NTSB investigations, AK
143 cases where the first occurrence was “On ground/water collision with object”.
Cases per year
| 1982 | 5 |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 4 |
Where
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Query with SQL
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.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'AK' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o.\"occurrenceNumber\" = 1 AND o.\"occurrenceCode\" = 310)
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."eventStateOrRegion" = 'AK' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT o.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_occurrences.parquet' o WHERE o."occurrenceNumber" = 1 AND o."occurrenceCode" = 310) 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 ANC07LA008Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 747-228F · Anchorage, AKThe failure of the deicing truck crew to maintain sufficient distance from the parked airplane during deicing, which resulted in a collision and substantial damage to the airplane.NTSB ANC06LA076Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Dillingham, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in the airplane's tailwheel snagging a rope during the takeoff run, and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain. A factor contributing to the accident was a rope that was positioned…NTSB ANC06CA053Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 207 · Akiachak, AKThe failure of the driver of an all terrain vehicle to maintain adequate visual lookout while maneuvering on the ramp, which resulted in a collision with the parked accident airplane's elevator.NTSB ANC06LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna S-550 · Anchorage, AKA failure of the driver of a snowplow vehicle to maintain adequate visual lookout while maneuvering on an airport hangar ramp, which resulted in a collision with the accident airplane as it was being marshaled into parking.NTSB ANC06CA013Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in an on ground collision with trees during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were the icy and snow-covered terrain.NTSB ANC06CA008Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 185 · Skwentna, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable taxi area, which resulted in an encounter with a hidden obstruction, and an on-ground collision with trees while taxiing to takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were trees and a hidden obstruction.NTSB ANC05CA108Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Aleknagik, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind conditions during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in an on ground collision with a tree. Factors associated with the accident are the gusty crosswind, and the pilot's failure to maintain…NTSB ANC05CA102Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-32-301 · Karluk, AKA collision with a deer on the runway during the landing roll, which resulted in substantial damage to the tail of the airplane.NTSB ANC05CA089Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 207A · Excursion Inlet, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a building during taxi from landing, which resulted in structural damage to the left wing when it struck the building.NTSB ANC05CA069Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 170 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a sign while taxiing from landing, which resulted in an on ground collision with the sign.NTSB ANC04CA114Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportde Havilland DHC-2 · Willow, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in an on-ground collision with trees during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident were trees.NTSB ANC04LA100Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-14 · Cordova, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during taxi, which resulted in a collision with a runway marker sign. A factor contributing to the accident was sunglare in the pilot's eyes.NTSB ANC03LA122Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Cape Yakataga, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for departure, which resulted in a collision with a log during the takeoff roll. Factors contribuiting to the accident were the presence of hidden obstructions, and sunglare.NTSB ANC03LA043Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportde Havilland DHC-6 · Anchorage, AKThe failure of the captain to maintain adequate clearance between the airplane's wingtip and a parked vehicle. A factor contributing to the accident was the failure of ground personnel to utilize a wing walker as prescribed in company policy when aircraft are…NTSB ANC03LA017Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Chenega Bay, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance which resulted in the airplane colliding with a tree and a berm.NTSB ANC03CA006Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain proper alignment on the taxiway and clearance from the taxiway edge lights while taxiing from landing. A factor contributing to the accident was sun glare.NTSB ANC02LA116Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Nikolai, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain while taxiing for takeoff, which precipitated an on ground collision with a tree stump. Factors contributing to the accident were soft terrain and the presence of tree stumps.NTSB ANC02LA115Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportde Havilland DHC-3 · Tenakee Springs, AKThe pilot's misjudgment of the airplane's speed/distance from a dock resulting in the airplane drifting into a wooden piling during a taxi from landing. A factor in the accident was the presence of a tidal current.NTSB ANC02LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Chickaloon, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from ground obstructions while taxiing. A factor contributing to the accident was excessive taxi speed.NTSB ANC02LA071Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Dillingham, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable area for taxiing, which resulted in running the airplane's float aground. Factors contributing to the accident were the hidden obstructions underwater, and the excessive taxi speed.NTSB ANC02LA031Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Fairbanks, AKThe pilots improper starting procedure. Factors associated with the accident are the continued operation of the airplane with a known mechanical deficiency, and failure to use wheel chocks and/or tie-down rope/straps to restrain the airplane during the engine…NTSB ANC01LA143Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206 · Paxson, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a sign while taxiing after landing in mixed rain and snow. Factors associated with the accident are reduced visibility conditions due to the snow and rain.NTSB ANC01LA090Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185 · Yakutat, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area. A factor associated with the accident were trees.NTSB ANC01LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Pilot Point, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, and failure to maintain clearance. A factor associated with the accident was a vehicle mounted gantry.NTSB ANC01LA067Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Minto, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and an excessive descent rate resulting in a hard landing during an aborted takeoff. Factors in the accident were a collision of the airplane's float assembly with an unknown object, and the pilot's…NTSB ANC01LA064Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable taxi area during taxi. A factor associated with the accident was a tree.NTSB ANC01TA048Accident · No injuriesFinal reportde Havilland DHC-2 · Anchorage, AKA failure of the pilot to maintain adequate distance/clearance from a cement barricade while taxiing into a parking spot after landing. A factor was the presence of a barricade adjacent to the parking spot.NTSB ANC01LA013Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft BC12-D · Juneau, AKThe pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, and his inadequate preflight planning/preparation. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area.NTSB ANC01LA009Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCurtis-Wright C-46F · Port Alsworth, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance during taxi. A factor associated with the accident was trees.NTSB ANC01LA001Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-160 · Naknek, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area. Factors associated with the accident were wet and soft terrain.NTSB ANC00LA113Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-3 · Yakutat, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. Factors associated with the accident were the oil sprayed windshield, the sunglare, and an object in the water which the pilot did not see.NTSB ANC00LA062Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions, and his excessive use of brakes during landing. A factor associated with the accident was the trees alongside the landing area.NTSB ANC00LA005Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Bethel, AKThe failure of the driver of the forklift to maintain an adequate visual outlook.NTSB ANC99LA153Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Bethel, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain a visual lookout for a parked airplane during taxi.NTSB ANC99LA132Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Ninilchik, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area. A factor associated with this accident was the sunglare.NTSB ANC99LA063Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft F-19 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot misjudging the taxi clearance between the airplane's wingtip and the parked vehicle.NTSB ANC99LA020Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31-350 · Anchorage, AKThe failure of the driver of a vehicle to maintain an adequate visual lookout.NTSB ANC99FA012Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportBoeing 747-400 · Anchorage, AKThe excessive taxi speed by the pilot of the other aircraft. A factor associated with the accident was the other pilot's inadequate maneuver to avoid the parked airplane.NTSB ANC98LA158Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-20 · Mcgrath, AKThe failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during takeoff. Factors involved in the accident were a crosswind, and the trees adjacent to the takeoff area.NTSB ANC98LA151Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff and his failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance.NTSB ANC98LA149Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Sleetmute, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for departure. A factor in the accident was a narrow runway.NTSB ANC98LA146Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Kotzebue, AKThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. A factor in the accident was sunglare as the pilot landed into the sun.NTSB ANC98LA111Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft BC12-D · Tyonek, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor associated with the accident were willow trees near the airstrip.NTSB ANC98LA085Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLockheed L-382G · Huslia, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain proper alignment of the airplane during the landing roll.NTSB ANC98LA023Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-300 · Naknek, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout. Factors in the accident were flat lighting conditions, and inadequate airport facilities.NTSB ANC98LA010Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31-T3 · Tyonek, AKAn on-ground collision with an animal (moose). Factors in the accident were night VFR conditions that restricted the pilot's visual lookout, and the lack of an airport perimeter fence.NTSB ANC97LA127Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFairchild SA227-AC · Anchorage, AKthe baggage tug driver's disregard for wet taxiway/ramp conditions, which resulted in his inability to avoid a taxiing airplane as he came around the end of a concourse building. Darkness, rain, and the wet ramp conditions were related factors.NTSB ANC97LA094Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHelio H295 · Ekwok, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable area for takeoff.NTSB ANC97IA011Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcDonnell Douglas MD-80 · Anchorage, AKThe ground crew's failure to maintain communication with the flight crew while loading cargo after pushback and engine start, and the ground and flightcrew's failure to follow the procedure outlined in their manuals concerning use of marshallers during…NTSB ANC97LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Anchorage, AKfailure of the pilot to maintain adequate distance from an airport sign, while taxiing on an unfamiliar airport.