due to a fractured hydraulic line. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection and maintenance of the hydraulic line.
- [NTSB DCA09CA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA09CA069.md): Bombardier CL-600-2B19 · Louisville, KY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 4, 2009 · N8543F · Minor damage
  > an inadvertent encounter with convective turbulence.

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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 c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'KY' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?page=4&state=KY

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