# 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 WPR09CA435](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA435.md): Piper PA-20 · Bozeman, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N1544A · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot receiving instruction to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and the flight instructor's delayed corrective action.
- [NTSB WPR09CA434](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA434.md): Cessna 195 · Camarillo, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N1508D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ERA09LA511](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA511.md): Air Creation 582SL · Strafford, NH · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N699AC · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09LA506](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA506.md): Cessna 140 · Louisa, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N3656V · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > The Cessna pilot's inadequate visual lookout.
- [NTSB ERA09LA502](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA502.md): M-Squared Sprint 1000 · Madeira Beach, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N185SQ · Substantial damage
  > A loss of torque to the gearbox engine-side coupling flange bolts, which resulted in separation of the gearbox and propeller from the engine and the subsequent severing of the airplane's tail structure.
- [NTSB CEN09LA575](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA575.md): Schweizer 269C · Preston, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N626LH · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09LA567](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA567.md): Aeronca 11AC · Marshall, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N3383E · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the main landing gear attach point.
- [NTSB CEN09FA562](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA562.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Tulsa, OK · Accident · 5 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N1228H · Destroyed
  > The non-instrument-rated pilot’s decision to attempt flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and an in-flight collision with a radio tower guy wire.
- [NTSB CEN09CA581](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA581.md): Piper PA-32-301 · Spicewood, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N117EM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
- [NTSB CEN09CA577](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA577.md): Ketonen Schreder · Ionia, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N161HP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot failed to maintain control of the glider during the aero-tow launch.
- [NTSB ANC09CA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA096.md): Piper PA-18 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2009 · N5773D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to land on unsuitable terrain, which resulted in a loss of control and a collision with trees.
- [NTSB WPR09LA431](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA431.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Oroville, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N2482R · Destroyed
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR09CA440](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA440.md): Universal Globe GC-1 · Pacoima, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N2345B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ERA09LA516](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA516.md): Siai-Marchetti F.260 · Atlanta, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N517P · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to a fuel system air leak as a result of a deteriorated O-ring seal in the fuel shut-off cock. Contributing to the accident was the exceedance of the suggested overhaul schedule for the fuel shut-off cock.
- [NTSB ERA09CA508](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA508.md): Mooney 231 · Charlottesville, VA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N75PW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and lack of familiarity with the airport diagram, which resulted in a runway excursion onto a grassy area.
- [NTSB CEN09LA561](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA561.md): Champion 7KCAB · Stacy, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N2629G · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09IA578](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09IA578.md): Cessna 421 · Sugar Land, TX · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2009 · N2349S · Minor damage
  > The improper installation of the pitch trim cable which resulted in it making improper contact with a guard pin that led to the fatigue failure of the cable.
- [NTSB WPR09LA436](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA436.md): Robinson Helicopter R44 · Torrance, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2009 · N8361X · Substantial damage
  > A main rotor overspeed due to the pilot’s failure to maintain rotor RPM within allowable limits during a practice autorotation.
- [NTSB ENG09IA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ENG09IA017.md): Embraer ERJ 190-100 IGW · Nassau, Bahamas · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2009 · N258JB · Minor damage
  > failure of the engine high pressure turbine active clearance control valve fuel rod supply tube coupling seal due to a cross-threaded B-nut as installed during original manufacture.
- [NTSB CEN09LA572](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA572.md): Wright Bruce M Avid Flyer · Hitchcock, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2009 · N583AF · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC09TA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09TA092.md): Aviat A-1B · Gulkana, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 3, 2009 · N37HY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive use of brakes during an off-airport landing, resulting in the airplane nosing over.
- [NTSB ANC09CA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA095.md): Piper PA-22-160 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 3, 2009 · N9985D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area, resulting in a nose over during takeoff.
- [NTSB WPR09CA439](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA439.md): Bellanca 17-30A · La Grande, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 2, 2009 · N14786 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a bounced landing.
- [NTSB DCA09WA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA09WA076.md): Bell 430 · Kurnoon, India · Accident · 5 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 2, 2009 · VT-APG · Destroyed
  > On September 2, 2009, at approximately 0343 UTC, a Government of Andhra Pradesh Gad (Poll "c") Bell 430 helicopter crashed enroute to Chitoor, India from Hyderabad, India. There were 2 crew members and 3 passengers, including the Secretariat of Hyderabad on…
- [NTSB CEN09LA558](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA558.md): Hughes 269C · Arapahoe, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2009 · N58163 · Substantial damage
  > A sudden vibration for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09LA557](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA557.md): Cessna 150F · Rosedale, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 2, 2009 · N6446F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's deteriorated physical and mental capabilities.
- [NTSB CEN09CA568](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA568.md): Grumman American Avn. AA-1C · Holland, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 2, 2009 · N9649U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing and subsequent go-around.
- [NTSB ANC09CA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA091.md): Helio H-295 · Koliganek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 2, 2009 · N6468V · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to water in the fuel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.
- [NTSB ERA09LA498](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA498.md): Hahn R-W22 Tiger Moth Rep · Symrna, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2009 · N318JT · Destroyed
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA09LA496](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA496.md): Piper PA28-151 · Mansfield, MA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2009 · N32146 · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat.
- [NTSB ERA09FA497](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA497.md): Robinson R44 · Jackson, MS · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 2009 · N33PX · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm, for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB CEN09CA615](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA615.md): Cessna 175 · Rio Blanco, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 1, 2009 · N6686E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing and his failure to execute a go-around.
- [NTSB WPR09CA430](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA430.md): Cessna 152 · Merced, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 31, 2009 · N5155B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent collapse of the nose landing gear strut.
- [NTSB ERA09CA504](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA504.md): Cessna 152 · Harrisburg, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 31, 2009 · N69124 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s delayed decision to abort the takeoff, resulting in an overrun.
- [NTSB CEN10WA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10WA072.md): Cessna 414 · Simeprodeso, Mexico · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Aug 31, 2009 · N53DJ · Destroyed
- [NTSB CEN09CA556](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA556.md): Alon A2 · Richmond Hts., OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 31, 2009 · N6363V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare.
- [NTSB ANC09TA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09TA090.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Bethel, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 31, 2009 · N743 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive use of brakes while landing at an off-airport site.
- [NTSB WPR09LA427](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA427.md): Stone Kitfox Series 6 · May, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N2070A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during the takeoff initial climb.
- [NTSB WPR09FA428](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09FA428.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Canyonville, OR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N2967P · Substantial damage
  > The non-instrument-rated and non-certificated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions in mountainous terrain, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
- [NTSB WPR09CA429](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA429.md): Curtiss Wright Travel AIR · San Diego, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N4418 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB ERA09LA492](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA492.md): Bond Neal O S-9 · Saylorsburg, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N463NB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s excessive flight control inputs that resulted in an overload failure of the right elevator and horizontal stabilizer.
- [NTSB ERA09LA491](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA491.md): Myers Donald E Kitfox 4 · Flintstone, MD · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N69377 · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to the lack of sufficient lubrication and the pilot/owner’s failure to adequately service the airplane’s engine.
- [NTSB ERA09CA493](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA493.md): Beech B19 · Thomasville, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N6982R · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power due to a partial blockage of the carburetor fuel inlet filter.
- [NTSB CEN09CA553](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA553.md): Warner Lewis Steen · Broomfield, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 30, 2009 · N3278K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to an internal mechanical failure of the left wheel that caused the wheel to seize.
- [NTSB WPR09LA426](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA426.md): Six-Chuter American Spirit · Brownsville, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2009 · N9184F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power lines.
- [NTSB ERA09LA529](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA529.md): Bombardier DHC-8-202 · Sterling, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 29, 2009 · N367PH · Substantial damage
  > Undetermined.
- [NTSB ERA09CA495](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA495.md): Underland/Grothe/Finstrom Mmii (Must · Lantana, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2009 · N7798R · Substantial damage
  > The delay by both pilots to abort the takeoff resulting in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the unintentional forward movement of the pilot's seat resulting in interference with the control stick.
- [NTSB CEN09CA554](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA554.md): Socata TBM 700 · Ann Arbor, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2009 · N715V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's hard landing during gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN09CA552](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA552.md): Cessna 150F · Abilene, KS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 29, 2009 · N8312G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate crosswind landing technique, resulting in an excessive side load on the left landing gear that led to an overload failure of its axle.
- [NTSB WPR09LA423](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA423.md): Cessna TU206G · Ballard, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 28, 2009 · N682RC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's precautionary water landing with partially extended landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the unidentified anomaly with the airplane's electrical system, which rendered the gear position indicator system inoperative.

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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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