# NTSB investigations, LA

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 CEN09LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA198.md): Bell 206 · Galliano, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 2, 2009 · N410RL · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the tail rotor driveshaft and coupling during engine start due to the mechanic's failure to properly reattach the tail rotor driveshaft and coupling during maintenance.
- [NTSB CEN09FA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA178.md): Cessna 182M · Albany, LA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 28, 2009 · N91593 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation after an encounter with marginal VMC and/or instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to attempt the flight with the preflight…
- [NTSB CEN09CA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA151.md): Schweizer G-164B · Ferriday, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 1, 2009 · N3628T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control following an impact with birds.
- [NTSB CEN09MA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09MA117.md): Sikorsky S-76C · Morgan City, LA · Accident · 8 fatal · Major investigation · Final report · Jan 4, 2009 · N748P · Destroyed
  > (1) the sudden loss of power to both engines that resulted from impact with a bird (red-tailed hawk), which fractured the windshield and interfered with engine fuel controls, and (2) the subsequent disorientation of the flight crewmembers, which left them…
- [NTSB CEN09LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA039.md): Chamberlin Victor Wayne Minimax · Winnsboro, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 27, 2008 · N8637L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from static wires while maneuvering to avoid another airplane.
- [NTSB DFW08CA235](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA235.md): Gulfstream-Schweizer A/C Gulfstream · Patterson, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 18, 2008 · N425LS · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel contamination. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable muddy terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW08CA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA216.md): Air Tractor AT-301 · Wisner, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 22, 2008 · N2391Z · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW08CA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA207.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Abbeville, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 15, 2008 · N8323R · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW08CA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA195.md): Grumman 164A · Lake Providence, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 22, 2008 · N7249 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering during an aerial application. Contributing to the accident was the wind gust.
- [NTSB DFW08CA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA182.md): Ayres S2R · Baton Rouge, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 11, 2008 · N2068B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the transmission wire.
- [NTSB DFW08CA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA168.md): Grumman G-164 · Tallulah, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 23, 2008 · N54229 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed.
- [NTSB DEN08CA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA099.md): Piper Seneca · Plaquemine, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 31, 2008 · N864CA · Substantial damage
  > The certified flight instructor's poor decision to simulate a loss of engine on takeoff with a wet runway and the pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the dew covered runway surface and the ditch.
- [NTSB DFW08LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA130.md): Piper PA-22-108 · Opelousas, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 3, 2008 · N4515Z · Substantial damage
  > Loss of engine power due to starvation of the right fuel tank and the inability to select the left fuel tank. Contributing to airplane damage was the hidden obstruction in the field selected for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW08TA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08TA128.md): Beech C90 · Baton Rouge, LA · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 25, 2008 · N21SP · Substantial damage
  > Structural failure of the right main landing gear torque knee. A contributing factor was the failure to inspect the torque knee at the designated interval.
- [NTSB DFW08LA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA089.md): Piper PA24-260 · Abbeville, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 28, 2008 · N9097P · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other approaching airplane. A contributing factor was the close proximity between the two private airstrips.
- [NTSB DFW08FA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08FA080.md): Cessna T210M · Abbeville, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 11, 2008 · N732RR · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were the prevailing clouds, rain, and turbulence.
- [NTSB DFW08CA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA075.md): Robinson R-22 · Meraux, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 4, 2008 · N120KC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to ensure calculate weight and balance prior to flight. A contributing factor was the prevailing gusty winds.
- [NTSB DFW08FA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08FA053.md): Bell 206L1 · Venice, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 29, 2007 · N211EL · Destroyed
  > The pilot’s decision to continue to the destination landing platform in weather conditions below the company’s weather minimums and his failure to maintain aircraft control during the approach. Contributing to the passenger fatality and the severity of the…
- [NTSB DEN08FA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08FA036.md): Cessna 182Q · Farmerville, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 28, 2007 · N5134N · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control due to the effects of impairment from alcohol consumption resulting in the collision with the trees.. A contributing factor was the Federal Aviation Administration's failure to identify existing evidence of…
- [NTSB DFW08LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA017.md): Robinson R-22 · New Iberia, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 18, 2007 · N92HS · Substantial damage
  > The private pilot's failure to maintain main rotor rpm, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent rollover. Also causal was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW08CA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA009.md): Air Tractor AT-602 · Columbia, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 11, 2007 · N8521L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. Contributing factors were the tall vegetation on the sides of the airstrip and the short and confined landing area.
- [NTSB DFW07CA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA201.md): Ultra Magic M-56C · Bossier City, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 16, 2007 · N105WB · Minor damage
  > The pilot's failure to arrest an excessive descent rate prior to ground contact, which resulted in a hard landing.
- [NTSB DFW07FA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07FA198.md): Fairchild Hiller FH-1100 · Hosston, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 12, 2007 · N313BG · Destroyed
  > The in-flight separation of the main rotor mast while in cruise flight following a mast bumping event. The reason for the mast bumping event was not determined.
- [NTSB DFW07CA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA185.md): Bell 206 · Houma, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 12, 2007 · N85TC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to properly secure all loose items prior to takeoff.
- [NTSB DFW07LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA152.md): Air Tractor AT-400 · Delhi, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 8, 2007 · N3164N · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while practicing aerial application turns over a field.
- [NTSB DFW07CA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA146.md): Schweizer 269C · Slidell, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 28, 2007 · N292B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's encounter with settling with power condition while hovering out of ground effect. A contributing factor was the prevailing tailwind.
- [NTSB DFW07CA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA142.md): Cessna 206 · Baton Rouge, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 20, 2007 · N4803U · Substantial damage
  > Fuel starvation as result of the pilot's failure to properly position the fuel selector. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW07LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA138.md): Air Tractor AT-401 · Oak Grove, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 6, 2007 · N92PK · Substantial damage
  > A complete loss of power due to failure of the impeller drive gear train and displacement of the blower spring drive mechanism, which resulted in seizure of the propeller shaft/crankshaft. Also causal was the failure of the phenolic separator bracket of the…
- [NTSB DFW07CA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA127.md): Cessna 182L · Cheneyville, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 2, 2007 · N3356R · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power while climbing due to the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion. A factor associated with the accident was the soft terrain at the forced landing site.
- [NTSB DFW07LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA120.md): Cessna U206G · Leeville, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 24, 2007 · N45WT · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the operator of the powerboat to maintain separation from the departing floatplane.
- [NTSB DFW07LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA116.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Morgan City, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 10, 2007 · N437EM · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW07LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA107.md): Cessna 210 · Sulphur, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 8, 2007 · N9461 · Substantial damage
  > The collapsed of the right main landing gear for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW07CA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA037.md): Hughes 269B · Houma, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 11, 2006 · N9396F · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power as a result of a cracked engine cylinder and broken spark plug which resulted in a hard landing. A factor was that it was not possible to attain proper rotor RPM.
- [NTSB DFW07LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA022.md): Cessna 152 · Monroe, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 2006 · N94684 · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the second pilot to maintain separation from the preceding traffic established on final approach. A contributing factor was the failure by ATC personnel to visually identify and separate airplanes in the traffic pattern.
- [NTSB DFW07FA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07FA008.md): North American T-28C · Georgetown, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2006 · N470 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane which led to an aerodynamic stall. A contributing factor was the dark night.
- [NTSB DFW07FA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07FA007.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Dry Prong, LA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 22, 2006 · N64GK · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise flight due to oil starvation, resulting in an emergency off-airport forced landing. A factor associated with the accident was the instructor's improper in-flight decision in delaying to seek an emergency landing site…
- [NTSB DFW07IA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07IA018.md): Bell 206-L4 · Abbeville, LA · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2006 · N266AL · Minor damage
  > A fire in the baggage area for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW06FA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06FA193.md): Mooney M20J · Newellton, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 27, 2006 · N577RS · Destroyed
  > The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions. Contributing factors were the prevailing thunderstorms, the dark night conditions, and Air Traffic Control's failure to issue hazardous weather information to the pilot.
- [NTSB DFW06CA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA190.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Woodworth, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 22, 2006 · N9952W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree. Contributing factors were the sudden wind shift and the gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB DFW06FA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06FA186.md): Beech BE58P · Jeanerette, LA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 18, 2006 · N158LW · Destroyed
  > The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather condition and his delayed attempt to abort the landing. A contributing factor was the prevailing thunderstorm.
- [NTSB DFW06LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06LA135.md): Boeing A75 · Jennings, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 20, 2006 · N58072 · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW06CA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA124.md): Robinson R-44 · West Monroe, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 10, 2006 · N144DJ · Destroyed
  > The pilot's loss of control while taxiing.
- [NTSB DFW06LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06LA118.md): Eurocopter EC120B · Intracoastal, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 5, 2006 · N514AL · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW06CA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA117.md): Cessna 182L · Covington, LA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 2, 2006 · N42336 · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW06LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06LA097.md): Rocket Flyers Turbine Legend · Hammond, LA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 7, 2006 · N724TL · Substantial damage
  > The reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW06LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06LA094.md): Aviation Specialties Unlimited Challenger II · Coushatta, LA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2006 · N260HP · Destroyed
  > The loss of control due to premature failure of the elevator's push-pull tube rod-end bearing.
- [NTSB DFW06CA089](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA089.md): Aero Commander AC50 · Shreveport, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 21, 2006 · N662MW · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to execute a missed approach after losing visual contact with the runway, which resulted in a collision with approach lights. Factors were the dark night conditions and the fog.
- [NTSB DFW06FA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06FA083.md): Bell 206L-1 · Patterson, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 14, 2006 · N370RL · Destroyed
  > The improper installation of an engine fuel line fitting by other maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loose fitting and a loss of engine power during cruise flight. Factors associated with the accident are a tailwind, and the lack of a suitable site…
- [NTSB DFW06CA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA077.md): Cessna 182C · Gilliam, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 4, 2006 · N8519T · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW06CA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA066.md): Robinson R44 · Rayville, LA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 4, 2006 · N744MD · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain rotor RPM, which resulted in a hard landing.

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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
WHERE c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'LA' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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