# Final NTSB investigations, 2007

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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## Latest cases

- [NTSB SEA08CA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA056.md): Piper PA-12 · Santa Ana, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 31, 2007 · N2800D · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the student to maintain directional control during landing and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.
- [NTSB NYC08FA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08FA071.md): Bell 206L-3 · Cherokee, AL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 2007 · N109AE · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during an out-of-ground-effect hover. Contributing to the accident was a loss of tail rotor effectiveness.
- [NTSB LAX08FA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08FA043.md): Cirrus Design SR22 · Paso Robles, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 30, 2007 · N254SR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's encounter with isolated moderate (or greater) turbulence, updrafts, and downdrafts associated with localized mountain wave conditions at low altitude, and, his failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the encounter that resulted in an…
- [NTSB CHI08CA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA057.md): Lerohl RV-8 · Alexandria, MN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 30, 2007 · N5093F · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB DFW08LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA052.md): Althouse RAF 2000 GTX · Crowley, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 29, 2007 · N136DG · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm while maneuvering, which resulted in a loss of rotor blade rigidity.
- [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 DEN08CA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA045.md): Piper PA-46-310P · Gunnison, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 29, 2007 · N33MF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff resulting in the airplane hitting a snowbank and subsequently, the ground.
- [NTSB CHI08CA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA058.md): Cessna 172F · Crystal Falls, MI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 29, 2007 · N8191U · Substantial damage
  > The rough, unsuitable terrain encountered during the landing which resulted in the total failure of the nose landing gear.
- [NTSB CHI08CA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA056.md): Ercoupe 415D · Abingdon, IL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 29, 2007 · N94131 · Substantial damage
  > The loose clamp on the throttle cable which prevented application of engine power. A factor in the accident was the low altitude when the throttle cable slipped.
- [NTSB SEA08LA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA054.md): Hein Sonex · Murrieta, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 28, 2007 · N365SX · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DFW08CA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA051.md): Cessna 172 · Houston, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 28, 2007 · N1458U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. A contributing factor was prevailing crosswind.
- [NTSB OPS08IA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OPS08IA004.md): Gulfstream American G5 · Teterboro, NJ · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 27, 2007 · N90AM · 2 aircraft · No damage
  > The probable cause of this incident was the TEB tower local controller's failure to ensure that the runway was free of all known ground vehicles, equipment, and personnel before permitting a departing aircraft to start takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CHI08FA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08FA055.md): Cessna 310R · Traverse City, MI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 27, 2007 · N37249 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath during the instrument approach, which led to his loss of control and subsequent impact with trees and terrain.
- [NTSB SEA08CA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA052.md): Cessna 172S · Fullerton, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N13974 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB NYC08LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA070.md): Cessna 182R · Pittstown, NJ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N9412X · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA08LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA032.md): Mooney M20E · Sarasota, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N5875Q · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to contamination in the fuel filter.
- [NTSB MIA08CA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA045.md): Cessna 172P · Northampton, MA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N5425K · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll and inadequate supervision by the CFI.
- [NTSB DEN08IA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08IA044.md): Piper PA-46-310P · Aspen, CO · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N47BC · Minor damage
  > The failure of the crankshaft due to fatigue. The fatigue crack initiation was not determined.
- [NTSB ANC08LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA030.md): Piper PA-22-150 · North Pole, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 2007 · N7637D · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during an attempted go-around, resulting in a forced landing and a collision with snow-covered terrain. A factor associated with the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA08LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA051.md): Airbus Industrie A330-323 · Honolulu, HI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 25, 2007 · N819NW · No damage
  > The failure of the two flight attendants in the aft galley to understand the lead flight attendant's instructions, which resulted in them not being seated when the flight encountered convectively induced severe turbulence. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB SEA08LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA050.md): Mcdonnell Douglas DC-9-83 · Ontario, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 25, 2007 · N943AS · No damage
  > The lack of turbulence forecasts available to the flight crew, which resulted in the flight attendants not being seated when the flight encountered severe terrain-induced turbulence. Contributing to the accident were the terrain-induced turbulence, the…
- [NTSB NYC08IA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08IA069.md): Piper PA-32R · Destin, FL · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 24, 2007 · N8158B · Minor damage
  > An in-flight fire due to a fractured fuel injector line as a result of an unauthorized repair to the line.
- [NTSB CHI08CA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA059.md): Infinity Commander · Hot Springs Vlg, AR · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 24, 2007 · N719AR · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not maintaining clearance/altitude from the trees during takeoff initial climb. Factors were the trees and reported turbulent winds.
- [NTSB SEA08CA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA053.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Truckee, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 23, 2007 · N9086Y · Substantial damage
  > The loss of partial engine power during cruise for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the snow covered terrain.
- [NTSB DEN08CA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA043.md): Champion 7GCAA · Gallup, NM · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 23, 2007 · N8305V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature landing flare and an inadvertent stall/mush. A contributing factor is pilot's lack of recent night experience.
- [NTSB ANC08LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA029.md): Cessna 185 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 23, 2007 · N572E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi. Contributing to the accident were rough and uneven terrain, and an excessive taxispeed.
- [NTSB SEA08CA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA055.md): Brooks Exec 162F · Santa Maria, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 22, 2007 · N66012 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during hover. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in rotorcraft.
- [NTSB NYC08CA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA068.md): Cessna 170B · Alton, NH · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 22, 2007 · N3070A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance above a frozen lake while maneuvering. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's attempt of the low altitude maneuver, and unfavorable lighting conditions.
- [NTSB NYC08CA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA067.md): Mooney M20F · Carrollton, GA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 22, 2007 · N9371M · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's descent below the glidepath during the approach, which resulted in a collision with terrain. Contributing factors included the pilot's diverted attention, pilot fatigue, and the night lighting conditions.
- [NTSB MIA08CA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA040.md): Agusta A109 · ST. Augustine, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 22, 2007 · N109SK · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain a visual lookout while taxiing.
- [NTSB LAX08CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA041.md): Found Acft FBA-2C2 · Holbrook, AZ · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 22, 2007 · N418MS · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop.
- [NTSB DFW08CA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA049.md): Cessna 182 · Austin, TX · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 22, 2007 · N212CG · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A contributing factor was the gusting winds.
- [NTSB LAX08CA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA040.md): Eldredge Aircamper SDE · Sahuarita, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N7229R · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed. A contributing factor was the pilot's distraction due to the presence of an automobile, which appeared to encroach upon the runway environment.
- [NTSB DFW08LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA134.md): Cessna 310 · Glenwood, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N28836 · Destroyed
  > A loss of control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the marginal weather conditions in the area at the time of the accident.
- [NTSB DFW08CA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA048.md): Portman RV-7A · ELmendorf, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N131RV · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the nose landing gear. A contributing factor was the mound/uneven runway surface.
- [NTSB DFW08CA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA047.md): Cessna 210 · Medford, OK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N5957F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt a night landing without runway lighting. A contributing factor was inoperative runway lights.
- [NTSB DEN08CA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA046.md): Robinson R22 Beta · Pueblo, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N844SH · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in a hard landing.
- [NTSB CHI08FA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08FA054.md): Piper PA-32R-300 · Warrens, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 21, 2007 · N1919H · Destroyed
  > The decision by the pilot to fly into known adverse weather, and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation. Contributing factors include the clouds and the night conditions.
- [NTSB NYC08CA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08CA066.md): Piper PA28-180 · Blue Bell, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 20, 2007 · N4814L · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB DFW08LA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA046.md): Cessna 152 · Fort Worth, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 20, 2007 · N49962 · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB CHI08FA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08FA053.md): Beech V35B · Springfield, IL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 20, 2007 · N17784 · Destroyed
  > The loss of control during an instrument approach due to spatial disorientation.
- [NTSB ANC08TA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08TA028.md): Douglas DC-3T · McMurdo Station, AY · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Dec 20, 2007 · C-FMKB · Substantial damage
  > The captain's decision to lift off before attaining a proper airspeed, resulting in a loss of control during takeoff.
- [NTSB MIA08CA046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA046.md): Cessna Citation 510 · Pittsburgh, PA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 19, 2007 · N13616 · Substantial damage
  > The flight crew's inadequate preflight, which failed to detect the blockage of the left wing's fuel vent port.
- [NTSB MIA08CA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA031.md): Cessna 310P · Dunnellon, FL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 19, 2007 · N5811M · Substantial damage
  > The improper installation of the right main landing gear scissors by company maintenance personnel, resulting in the collapse of the right main landing gear during takeoff.
- [NTSB LAX08CA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA039.md): Cessna 310R · Phoenix, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 19, 2007 · N5499J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of a wrong taxi route, inadequate visual lookout, failure to maintain separation from ground obstacles, and excessive taxi speed.
- [NTSB MIA08CA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08CA030.md): Cessna 172N · Talladega, AL · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 18, 2007 · N2180E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
- [NTSB ANC08LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA027.md): Cessna 208B · Bethel, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 18, 2007 · N5187B · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to adequately remove frost contamination from the airplane, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain during an emergency landing after takeoff.
- [NTSB DCA08IA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DCA08IA019.md): Embraer 145 · Jamaica, NY · Incident · No injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 17, 2007 · N272SK · Minor damage
  > the failure of the elevator control rods due to exposure to high winds while the aircraft was parked overnight. Contributing to this incident was the failure of the existing airworthiness directive to adequately detect this discrepancy given the known…
- [NTSB CHI08LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08LA051.md): Bombardier CL-600-2B19 · Chicago, IL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 17, 2007 · N918SW · Substantial damage
  > The tug driver's failure to yield the right-of-way to the airplane prior to crossing the active taxiway as required by airport procedures, and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance with the airplane. A contributing factor was the presence of the tug on…
- [NTSB ANC08IA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08IA026.md): Beech 1900 · Aniak, AK · Incident · Minor injuries · Incident investigation · Final report · Dec 17, 2007 · N111AX · No damage
  > A hazardous leak from carbon dioxide cylinders due to the failure of the flight crew to properly load and secure the cylinders, resulting in crew incapacitation. Factors contributing to the incident were improper hazardous materials procedures used by the…

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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 year(c."eventDate") = 2007
  AND c."completionStatus" = 'Completed'
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?status=final&year=2007

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