# NTSB investigations

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 CEN12LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA056.md): Cessna 182K · Branson West, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 2011 · N2893R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to ensure that his seat was in a locked position before takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding rearward and the subsequent loss of directional control.
- [NTSB ANC12FA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12FA006.md): Eurocopter AS 350 B2 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 2011 · N165EH · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of control due to sudden medical impairment or incapacitation.
- [NTSB ERA12FA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA052.md): Interplane S R O Skyboy · Miami, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 2011 · N58784 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while flying at low speed, which resulted in a subsequent aerodynamic stall, spin, and impact with terrain. Contributing to the outcome of the accident was the pilot’s decision to operate the airplane…
- [NTSB CEN12LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA049.md): Brochetti Louis Pietenpol Aircamper · Vienna, OH · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 2011 · N486LB · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during climb after takeoff due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB WPR12LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA023.md): Cessna 185 · Prineville, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 28, 2011 · N520YH · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, which resulted from the pilot inadvertently leaving the fuel selector set to the left tank. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s deviation from his normal habit pattern and his failure to refer to…
- [NTSB ERA12CA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA053.md): Cessna 172F · Smoketown, PA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 28, 2011 · N5613R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain a proper approach path, which resulted in a collision with a tree.
- [NTSB DCA12WA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA12WA010.md): Boeing 777 - 200 · Nani, Kenya · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Oct 28, 2011 · A7-BBD · No damage
  > On October 28, 2011 about 1544 hours UTC, a Boeing 777-200LR, registration number A7-BBD, operated by Qatar Airways, encountered inflight turbulence, during cruise flight near Nani, Kenya. A cabin crew member received serious injuries. The flight originated…
- [NTSB CEN12WA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12WA046.md): Piper PA-31T · Toulouse, France · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Oct 28, 2011 · OE-FKG · Substantial damage
  > Under the jurisdiction and control of the French government.
- [NTSB WPR12LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA022.md): Mcdonnell Douglas 500D · Colusa, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 2011 · N61PJ · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power while maneuvering at low altitude for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examinations did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident severity was the…
- [NTSB WPR12FA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA021.md): Cessna 182R · Lexington, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 2011 · N6545E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain situational awareness and terrain clearance on a dark night during the approach to landing.
- [NTSB ANC12WA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12WA007.md): Vancouver, Canada · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Oct 27, 2011 · Substantial damage
  > On October 27, 2011, about 1600 pacific daylight time, a Beechcraft King Air 100, C-GXRX, operated by Northern Thunderbird Air, Inc. as a non-scheduled passenger flight, collided with terrain while attempting to land at the Vancouver International Airport,…
- [NTSB CEN12FA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA043.md): Hawker Beechcraft 76 · Fort Worth, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 26, 2011 · N6018U · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's failure to maintain airspeed above the air minimum control airspeed (Vmca), which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the instructor's failure to follow published procedures to…
- [NTSB WPR12FA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA020.md): Piper PA-44-180 · St. Paul, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 25, 2011 · N3062H · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The pilot was unable to see the other aircraft to avoid a collision.
- [NTSB CEN12CA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA045.md): Engineering & Research 415-C · Lebanon, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 25, 2011 · N93415 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ERA12CA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA050.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · McAlpin, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2011 · N3169C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of the airplane's distance from known transmission lines.
- [NTSB DCA12WA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA12WA007.md): Boeing 737 - 800 · Faro, Portugal · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Oct 24, 2011 · EI-DPA · Substantial damage
  > TheAir AccidentInvestigation Unit (AAIU) ofIrelandhas notified the NTSB of an accidentinvolving a B737-8AS that occurred on October 20, 2011. The NTSBhas appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AAIU investigationunder the provisions of ICAO…
- [NTSB CEN12FA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA037.md): Cirrus Design SR22T · Carrollton, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 24, 2011 · N227TX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately preflight the airplane prior to departure, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB CEN12CA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA042.md): Piper PA-18-150 · West Fargo, ND · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2011 · N7949 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive use of brakes during the landing roll before the tailwheel had made sustained contact with the runway.
- [NTSB CEN12CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA041.md): Diamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Pueblo, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2011 · N942DA · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor’s delayed remedial action. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's failure to maintain control prior to the landing.
- [NTSB ERA12LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA048.md): Beech C23 · Columbia, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2011 · N89MH · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA12FA021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA021.md): Elkind Bruce Cozy MK IV · Lexington, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2011 · N795DB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB ERA12CA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA047.md): Piper PA-18-135 · Dyersburg, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 23, 2011 · N27295 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent excessive braking during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ENG12IA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ENG12IA004.md): Bombardier CL600 2C10 · Atlanta, GA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2011 · N751EV · No damage
  > The Start Operability Bleed Valve (OBV) fuel return adapter-fitting fractured and separated in cyclic fatigue, which allowed fuel to spill onto a hot engine case that ignited the undercowl fire. The OBV fuel adapter-fitting was dropped and the damage reduced…
- [NTSB ENG12IA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ENG12IA003.md): Boeing 747-451 · Detroit, MI · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 23, 2011 · N661US · Minor damage
  > The penetration of turbine blade fragments through the rear turbine case, which punctured the No. 4 bearing oil pressure supply tube, allowing misted oil to contact the hot engine case and ignite the undercowl fire. Contributing to the incident was the…
- [NTSB CEN12WA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12WA040.md): Cessna 210G · Veracruz, Mexico · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Oct 23, 2011 · N5894F · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CEN12CA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA036.md): Cessna 210J · West Chicago, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 23, 2011 · N3309S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before touchdown due to his failure to use a checklist.
- [NTSB ERA12FA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA018.md): Berger Michael A Waiex · Washington, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2011 · N75654 · Substantial damage
  > The in-flight failure of the aircraft’s Y-tail attachment structure during maneuvering flight due to overload. Contributing to the accident was, the kit manufacturer’s use of 14 CFR Part 23, Appendix A design guidelines intended for a conventional tail…
- [NTSB ERA12CA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA019.md): Aeronca 7AC · Manassas, VA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 22, 2011 · N4300E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain adequate airspeed while turning to the downwind leg, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin.
- [NTSB ANC12CA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12CA005.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Portage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 22, 2011 · N82481 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB ANC12CA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12CA004.md): Bellanca 7GCBC · Aniak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 22, 2011 · N11668 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive use of brakes during landing.
- [NTSB WPR12LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA015.md): Piper PA46R · Paso Robles, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 21, 2011 · N422HP · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power while maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB CEN12CA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA035.md): Houts Avid Mark IV · Hibbing, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 21, 2011 · N43280 · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of a hose clamp, which resulted in an oil line rupture and subsequent loss of engine oil pressure.
- [NTSB WPR12WA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12WA186.md): Piper PA-34-220T · Karachi, Pakistan · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Oct 20, 2011 · AP_BDK · Substantial damage
  > On October 20, 2011, at 1138 local time, a Piper PA-34-220T, Pakistan registry AP-BDK, was substantially damaged during a forced landing following a dual engine failure while in cruise flight. The aircraft was operated by M/S Schon Air Limited of Karachi,…
- [NTSB ERA12CA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA044.md): Boeing 767-2B7 · New York, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 20, 2011 · N253AY · No damage
  > The passenger's lack of compliance with the illuminated seatbelt sign, which resulted in her injury during a turbulence encounter.
- [NTSB CEN12CA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA044.md): Aviat A-1 · Wolverton, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 20, 2011 · N93HU · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent excessive braking during the landing roll due to momentary pain.
- [NTSB WPR12CA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA016.md): Beech D17S · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 18, 2011 · N44562 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear.
- [NTSB ERA12LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA045.md): Graff Wilbur C Bearhawk · Woodrow, WV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2011 · N5456C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ERA12CA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA042.md): Moyes Bailey Dragonfly · Massey, MD · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 18, 2011 · N103ST · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain airspeed during approach to landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB CEN12CA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA028.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Brookings, SD · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 18, 2011 · N8485D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions while landing.
- [NTSB ERA12LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA034.md): Diamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Newnan, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N828MA · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA12LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12LA033.md): Cessna R172K · Williamsburg, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N758GY · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB ERA12FA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA030.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Danbury, CT · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N438CP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain clearance from a lighted tower during final approach in night visual conditions.
- [NTSB ERA12CA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA043.md): Fehlner-Shelton Aerosport Scamp WTB1 · Grantham, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N25WS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate clearance from unmarked power lines while on approach to land at a private airport.
- [NTSB ERA12CA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA036.md): Cessna 172F · Atlanta, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N5419R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB ERA12CA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA035.md): American Champion 7AC · Berkley, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N3662E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain clearance from a tree during the final approach in solar glare conditions.
- [NTSB DCA12WA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA12WA005.md): Boeing 777 · Putong, China · Accident · Serious injuries · Foreign investigation · Oct 17, 2011 · 9V-SYH · No damage
  > On October 17, 2011, a Singapore Airlines B777-300, Singapore registration 9V-SYH, operating as a passenger flight between Shanghai, China and Singapore, encountered turbulence while in cruise flight about 10nm east of waypoint KARAN. One passenger was…
- [NTSB CEN12FA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA025.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Watertown, WI · Accident · No injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N300KR · Substantial damage
  > The separation of the number 2 connecting rod from the crankshaft for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident metallurgical examination, which ultimately resulted in a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN12CA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA030.md): Cessna 172N · Covington, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 17, 2011 · N2401E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a banner drop, resulting in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB WPR12FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA012.md): Beech E33 · Daggett, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 16, 2011 · N7011N · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the separation of a connecting rod, and the pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during a sudden maneuver to avoid power lines during the descent, which resulted in an unrecoverable aerodynamic stall and subsequent spin.…
- [NTSB WPR12CA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA014.md): Czech Aircraft Works Spol Sro Sportcruiser · Las Vegas, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 16, 2011 · N999VS · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent opening of the airplane’s canopy during takeoff, which distracted the pilot and resulted in his failure to maintain control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to comply with the manufacturer's recommended…

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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
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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