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Fatal NTSB investigations: Cessna 182L

42 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Cessna 182L. Aircraft are matched to the registry by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model, so older matches can be wrong.

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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."highestInjuryLevel" = 'Fatal' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072726')) ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC

duckdb -csv -c "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.\"highestInjuryLevel\" = 'Fatal'
    AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072726'))
  ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"

Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.

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."highestInjuryLevel" = 'Fatal'
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072726'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC

Run it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.

NTSB CEN22FA058Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 182L · Bonnerdale, ARThe noninstrument rated pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent impact with terrain.Dec 4, 2021 · N182NS · Destroyed NTSB WPR19FA209Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 182 · Wolf Point, MTThe pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack while maneuvering to land, which resulted in an accelerated aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control.Aug 5, 2019 · N3469R · Destroyed NTSB CEN16FA169Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Carrollton, OHAn in-flight collision with trees and terrain for reasons that could not be determined because no anomalies consistent with a preimpact failure or malfunction were observed during the examination.Apr 24, 2016 · N42411 · Substantial damage NTSB CEN15FA119Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Owen, WIThe flight instructor's decision to initiate flight into forecasted icing conditions in an airplane that was not certified or equipped for flight into icing conditions, which resulted in significant structural ice accumulation to the extent that the airplane…Jan 26, 2015 · N3181R · Substantial damage NTSB WPR14FA303Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Sedona, AZThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance the airplane’s critical angle-of attack while maneuvering through a canyon in high-density altitude conditions at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.Jul 20, 2014 · N42474 · Destroyed NTSB FTW00FA154Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Noble, OKthe failure of both pilots to maintain visual lookout.May 25, 2000 · N45973 · 2 aircraft · Destroyed NTSB LAX00FA099Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Coulterville, CAThe pilot's attempted flight into known adverse weather after receiving hazardous weather advisories, which resulted in inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions while attempting to maintain VFR conditions on top. The subsequent…Feb 14, 2000 · N3324R · Destroyed NTSB ATL95FA003Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Ft. Mcclellan, ALThe pilot's continued VFR flight into IMC conditions, and his failure to maintain a proper altitude over mountainous terrain. Factors were the low ceiling, fog, and drizzle weather conditions, and the mountainous terrain at the accident site.Oct 3, 1994 · N3499R · Destroyed NTSB SEA93FAMS1Accident · 2 fatalMissing aircraftFinal reportCessna 182L · Missing, WAUndetermined.Aug 17, 1993 · N3106R · Destroyed NTSB NYC88FA069Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Waynesburg, PAShortly after departure from runway 26, the aircraft engine failed. The aircraft banked to about 90 degrees, descended and impacted the ground. A flight instructor described the wind as very gusty and varying out of the south at approximately 10-20 knots. The…Jan 24, 1988 · N3467R · Destroyed NTSB LAX88FA088Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Newhall, CAPilots decision to continue VFR flight after encountering instrument meteorological conditions.Jan 17, 1988 · N42450 · Destroyed NTSB LAX87LA058Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Oceano, CAWitnesses stated that while the acft was climbing after takeoff, it appeared to be lower than normal. One witness rprtd that the eng sounded as if it was running rough. Another witness stated that the acft had begun making a left turn when he saw flames…Nov 30, 1986 · N66CF · Destroyed NTSB NYC86FA057Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · So.Glastonbury, CTThe acft was on a VOR instrument apch when it collided with 250 ft high terrain approx 6 miles south of the arpt and approx 2 miles north of the vor/faf. Shortly before the accident the pilot notified ATC that he was in turbulence; then reported he was clear…Jan 3, 1986 · N3349R · Destroyed NTSB ATL83FA095Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Weyers Cave, VAThe acft crashed after takeoff when the engine lost power. The acft had not been flown for several months. An instructorwas invited on the extended cross-country to help the pilot who also had not flown for some time. During the pre-flight a considerable…Feb 3, 1983 · N3440R · Destroyed NTSB FTW83FRG04Accident · 2 fatalFinal reportCessna 182L · Near Mcallen, TXThe aircraft departed Mcallen, TX at 1903 CST to an unknown destination. During departure, it was observed heading northwest. About 1 1/2 hrs later, it was again observed in the vicinity, about 7 miles northwest of Mcallen, TX. Witnesses stated that the plane…Dec 20, 1982 · N42717 · Destroyed NTSB LAX82FA231Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Truckee, CAAt aprx 2015 PDT on 6/13/82, the acft departed petaluma, CA on a ngt, VFR, x-country flt to riverton, WY. An en route stop was planned for elco, NV. No records were fnd of a wx briefing or flt plan. The acft was declared overdue on 6/16/82 & the wreckage was…Jun 14, 1982 · N42488 · Destroyed NTSB LAX82FA027Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Coalinga, CADec 13, 1981 · N42864 · Destroyed NTSB SEA80FA003Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Macks Inn, IDOct 15, 1979 · N42641 · Destroyed NTSB SEA77FA051Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Bellevue, WASep 9, 1977 · N3466R · Destroyed NTSB OAK77FA029Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Bell Station, CANov 14, 1976 · N3187R · Destroyed NTSB FTW77FA008Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Shaw, LAOct 23, 1976 · N42213 · Destroyed NTSB FTW76AF115Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Mullin, TXAug 19, 1976 · N42216 · Destroyed NTSB OAK76AP047Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Feather Falls, CAApr 4, 1976 · N42575 · Destroyed NTSB OAK76AP021Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Vacaville, CAOct 25, 1975 · N182EZ · Destroyed NTSB FTW75AF050Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Slaton, TXJan 23, 1975 · N42337 · Destroyed NTSB NYC75AN064Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182L · White Plains, NYNov 20, 1974 · N3343R · Destroyed NTSB FTW75AF008Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · San Antonio, TXAug 17, 1974 · N42791 · Destroyed NTSB NYC73AN095Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Aylette, VAJan 3, 1973 · N366P · Destroyed NTSB OAK71AP043Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Tahoe City, CAMay 4, 1971 · N3157R · Destroyed NTSB CHI71AC079Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Ionia, MIApr 13, 1971 · N42241 · Destroyed NTSB MKC71AK006Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Pierce, NEAug 8, 1970 · N3364R · Destroyed NTSB CHI70AC087Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Bloomington, INJun 3, 1970 · N3416R · Destroyed NTSB FTW70AF065Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Flatonia, TXApr 18, 1970 · N3302R · Destroyed NTSB LAX70A0038Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · El Cajon, CADec 23, 1969 · N42622 · Destroyed NTSB CHI70A0036Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Chardon, OHNov 23, 1969 · N42037 · Destroyed NTSB IAD70A0027Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Dana, NCOct 15, 1969 · N3379R · Destroyed NTSB FTW70A0015Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Salt Flat, TXAug 29, 1969 · N42981 · Destroyed NTSB DEN70A0013Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Bridger, MTAug 26, 1969 · N3147R · Destroyed NTSB CHI70A0008Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Missing AircraftJul 18, 1969 · N3117R · Destroyed NTSB LAX69A0039Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182L · Patagonia, AZDec 26, 1968 · N42495 · Destroyed NTSB FTW69F0453Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna Wren · Keller, TXJul 20, 1968 · N3472R · Destroyed NTSB MIA68A0085Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Dahlonega, GAApr 10, 1968 · N3152R · Destroyed