# 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 ERA10LA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA019.md): Robinson R44 · La Belle, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 15, 2009 · N3038W · Substantial damage
  > The loss of main rotor rpm due to the failure of one or more of the drive belts for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN10WA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10WA016.md): Eurocopter EC120B · San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Oct 15, 2009 · N871SA · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CEN10LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA014.md): Cessna T210L · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 2009 · N211LC · Substantial damage
  > The mechanic's failure to find and repair a leaking main landing gear hydraulic line during an annual inspection.
- [NTSB CEN10FA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10FA019.md): Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Tahlequah, OK · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 2009 · N3234G · Destroyed
  > The pilot's impairment due to recent heavy use of methamphetamine, recent use of a narcotic pain reliever, and fatigue. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of instrument experience and training.
- [NTSB ANC10FA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10FA004.md): Cessna A185E · Healy, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 14, 2009 · N2764J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to maneuver at a low altitude over rising terrain in conditions conducive to turbulence/downdrafts, resulting in a loss of control and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR10FA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA018.md): Cessna 182 · Pryor, MT · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 13, 2009 · N6202A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to continue flight into an area of low ceilings and low visibility and his failure to maintain clearance from terrain.
- [NTSB ERA10CA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA016.md): Piper PA28 · Meadville, PA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 13, 2009 · N8886E · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel planning.
- [NTSB WPR10TA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10TA016.md): MD Helicopter 600 · San Diego, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Oct 12, 2009 · N613BP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm during an autorotation, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB WPR10FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA012.md): Mcdonnell Douglas Heli 369FF · Fossil, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 12, 2009 · N527SH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a power pole to which he was connecting wire-pulling ropes.
- [NTSB WPR10CA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA017.md): Cessna 182F · Elko, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 12, 2009 · N3567Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taking off in known gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB WPR10FA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA223.md): Taylorcraft BC12-D1 · Skokomish, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 2009 · N44362 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while flying over hilly, forested terrain.
- [NTSB WPR10CA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA015.md): Let Blanik L-13 · Llano, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 11, 2009 · N948LC · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper use of the airbrakes while on approach for landing.
- [NTSB ERA10GA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10GA015.md): Bell OH-58A · Ocala, FL · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Oct 11, 2009 · N911AF · Substantial damage
  > The excessive wear and failure of engine governor components for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB CEN10LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA012.md): Luscombe 8E · Weeping Water, NE · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 11, 2009 · N1536B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in a stall. Contributing to the accident was the stuck exhaust valve resulting in the partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB WPR10LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA014.md): Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecna P2004 Bravo · Franklin, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N649BV · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, as a result of the certified flight instructor's improper fuel system management.
- [NTSB WPR10CA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA026.md): Cessna 180A · Condon, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N9586B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the fence post on approach.
- [NTSB WPR10CA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA013.md): Cessna 172H · Tucson, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N51302 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground roll.
- [NTSB ERA10LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA014.md): Beech E35 · Mount Morris, NY · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N3515B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper decision to take off from unsuitable terrain with a quartering tailwind.
- [NTSB ERA10LA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA013.md): Mooney M20C · Marathon, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N2558Y · Destroyed
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA10CA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA017.md): Piper PA28 · Lebanon, VA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N43620 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to continue flight under visual flight rules into known deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
- [NTSB CEN10FA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10FA011.md): Cessna 150F · Alexandria, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N8642S · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the wingman to maintain proper separation from the lead airplane during formation maneuvers. Contributing to the accident was lead's abrupt right bank and both pilots' lack of formation training.
- [NTSB ANC10CA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA002.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Nondalton, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 10, 2009 · N27231 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt a landing in weather conducive to strong downdrafts, resulting in a loss of control.
- [NTSB WPR10LA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA010.md): Cruz SE5A Replica · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 2009 · N3944U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during initial climb, which resulted in a stall/spin and impact with the ground.
- [NTSB CEN10CA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA020.md): Franklin Pitts Special S-1 · Alamosa, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 9, 2009 · N59JT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control on takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN10CA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA013.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Bingham, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 9, 2009 · N54750 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's impairment due to alcohol consumption and failure to maintain aircraft control.
- [NTSB WPR10FA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA009.md): Piper PA-12 · Burlington, WA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N2087C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's in-flight loss of control due to his failure to correctly connect the elevator control cables during the restoration/rebuild of the airplane. Contributing to this accident was the pilot's decision to perform a high-speed taxi test prior to having…
- [NTSB WPR10CA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA011.md): Cessna 180 · Pistol Creek, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N1674C · Substantial damage
  > The separation of one of the airplane's main landing gear legs during landing in variable gusting wind conditions, due to the nut being stripped from the attachment bolt.
- [NTSB ERA10CA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA011.md): Remos Remos G-3/ · Sims, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N18241 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain altitude, resulting in controlled flight into water.
- [NTSB ERA10CA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA010.md): Schweizer 269C-1 · Lewiston, ME · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N1835E · Substantial damage
  > The loss of tail rotor effectiveness (LTE) resulting from hovering the helicopter in a tailwind.
- [NTSB CEN10CA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA017.md): Cameron Z77 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N4502V · Minor damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the balloon during the approach and landing.
- [NTSB CEN10CA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA015.md): Aerostar International RX8 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N4014J · Minor damage
  > The pilot’s failure to select an adequate landing area.
- [NTSB ANC10CA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA003.md): Cessna U206F · Homer, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 8, 2009 · N7138Q · Substantial damage
  > An in-flight collision with a bird.
- [NTSB WPR10CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA008.md): Cessna 172P · Renton, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 7, 2009 · N54088 · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff portion of a touch-and-go landing resulting in a collision with a sign.
- [NTSB WPR10CA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA007.md): Cessna 172N · San Diego, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 7, 2009 · N2219E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB ERA10CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA008.md): Cessna 172S · Easton, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 6, 2009 · N66087 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain while on short final.
- [NTSB CEN10FA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10FA007.md): Beech 100 · Aurora, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2009 · N2TX · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management.
- [NTSB WPR10LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA006.md): Turpen RV-8 · Yankton, OR · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N61FS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate planning during an instrument approach and failure to maintain the published minimum altitudes, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
- [NTSB ERA10LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10LA007.md): Case Richard L VAN RV-6 · Magnolia, NC · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N455RC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meterological conditions and his subsequent failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight evaluation of the weather.
- [NTSB ERA10CA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA022.md): Boeing 767-3P6 · Argentina · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N156DL · No damage
  > An inadvertent encounter with turbulence, which resulted in an injury to a flight cabin attendant.
- [NTSB ERA10CA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA10CA006.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Gainesboro, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N95472 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees. Contributing to the accident were the rising terrain and night light conditions.
- [NTSB CEN10LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA004.md): Temco D-16A · Eden Prairie, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N124N · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of left engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the failure of the engine's electric fuel pump end cap gasket, which allowed air to be drawn into the fuel system.
- [NTSB CEN10CA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA010.md): Aerostar International RX-7 · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N9126K · Minor damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a known obstacle and the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the balloon during the sudden climb following the ejection of the passenger.
- [NTSB ANC10CA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA001.md): Dehavilland DHC-2 · King Salmon, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 5, 2009 · N490K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, and his decision to takeoff with a tailwind.
- [NTSB WPR10FA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA005.md): Piper PA-24-250 · Black Canyon City, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 4, 2009 · N7471P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to continue VFR flight into instrument meteorological weather conditions which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were low ceilings, reduced visibility, and mountainous terrain.
- [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 ENG10WA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ENG10WA018.md): Saab 340 · Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia · Incident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Oct 4, 2009 · VH-SBA · No damage
  > On 4 October 2009, at 1257 EST, a SAAB 340B aircraft, registered VH-SBA, experienced a failure of the left engine during initial climb out from Wagga Wagga Aerodrome, NSW, Australia on a regular scheduled flight to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The flight…
- [NTSB WPR10WA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10WA036.md): Air Tractor AT-502 · Narrogin, Australia, Australia · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Oct 3, 2009 · VH-ODP · Substantial damage
  > On October 3, 2009, at 1130 Western Standard Time, an Air Tractor AT-502, VH-ODP, operated by Agricair Pty Limited, as an agricultural flight collided with the ground while maneuvering 47 Km east northeast of Narrogin, Australia. Visual meteorological…
- [NTSB WPR10LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA004.md): Cessna 172A · Payson, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 2009 · N7810T · Substantial damage
  > The stress corrosion cracking of the nose gear landing fork, which resulted in the fork's failure during landing.
- [NTSB WPR10LA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA003.md): Mateskon Fisher DAK · Bozeman, MT · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 2009 · N359JM · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to shearing of the crankshaft gear cluster bolts. Contributing to the accident was the lack of regular overhaul periods as recommended by the engine manufacturer.
- [NTSB WPR10LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA002.md): Cessna 421B · San Simeon, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 3, 2009 · N31KT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow the manufacturer’s checklist and set the parking brake.

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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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