# NTSB investigations, 1997, TN

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.

## Latest cases

- [NTSB CHI98LA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA058.md): McDonnell Douglas DC-9-50 · Memphis, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 7, 1997 · N774NC · No damage
  > the flight attendant lost his balance during pushback and struck his head on a galley door.
- [NTSB MIA98FA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98FA038.md): Cessna C-182E · Townsend, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 1, 1997 · N9033Y · Destroyed
  > the pilot's failure to maintain VFR flight conditions in a mountainous area resulting in inflight collision with rising terrain.
- [NTSB MIA98LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98LA033.md): Mooney M20C · Sparta, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 15, 1997 · N78952 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight and inflight decision and his inadvertent VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors are self induced pressure, mountainous terrain, and low clouds.
- [NTSB MIA98LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98LA024.md): Douglas DC-3C · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 7, 1997 · N59316 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's improper management of fuel resulting in a total loss of engine power on both engines during an instrument approach due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB MIA98FA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98FA010.md): Piper PA-28-180 · Knoxville, TN · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 12, 1997 · N15331 · Destroyed
  > failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane, while climbing after takeoff, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and impact with the water.
- [NTSB ATL97LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA141.md): Tomlinson Pober Super ACE · Lebanon, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 1997 · N54JT · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to follow normal checklist procedures that resulted in fuel starvation.
- [NTSB ATL97FA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97FA135.md): Cessna 182G · Lexington, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 22, 1997 · N3725U · Substantial damage
  > Improper planning/decision by the pilot, which led to the fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Trees in the emergency landing area were a related factor.
- [NTSB MIA97LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA241.md): Cessna 182B · Paris, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 7, 1997 · N2794G · Substantial damage
  > Temporary loss of engine power for undetermined reasons res ulting in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.
- [NTSB ATL97LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA130.md): Beech 95-A55 · Murfreesboro, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 1, 1997 · N437CG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive airspeed, and improper touch down point during landing, that resulted in the runway end overun. Factors were the wet runway surface, and the embankment at the end of the runway.
- [NTSB MIA97FA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97FA239.md): Beech 95-B55 · Brownsville, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Aug 23, 1997 · N5678K · Destroyed
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight, and his improper in-flight planning/decision, which led to fuel exhaustion and a forced landing at night on unprepared terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, and the lack of a suitable area for an emergency…
- [NTSB ATL97LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA116.md): Piper PA-28-140 · Milan, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1997 · N7294F · Substantial damage
  > The loss of partial engine power due to undetermined reasons. A factor was the favorable atmospheric conditions for carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ATL97LA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA120.md): Cessna 152 · Dunlap, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1997 · N6270H · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ATL97LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA114.md): Hughes 269A · Dandridge, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1997 · N7050D · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to properly plan the approach for landing, which led to a loss of tail rotor authority and directional control, while close to the ground. The tailwind was a related factor.
- [NTSB MIA97LA227](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA227.md): Beech V35B · Tullahoma, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 5, 1997 · N9236Q · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper procedure by not placing the fuel selector on the tank with the most fuel, which resulted in fuel starvation, a forced landing, and impact with a tree.
- [NTSB MIA97LA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA223.md): Boeing A75 · Dayton, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 30, 1997 · N450HP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing rollout resulting in an inadvertent ground loop, and on-ground collision between the left wing and the runway. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's total lack of experience in kind of…
- [NTSB ATL97LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA110.md): Cessna 150L · Portland, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 22, 1997 · N10744 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's attempt to perform a short field takeoff in unsuitable terrain. A related factor was the pilot's desire to impress his co-workers.
- [NTSB ATL97LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA111.md): Avid IV · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 21, 1997 · N913R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff. A factor in the accident was the repositioning of the control stick.
- [NTSB ATL97LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA109.md): Cessna 172M · Athens, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 1997 · N13428 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to initiate a go-around. The pilot's misjudged approach was a factor.
- [NTSB ATL97LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA104.md): Cessna 177RG · Knoxville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1997 · N52120 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight by failing to ensure the oil filler cap was secured during his preflight inspection, and loss of engine oil (oil exhaustion), which resulted in subsequent engine failure. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of…
- [NTSB MIA97LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA210.md): Grumman-Schweizer G-164A · Woodeberry, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1997 · N7981 · Destroyed
  > in-flight collision with a fence during takeoff. Factors in this accident were the pilot's inadequate pre-flight by not calculating the total weight of the airplane, and high temperatures.
- [NTSB CHI97IA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97IA212.md): McDonnell Douglas DC-9-15 · Memphis, TN · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Jul 12, 1997 · N9348 · No damage
  > the spoiler cable was misrouted by unknown maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB ATL97LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA100.md): Beech 55 · Murfreesboro, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1997 · N45CW · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the aircraft braking system due to low brake pressure resulting from the undetermined loss of brake fluid from the brake reservoir.
- [NTSB ATL97LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA094.md): Maule MX-7-180C · Dyersburg, TN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 1, 1997 · N71VF · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision and failure to insure the that airplane would remain clear of trees during the go-around. Factors relating to the accident included: the high temperature, high density altitude, and the proximity of trees.
- [NTSB ATL97LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA091.md): Beech E50 · Tullahoma, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 28, 1997 · N4265R · Substantial damage
  > improper operation of the engine that produced internal damage, and improper servicing of the airplane by the owner/pilot mechanic that resulted in the subsequent mechanical failure of the engine crankshaft counterweight. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB ATL97LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA088.md): Air Tractor AT-402B · Ridgely, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 1997 · N6128W · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight planning in that he failed to account for the high temperature and high density altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. Factors were the tall crops and the ditch.
- [NTSB ATL97LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA078.md): Piper PA-31-350 · Sparta, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 20, 1997 · N4105Q · Substantial damage
  > A fire in the left engine started by a leak in the fuel pump.
- [NTSB MIA97TA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97TA139.md): Bell 204-B · Calderwood, TN · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 16, 1997 · N4580Y · Destroyed
  > The inadequate maintenance inspection of the helicopter resulting in loss of lubrication from the main drive shaft going undetected until failure of the drive shaft.
- [NTSB MIA97LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA127.md): Cessna 182B · Tullahoma, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 10, 1997 · N2515G · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion for undetermined reasons and unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the pilot to divert to an alternate airport while en route after recognizing that the fuel consumed was…
- [NTSB MIA97LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA125.md): McDonnell Douglas DC10-30F · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 9, 1997 · N310FE · Substantial damage
  > A stall buffet or a high speed buffet event which occurred at an undetermined time.
- [NTSB MIA97LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA101.md): Schweizer SGS 1-26E · Benton, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 20, 1997 · N33WP · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain altitude and clearance from the trees on a ridge line.
- [NTSB ATL97LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA050.md): Piper PA-32-300 · Memphis, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 16, 1997 · N1102N · Substantial damage
  > failure of maintenance personnel to properly inspect (and repair) the brake assembly, which allowed a subsequent brake fluid leak and eventual fire.
- [NTSB MIA97LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA098.md): Piper PA-28-181 · Nashville, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 1997 · N2505Q · Substantial damage
  > improper planning/decision by the pilot, by failing to ensure there was sufficient fuel to reach a suitable landing area, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power, a forced landing, and collision with a tree. The faulty fuel indication was a…
- [NTSB MIA97LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97LA090.md): Cessna 172P · Jackson, TN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 1, 1997 · N98991 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout while taxing. The reduced visibility was a factor.
- [NTSB ATL97LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA033.md): Piper PA-28R-200 · Lebanon, TN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 9, 1997 · N1434X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper short, soft field takeof. A factor was the pilot's poor in-flight decision to operate over an overcast until near the airplane's maximum endurance.

## 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 year(c."eventDate") = 1997
  AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'TN' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?state=TN&year=1997

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