# 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 CHI04LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04LA112.md): Grumman American AA-1B · Dodge Center, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 28, 2004 · N9919L · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure maintain climb and his failure to maintain clearance from the terrain during initial climb out after takeoff. The aircraft's low altitude, high gusty winds and low level turbulence were contributing factors.
- [NTSB ATL04CA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA102.md): Piper PA-18 · Cedartown, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 28, 2004 · N271T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper use of brakes during landing roll which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
- [NTSB SEA04LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA074.md): Schramm Helicycle · Montour, ID · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 2004 · N3275Q · Destroyed
  > In flight collision with terrain for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB LAX04LA197](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA197.md): Schweizer 269C-1 · Van Nuys, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 2004 · N61415 · Substantial damage
  > the failure of maintenance personnel to ensure the proper charge of the aft landing gear dampers in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
- [NTSB LAX04CA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA198.md): Robinson R22 Beta II · Squaw Valley, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 27, 2004 · N7521P · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent rate during the landing approach, which resulted in a hard landing and roll over. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate compensation for tailwind conditions. A factor in the accident was the high density…
- [NTSB FTW04LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA117.md): Bell 407 · Hurst, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 2004 · N407BP · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's excessive flare prior to touchdown during the practice autorotation which resulted in the tailboom stinger striking the ground. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's delay to take remedial action.
- [NTSB DCA04WA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA04WA041.md): Fokker F27-500 · Melo, Uruguay · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Apr 27, 2004 · N715FE · Substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI04CA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA111.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Rochester, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 27, 2004 · N40725 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during landing. Contributing factors were the aircraft's low altitude and the pilot's limited flight experience.
- [NTSB ATL04IA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04IA098.md): Cessna 208B · Tunica, MS · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Apr 27, 2004 · N738FX · Minor damage
  > The pilot's improper use of the emergency power lever which resulted in excessive operating temperatures. A factor was the improper adjustment of the emergency power lever dead band.
- [NTSB SEA04LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA073.md): Hiller UH-12E · Haines, OR · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 26, 2004 · N9785C · Substantial damage
  > A momentary partial loss of power for undetermined reason(s) and the pilot's failure to maintain adequate RPM during his autorotation landing.
- [NTSB ANC04LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA048.md): Cessna 182A · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 26, 2004 · N4861D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site, which resulted in a nose over during the landing roll.
- [NTSB LAX04LA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA195.md): Spirangam Velocity · Boulder City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 2004 · N216MR · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing rollout.
- [NTSB LAX04CA215](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA215.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Galt, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 25, 2004 · N169JP · Substantial damage
  > the pilot under instruction's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed on final and misjudged flare, which resulted in stall/mush and hard landing. The certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision and failure to initiate timely remedial action were…
- [NTSB LAX04CA196](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA196.md): Cessna 172N · Lincoln, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 25, 2004 · N734RE · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
- [NTSB FTW04LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA114.md): Piper PA-38-112 · Seminole, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 2004 · N6228A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning. A contributing factor was the pilot's use of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC04LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA047.md): Cessna 182 · Minto, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 2004 · N2833R · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a forced landing and an in-flight collision with trees.
- [NTSB DEN04CA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA067.md): Cessna 172N · Lyons, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 24, 2004 · N5048E · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing factors were weather conditions conducive to carburetor icing and unsuitable terrain available on which to make a forced landing and the road sign.
- [NTSB CHI04CA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA110.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Shakopee, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 24, 2004 · N819TT · Substantial damage
  > The dual student's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during hovering flight and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action in order to prevent a loss of control. Contributing factors were the flight instructor's lack of dual instruction…
- [NTSB CHI04CA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA109.md): Aeronca 7AC · Flushing, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 24, 2004 · N83291 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while on final approach, resulting in an inadvertent stall at a low altitude.
- [NTSB ATL04LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA100.md): Alon A2 · Fort Pierce, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 2004 · N5674F · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from a crack in the gascolator bowl.
- [NTSB ATL04FA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA099.md): Cessna 172N · Moselle, MS · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 2004 · N75812 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance and his inadequate visual look-out while maneuvering resulting in an in-flight collision with a radio tower.
- [NTSB ATL04CA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04CA091.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Delco, NC · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 24, 2004 · N32891 · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's improper fuel management resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. A factor was the flight instructor's failure to use the checklist.
- [NTSB SEA04LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA072.md): Cessna 170B · Nampa, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2004 · N8252A · Substantial damage
  > The right seat pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the initial part of the landing roll, and his improper handling of the aircraft (excessive braking) as the aircraft departed the side of the runway. Factors include the pilot's lack of…
- [NTSB ATL04LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA097.md): Durr Lancair Legacy · Oakland, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2004 · N511WD · Destroyed
  > The pilot loss control of the airplane when he continued flight into known thunderstorm and convective activity. A factor is insufficient information provided by ATC personnel.
- [NTSB ANC04LA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA045.md): Arctic S-1B2 · Big Lake, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 23, 2004 · N55AD · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's failure to insure that the carburetor heat was activated by the dual student following a simulated loss of engine power, which resulted in carburetor ice and the actual loss of engine power during a descent. A factor associated with…
- [NTSB LAX04CA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA193.md): Robinson R22B · Long Beach, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 22, 2004 · N8492A · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions and failure to maintain control of the helicopter while hovering.
- [NTSB FTW04LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA118.md): Cessna 182U · Boerne, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 22, 2004 · N7435Q · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inattentive planned approach to land on a runway with obstructions.
- [NTSB CHI04CA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04CA108.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Minneapolis, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 22, 2004 · N82943 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not verifying the position of the fuel selector prior to the takeoff, resulting in the loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation. Factors to the accident were the power pole and the trees.
- [NTSB NYC04CA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA110.md): Piper PA-34-220T · Willoughby, OH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 21, 2004 · N497MA · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in this accident was the gusty wind conditions associated with thunderstorm activity.
- [NTSB FTW04LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA111.md): Brantly Helicopter B-2B · Holliday, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2004 · N9030Z · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the upper tail rotor shaft due to excessive misalignment after two hard landings. Also causal was the manufacturer's failure to provide specific maintenance procedures for checking the alignment of the upper tail rotor shaft.
- [NTSB FTW04CA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04CA112.md): Air Tractor AT-502B · San Angelo, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 21, 2004 · N5196J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's improper preflight performance planning, and his failure to establish a climb. Factors were the high density altitude and crosswind.
- [NTSB DEN04CA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA066.md): Cessna 182K · Durango, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 21, 2004 · N2861R · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning and decision making. Contributing factors include the crosswind and the crosswind component exceeded.
- [NTSB CHI04FA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI04FA107.md): Bell 206L-1 · Boonville, IN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2004 · N137AE · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate planning/decision which resulted in his failure to maintain terrain clearance. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning, his diverted attention, and the dark night conditions.
- [NTSB ANC04IA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04IA046.md): Cessna 208 · Kalaupapa, HI · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Apr 21, 2004 · N302PW · No damage
  > An in-flight encounter with turbulence during cruise flight, which resulted in a minor injury to a passenger. On February 7, 2006, this occurrence was reclassified from an accident to an incident and this narrative was modified.
- [NTSB SEA04WA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04WA091.md): Cessna 180J · Echo Bay, BC, Canada · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Apr 20, 2004 · N9768P · Substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA04FA076](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04FA076.md): Cessna 177RG · Tampa, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 20, 2004 · N1910Q · Substantial damage
  > Improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel, and the reinstallation of an unserviced magneto during an engine overhaul, which resulted in the magneto malfunctioning, a loss of engine power, and the airplane being ditched into the water.
- [NTSB LAX04LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA297.md): Aviat A-1A · Visalia, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 20, 2004 · N40AW · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and a hard landing.
- [NTSB FTW04LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA113.md): Piper PA-23-250 · Sweetwater, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 20, 2004 · N6257H · Substantial damage
  > The propeller overspeed for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB NYC04LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA109.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Berkley, MA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N9862D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudgment of altitude/distance and his failure to maintain adequate clearance from trees while landing. Factors related to the accident were the lack runway displaced threshold markings, the trees located at the end of the runway, and the…
- [NTSB LAX04LA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA201.md): Cessna U206A · Lake Havasu, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N4941F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's misjudged flare during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and structural damage to the firewall.
- [NTSB LAX04LA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA192.md): Aeronca Champ 7AC · Hayward, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N83587 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB LAX04FA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA190.md): Piper PA 28-161 · Holoaloa, HI · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N8198A · Destroyed
  > The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions that resulted in an in-flight collision with mountainous terrain. Factors in the accident were rising terrain, low clouds and rain, and the pilot's lack of familiarity with the geographic area.
- [NTSB IAD04FA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04FA017.md): Piper PA-24-250 · North Lima, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N5369P · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a safe altitude clearance from trees. Factors included the night lighting conditions and the pilot's diminished night vision capability.
- [NTSB ATL04FA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04FA096.md): Cirrus Design SR20 · Greenwood, SC · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N8157J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during initial climb that resulted in an inadvertent stall and the subsequent collision with trees. A factor was the inadequate preflight planning/preparation when he failed to lower the wing flaps.
- [NTSB ANC04LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA041.md): Champion 7GC · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 19, 2004 · N8529E · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student pilot which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeoff roll, and subsequent collision with a ditch. A factor contributing to the accident was the student pilot's failure to…
- [NTSB MIA04LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04LA074.md): Terry E. Morris Glasair III · Lakeland, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 2004 · N333ZZ · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and establish a climb during an attempted go-around which resulted in a stall/mush and collision with terrain. His failure to follow air traffic control instructions is a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX04CA189](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA189.md): Piper PA-22-150 · Minden, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 18, 2004 · N6062D · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, resulting in a collision with terrain.
- [NTSB FTW04WA115](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04WA115.md): Learjet 55 · La Romana, Dominican Republic · Accident · No injuries · Foreign investigation · Apr 18, 2004 · N355UJ · Substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN04FA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04FA064.md): Cessna 150H · Boulder, CO · Accident · Minor injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 18, 2004 · N105DP · Substantial damage
  > the failed magneto and the lack of suitable terrain (lake) for a forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA04LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA04LA071.md): Keller Prospector FK1 · Gibbonsville, ID · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 17, 2004 · N5XK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat in icing conditions which resulted in a loss of engine power while in cruise flight. Factors contributing to the accident are unsuitable terrain for an emergency landing, trees and mountainous terrain.

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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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