# 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 IAD04WA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04WA047.md): Robinson R44 · Vattlefjall, Sweden · Accident · 3 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 11, 2004 · SE-JHJ · Substantial damage
- [NTSB ATL04LA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA177.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Lake Wales, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 11, 2004 · N962AB · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, and his inadequate visual lookout, which resulted in a collision with a television tower.
- [NTSB ATL04CA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA180.md): Wood/Thorpe T-18 · Olive Branch, MS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2004 · N49RT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
- [NTSB ATL04CA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA179.md): Cessna 152 · Inverness, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 11, 2004 · N35FD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, and his failure to detect the presence of water in the fuel system, which resulted in a loss of engine power and subsequent collision with trees and terrain.
- [NTSB NYC04LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA211.md): Cessna 172M · Medina, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N172WW · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power due to inadequate maintenance and by failure to comply with service instruction for low engine compression.
- [NTSB FTW04LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA236.md): Lancair 360 · Orange, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N163DS · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff resulting in an inadvertent stall and loss of aircraft control.
- [NTSB CHI04LA254](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA254.md): Cessna 150F · Ancona, IL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N6544F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot became incapacitated (unconscious) for undetermined reasons which resulted in his inability to maintain altitude.
- [NTSB CHI04LA253](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA253.md): Williams Glastar GS-1 · Hayward, WI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N501YR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of aircraft control. A factor associated with the accident was the gusty wind condition.
- [NTSB CHI04FA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04FA255.md): Cirrus Design SR-22 · Park Falls, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N1223S · Destroyed
  > The flightcrew's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent impact with water during approach. The low altitude was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB ATL04LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA181.md): Hughes HU-369-D · Waynesboro, GA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N5211R · Substantial damage
  > The tail rotor assembly failed due to a fatigue fracture of the input gearshaft in the tail rotor gearbox assembly, which resulted in a loss of tail rotor control and subsequent collision with trees.
- [NTSB ATL04LA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA176.md): Lemoine Marvin J. Jr. Christian Eagle II · Cleveland, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N83BL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while conducting aerobatic maneuvers.
- [NTSB ATL04CA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA192.md): Piper PA-44-180 · Miami, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N268DA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow the after landing check list, which resulted in his inadvertent gear retraction during landing roll.
- [NTSB ATL04CA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA184.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Mount Pleasant, SC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N9621W · Substantial damage
  > Ground collision with an animal (deer) during an attempted takeoff.
- [NTSB ATL04CA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA182.md): Maule M4-210C · Gainesville, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 10, 2004 · N270JM · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-rated passenger's inadvertent interference with the flight controls during landing, which resulted in a loss of control and the airplane nosed over.
- [NTSB WAS04WA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WAS04WA015.md): Cessna 210 · Livingstone, Zambia · Accident · 6 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 9, 2004 · ZS-KOX · Destroyed
- [NTSB NYC04LA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA212.md): Cessna 182H · Nashua, NH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2004 · N8463S · Substantial damage
  > An in flight collision with birds while landing. A factor was the night conditions.
- [NTSB FTW04WA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA244.md): Piper PA-25-235 · Santa Rosa, Ecuador · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 9, 2004 · HC-AIF · Destroyed
- [NTSB FTW04FA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA235.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Rachel, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2004 · N6209J · Destroyed
  > The total failure of the vacuum pump that resulted in an inoperative attitude gyro and spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of aircraft control by the pilot. Factors were; the prevailing instrument meteorological conditions, and the dark night light…
- [NTSB CHI04CA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA251.md): Cessna 182T · Lake In The Hil, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2004 · N379BF · Substantial damage
  > the excessive descent rate resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB ATL04LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA175.md): Piper PA-32-260 · Kennesaw, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 9, 2004 · N45100 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB SEA04WA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04WA184.md): Robinson R44 · Roma, Australia · Accident · 2 fatal · Foreign investigation · Sep 8, 2004 · VH-JWX · Substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA04CA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04CA185.md): Cessna 180H · McCall, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 8, 2004 · N3458Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain proper touchdown point for landing on the backcountry airstrip. Contributing factors were downdraft weather conditions and the pilot's excessive speed for landing.
- [NTSB NYC04CA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA207.md): Cessna 402C · Charleston, WV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 8, 2004 · N5774C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper decision to abort the takeoff with insufficient runway remaining. A factor was the wet runway.
- [NTSB LAX04LA333](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA333.md): McDonnell Douglas MD 900 · Mesa, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2004 · N9016W · Substantial damage
  > fracture of a Tension-Torsion strap in the anti-torque fan due to progressive fiber failure of the composite strap material from compression and/or transverse shear stresses that occurred with repeated manipulation of the cockpit anti-torque control pedals…
- [NTSB DEN04LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA140.md): Beech B-60 · Casper, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2004 · N1551L · Substantial damage
  > the missing nose gear assembly bolt, spacer and nut resulting in a gear collapse due to improper maintenance procedures. Contributing to the accident was the collision with the storm drain.
- [NTSB ANC04LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA112.md): Cessna 170 · Teller, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 8, 2004 · N3492C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and his inadequate evaluation of the wind conditions, which resulted in a collision with an embankment during takeoff-initial climb. Factors contributing to the accident was the presence of a sand…
- [NTSB NYC04CA206](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA206.md): Cessna 172S · Mount Gilead, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N809SP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions which resulted in a collision with the runway. A factor was the crosswind.
- [NTSB DEN04LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA136.md): Cessna 182 · Gillette, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N2725G · Substantial damage
  > improper engine overhaul performed by the mechanic which resulted in the fractured exhaust valve and subsequent partial loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB DEN04LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA135.md): Cessna 180 · Buena Vista, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N727DG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the gusty winds and the dirt devil encountered by the aircraft.
- [NTSB DEN04FA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04FA134.md): Mooney M20D · Pagosa Springs, CO · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N1907Y · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and his failure to maintain directional control. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to abort the takeoff, and the rough and uneven runway surface.
- [NTSB ATL04CA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA189.md): Beech D18S · Tullahoma, TN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N432U · Substantial damage
  > Right tire burst during an attempted takeoff that resulted in loss of directional control and the on ground collision with the ground.
- [NTSB ANC04LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA118.md): Piper PA-22-160 · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N9028D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff site, which resulted in a loss of control and a nose over during an aborted takeoff. Factors in the accident were soft terrain, and the pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB ANC04CA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04CA105.md): Piper PA-18 · Healy, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 6, 2004 · N7472D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a collision with vegetation and a nose over. A factor contributing to the accident was a tailwind.
- [NTSB SEA04LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA183.md): Piper PA-18 · Blaine, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N2415P · Substantial damage
  > The instructor pilot's inadequate remedial action during his student's final approach for a simulated engine out water landing.
- [NTSB SEA04LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA182.md): Cessna 172E · Port Angeles, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N5788T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate inflight decision by failing to refuel while en route, resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of power. Factors contributing to the accident included the fence and the ditch.
- [NTSB SEA04LA180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA180.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Picabo, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N880SC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to set the propeller control for takeoff performance needed to outclimb obstacles. The pilot's failure to use the checklist, trees, and a fence are contributing factors.
- [NTSB NYC04CA205](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA205.md): Piper PA32-300 · Montauk, NY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N1351H · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain altitude\clearance while landing. A factor in this accident was the gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB MIA04LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04LA127.md): Mooney M20F · Brandon, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N9708M · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of all studs and/or thru-bolts of the No. 3 cylinder for undetermined reasons causing separation of the cylinder. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot.
- [NTSB LAX04LA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA314.md): Robinson R22 Beta · North Las Vegas, NV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N994RW · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor's misjudged flare and delayed recovery from the practice autorotation.
- [NTSB IAD04LA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04LA044.md): Schweizer G-164B · Penn Yan, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N7501H · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's loss of directional control during landing which resulted in excessive side-loads and failure of the right main landing gear wheel.
- [NTSB ANC04CA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04CA111.md): Champion 7GCBC · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 5, 2004 · N9698S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the collapse of the right main landing gear during the landing roll. A factor contributing to the accident was rough and uneven terrain.
- [NTSB SEA04LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA181.md): Hughes 369D · Cottage Grove, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N505ST · Substantial damage
  > In-flight loss of engine power during cruise for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB NYC04LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA204.md): Beech BE-95-A55 · Louisville, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N9779Y · Substantial damage
  > The improper refueling of the left auxiliary fuel tank, which resulted in an overflow of fuel, and a subsequent explosion in the left wing during engine start.
- [NTSB MIA04LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04LA131.md): Robinson R22 Beta · St. Thomas · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N176FM · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot-in-command to comply with performance data related to the recommended takeoff profile and his failure to perform remedial action following reduced tailrotor effectiveness, resulting in subsequent initiation of an autorotation and…
- [NTSB FTW04FA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04FA232.md): Fairchild M-62A-3 · Corsicana, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N79307 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to a faulty carburetor and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed sufficient for flight resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin during the forced landing after takeoff.
- [NTSB DEN04LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA138.md): Gates Learjet 25B · Colorado Spring, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N47MR · Substantial damage
  > right main tire failure for reasons undetermined.
- [NTSB CHI04LA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA249.md): Johnson-Moore Zenith CH 701 · Galena, MO · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N2077Y · Substantial damage
  > A loss of directional control for undetermined reasons. A factor associated with the accident was the tree that the airplane contacted.
- [NTSB CHI04LA248](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA248.md): Cessna 172 · Gary, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N2355E · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the nose wheel for undetermined reasons. A factor associated with the accident was the student pilot's failure to properly flare the airplane.
- [NTSB CHI04CA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA252.md): Cessna T310R · Marshall, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N5005J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot rated passenger selecting an improper fuel selector position, and the pilot in command not verifying the fuel selector position which resulted in fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to feather the right engine propeller…
- [NTSB CHI04CA247](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA247.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Grant, NE · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 4, 2004 · N91042 · Substantial damage
  > Directional control not attained and the control interference encountered by the pilot during landing roll. The ditch was a contributing factor.

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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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