# 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 CHI08CA285](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA285.md): Piper PA-28-161 · Lakeville, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 18, 2008 · N4349K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's lack of clearance from the approach lights and the distraction of those bright approach lights during his night approach.
- [NTSB ANC08CA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA128.md): Piper PA-18 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 18, 2008 · N2265A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area. A Factor contributing to the accident was a short, rough and uneven takeoff site.
- [NTSB SEA08CA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA203.md): Snelling Zodiac · Rexburg, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2008 · N826W · Substantial damage
  > The private pilot's excessive use of the flight controls and improper landing flair, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent gear collapse.
- [NTSB CHI08CA290](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA290.md): Unknown Supercat · Redding, IA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2008 · UNREG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly manage the fuel supply of the airplane which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the hilly terrain encountered during the subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI08CA284](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA284.md): Fleet 2 · Leroy, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2008 · N764V · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the propeller hub failure during a low-level maneuver. Contributing to the accident were the trees encountered during the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI08CA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA283.md): Mooney M20C · Bolingbrook, IL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2008 · N5651Q · Substantial damage
  > The non-mechanical loss of engine power due to the pilot's incorrect positioning of the fuel tank selector prior to takeoff and the subsequent fuel starvation during takeoff.
- [NTSB SEA08CA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA201.md): Stinson 108-1 · Kalispell, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 16, 2008 · N8963K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
- [NTSB NYC08LA318](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA318.md): Hiller UH-12E · Naruna, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 2008 · N3324F · Substantial damage
  > The fatigue failure of a main rotor blade drag strut.
- [NTSB NYC08CA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA314.md): Cessna 172R · Brunswick, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 16, 2008 · N4172P · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's improper flare while landing.
- [NTSB ANC08CA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA125.md): Aeronca 15AC · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 16, 2008 · N1170H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, resulting in an on-ground collision with a tree stump.
- [NTSB MIA08CA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA194.md): Glasflugel H-301 · Blairstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 15, 2008 · N1263 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadvertent retraction of flaps during the landing flare.
- [NTSB DFW08RA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08RA232.md): Cessna 421B · Ojinaga, Mexico · Accident · 4 fatal · Class 5 · Foreign · Sep 15, 2008 · N7560Q · Substantial damage
  > On September 15, 2008, approximately 1318 central daylight time, a United States registered Cessna 421B, N7560Q, was substantially damaged after it collided with mountainous terrain approximately 28 miles northwest of Ojinaga, Mexico, near the border town of…
- [NTSB SEA08LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA200.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Napavine, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N9268D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to make a low-altitude pass, and his failure to maintain clearance from all structures while maneuvering.
- [NTSB SEA08CA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA199.md): Cessna 177B · Truckee, CA · Accident · Data collection · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N30692 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to take off in a heavily loaded airplane under the ambient conditions that existed at the time. Contributing to the accident was the mountainous/hilly terrain, a high density altitude, gusty winds and downdrafts.
- [NTSB DFW08FA228](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08FA228.md): American Champion 7GCBC · Wichita Falls, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N571JH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain safe flying airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB DFW08CA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA229.md): Sukhoi SU-31M · Collinsville, OK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N531MS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from marked transmission lines while on final approach.
- [NTSB DCA08RA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA08RA097.md): Boeing 737-500 · Perm, Russia · Accident · 88 fatal · Class 5 · Foreign · Sep 14, 2008 · VP-BKO · Destroyed
  > On September 14, 2008, at 0510 local time, Aeroflot-Nord flight 821, a Boeing 737-500, Bermuda registered (VP-BKO) and Russian operated, equipped with CFM56 engines, crashed on approach to Perm airport in Perm, Russia. All on board, including 6 crew and 82…
- [NTSB ANC08CA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA124.md): Piper PA-12 · Slana, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N3348M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive application of the brakes during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over and substantial damage.
- [NTSB SEA08IA217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08IA217.md): Diamond DA 40 · San Carlos, CA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 2008 · N419JS · Minor damage
  > The improper assembly of the governor during manufacture.
- [NTSB SEA08CA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA198.md): Cessna 152 · Columbia, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 13, 2008 · N24342 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's improper use of the throttle control.
- [NTSB SEA08CA202](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA202.md): Mooney M20K · Trinity Center, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N1157K · Substantial damage
  > The complete loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of a leak in the fuel system. Contributing to the accident was the rough terrain the airplane encountered during the forced landing.
- [NTSB MIA08LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA195.md): Bellanca 17-30 · Clearwater, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N4757V · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper use of a supplemental cockpit lighting during approach.
- [NTSB MIA08CA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA193.md): Cameron Balloons Z-150 · Sandown, NH · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N151TS · Minor damage
  > The pilot’s encounter with high winds during approach. Contributing to the severity of injuries was the passengers' improper landing preparation.
- [NTSB DFW08LA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA231.md): Evektor-Aerotechnik Sportstar · Roanoke, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N901LA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of flight experience in the make and model of airplane.
- [NTSB DFW08CA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA230.md): Mooney M20D · Grand Saline, TX · Accident · Data collection · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N6646U · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI08FA282](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08FA282.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Woodruff, WI · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N193BS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed during a missed approach leading to the inadvertent stall. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s lack of experience in the type of operation conducted, the certificate holder’s loss of operational control, and…
- [NTSB ANC08CA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA123.md): Cessna 207 · Dillingham, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 12, 2008 · N6426H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of weather and runway conditions, and his improper decision to depart downwind, on a wet gravel runway, resulting in an in-flight collision with terrain after takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were a tailwind, and…
- [NTSB NYC08CA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA313.md): Diamond Aircraft Industry DA 20-C1 · Stevensville, MD · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N644DC · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB NYC08CA312](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA312.md): Cessna 177 · Warwick, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N17142 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point while landing.
- [NTSB MIA08CA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA192.md): Beech G-36 · Erie, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N710ND · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper preflight inspection of the fuel caps and his improper inflight fuel management, which led to a loss of engine power.
- [NTSB LAX08CA298](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA298.md): Robinson R22B · Prescott, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N227GH · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm and the instructor's inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB LAX08CA293](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA293.md): Brubaker F1 · Truckee, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N954CB · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the bolts securing the tail wheel to its attach point that resulted in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB CHI08CA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA281.md): Firefly Balloons 8B-15 · Springfield, IL · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N2053D · No damage
  > The failure of the passenger to follow the pilot's instructions by not steadying herself during the landing.
- [NTSB ANC08LA122](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA122.md): Piper PA-18 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 2008 · N7174K · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to preclude a stall while maneuvering at a low altitude, resulting in an uncontrolled descent and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB MIA08CA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA190.md): Cessna 310R · Lake Placid, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 10, 2008 · N115CA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to observe the ongoing construction to the closed runway while landing. Contributing to the accident was flight service's failure to brief the pilot of the closed runway.
- [NTSB LAX08LA292](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA292.md): Cessna T210N · Oakland, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2008 · N6278C · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power while maneuvering due to the disintegration of the number two main bearing, which resulted in a fracture of the crankshaft. Contributing to the accident was inadequate maintenance.
- [NTSB LAX08CA295](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA295.md): Miltenberger Family Fun · Adin, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 10, 2008 · N903PD · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat.
- [NTSB CHI08CA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA280.md): Cessna 150G · Urbana, OH · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 10, 2008 · N3899J · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Contributing to the accident were environmental conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB NYC08WA326](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08WA326.md): Cessna 172 · El Trebolar, Chile · Accident · Foreign investigation · Sep 9, 2008 · CC-KAZ · Substantial damage
  > None.
- [NTSB NYC08LA310](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA310.md): Dufault Mark V Pitts S-1D · Ridgely, MD · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2008 · N511MD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight weather evaluation which resulted in an attempted landing in fog and subsequent impact with terrain.
- [NTSB NYC08CA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA309.md): Bell 206B · Eutaw, AL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2008 · N206WA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.
- [NTSB MIA08LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA188.md): Mooney M20C · Wallace, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2008 · N21MY · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff when the engine failed to develop full power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to remove the intake plugs prior to takeoff.
- [NTSB DEN08CA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA157.md): Schweizer SGS 2-33A · Boulder, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2008 · N17939 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use the dive brake during landing resulting in a long landing and collision.
- [NTSB ANC08CA121](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA121.md): Cessna 170 · Ruby, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2008 · N2690V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use carburetor heat, while operating at a reduced engine power while maneuvering in carburetor icing conditions.
- [NTSB ANC08CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA120.md): Cessna T207 · Nyac, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2008 · N1754U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the nose wheel separating from the airplane during the landing roll.
- [NTSB NYC08LA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA311.md): Mooney M20J · Hackettstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2008 · N301KC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adhere to the airplane manufacturer's published preflight inspection procedures, enabling water to remain undetected in the fuel system, which resulted in a complete loss of engine power immediately after takeoff.
- [NTSB DFW08TA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08TA225.md): Diamond Aircraft Industries DA-20-C-1 · Pueblo, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Final report · Sep 8, 2008 · N939DA · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control due to an encounter with wake turbulence from a preceding larger aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the instructor pilot's failure to intervene.
- [NTSB ANC08CA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA119.md): Piper PA-18-135 · Coldfoot, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 8, 2008 · N9950Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain/maintain sufficient flying speed during initial climb.
- [NTSB NYC08FA307](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08FA307.md): Lindstrand Balloons 150A · Phoenixville, PA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 2008 · N844LB · Substantial damage
  > The separation of a portion of a fuel fitting during a hard landing resulting in release of fuel and a fire in the balloons basket area. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to follow the manufacturer's published procedures to shut down the…
- [NTSB MIA08LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA187.md): Piper J5A · Atlanta, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 2008 · N105F · Substantial damage
  > The loss of pitch control due to slippage of the elevator control cable resulting from the maintenance personnel’s improper installation and inspection of the cable.

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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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