NTSB investigations, MA
180,610 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,589 accidents, the rest incidents and other occurrences. Each has NTSB’s narrative and, once the investigation is done, its probable cause; since 2008, its findings and sequence of events.
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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\" = 'MA' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA' 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" = 'MA' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' 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 NYC92DNE01Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportAdvanced Buccaneer SX B1B-503 · Palmer, MAA failed lower rudder attach pivot bolt which resulted in jammed flight controls and an uncontrolled descent into trees.NTSB NYC92FA026Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper L-3 · Plymouth, MAThe improper decision by the non-instrument-rated pilot to attempt VFR flight in instrument meteorological conditions, at a low altitude, which resulted in a collision with the water. Factors related to the accident were: the overconfidence of the pilot in…NTSB NYC92LA018Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-4B7 · Boston, MAA latch failure on a door in the aft galley which allowed a liquor kit to roll forward.NTSB NYC92LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Edgartown, MAImproper recovery from a bounced landing by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were improper use of the flight controls and throttles.NTSB NYC92LA007Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman AA-5A · Boxboro, MAThe pilot's failure to perform an adequate preflight to remove ice/frost from the aircraft wings.NTSB NYC91LA252Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Hadley, MAAn inflight loss of control due to entanglement of a prematurely deployed parachute in the elevator.NTSB NYC91LA247Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas MD-82 · East Boston, MAThe malfunction of an electrical component in the cockpit, which resulted in smoke and the subsequent emergency evacuation of the passengers from the airplane.NTSB NYC91LA236Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Norwood, MAPremature retraction of the wing flaps during a go-around which resulted in an inadvertent stall with insufficient altitude for recovery. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's lack of total experience in make and model, and lack of recent…NTSB NYC91LA226Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Nantucket, MAThe pilot's descent below the ILS glide path and his delay in initiating a missed approach which resulted in collision with the terrain.NTSB NYC91DNA03Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportBeckloff Baby ACE D · Nantucket, MANo narrative included.NTSB NYC91LA191Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C-23 · Williamstown, MAEngine failure as a result of improper engine overhaul performed by other maintenance personnel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain.NTSB NYC91LA189Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHiller UH-12B · Westfield, MAThe pilot's failure to refuel resulting in a power failure due to fuel exhaustion, and subsequent forced landing in unsuitable terrain.NTSB NYC91LA185Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Templeton, MAFuel starvation induced power loss on first the left engine due to a failed fuel fitting and then the right engine due to a worn fuel fitting. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB NYC91FA178Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32RT-300T · Yarmouth, MAThe failure of the number one cylinder fuel injector line due to fatigue cracking induced by corrosion and propagated by cyclic loading which resulted in a total loss of engine power. The corrosion was due to the manufacturer's process of brazing the metal…NTSB NYC91IA137Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 727-214 · Boston, MAThe failure of the third stage turbine blade on the number two engine, due to high cycle fatigue.NTSB NYC91LA132Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 · Groveland, MAImproper use of the flight controls by the pilot and his failure to compensate for the winds.NTSB NYC91FA120Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper J5A · Newbury, MAThe loss of inflight control, which was the result of a jammed right aileron bellcrank assembly. Factors related to the accident were; the improper maintenance of the flight control system, and the incomplete preflight by the pilot.NTSB NYC91DNA02Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportBell 47-G3B1 · Harwich, MAA failure of the clutch during takeoff due to improper maintenance procedures. Factors related to the accident were insufficient altitude to establish an autorotation.NTSB NYC91FA115Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172G · New Bedford, MAThe pilot's improper planning/decision and failure to maintain proper altitude after encountering adverse weather at low altitude. The adverse weather (fog) was a related factor.NTSB NYC91LA105Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170B · Newburyport, MAThe pilot failing to compensate adequately for adverse wind conditions during takeoff.NTSB NYC91FA103Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-31 ATC · Gt. Barrington, MAThe mechanic's improper use of anti-seize compound on the injector nozzle threads which resulted in an engine failure.NTSB NYC91LA088Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA28-400 · Fall River, MAAn improper flare and touchdown point which resulted in an overrun of the runway during the landing roll.NTSB NYC91FA080Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech F-33A · West Brookfield, MAThe decision of the pilot to fly the airplane in conditions that prevented him from seeing and avoiding higher terrain. Factors related to the accident were the pilot's decision to not follow the instrument approach into palmer, and the reduced visibility due…NTSB NYC91LA066Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-33A · Williamstown, MAThe failure of the pilot to retract the speed brakes during the preflight, which resulted in the tow airplane being unable to attain sufficient altitude prior to releasing the glider, and the subsequent landing of the glider on unsuitable terrain.NTSB NYC91LA038Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Marshfield, MAThe partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain in which the emergency landing was made.NTSB NYC91LA039Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Taunton, MAThe pilot attempted to land in a strong cross wind, lost control of the airplane, ran off the runway and hit the VASI system.NTSB NYC91LA028Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · North Hampton, MALoss of directional control after landing.NTSB NYC91DNA01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportBell 47-G3-B · Nantucket, MAA hard landing, after a power loss due to improper use of the carburetor heat control by the pilot.NTSB NYC91LA024Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 8KCAB · Buckland, MAThe pilot's failure to execute an aerobatic maneuver at an altitude sufficient to clear the stand of trees.NTSB NYC91LA014Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson SR8C · Lakeville, MAThe pilot misjudged his altitude above the lake water and allowed the airplane to descend while making a left turn. Factor's related to the accident were: calm winds causing the lake water to be glassy.NTSB NYC90FA231Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Nantucket, MAThe pilot's improper IFR operation in attempting an ILS approach in an airplane not equipped with an ILS glide slope receiver. The weather conditions were factors in the accident.NTSB NYC90DNA05Accident · 2 fatalFinal reportNorth American P-51D · Chatham, MAThe pilot's failure to maintain flying speed which resulted in an accelerated stall and loss of airplane control.NTSB NYC90LA214Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 120 · Southbridge, MAThe pilot improper starting procedures.NTSB NYC90LA208Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper J5 CUB · Douglas, MAA total engine failure when the #3 exhaust valve failed, causing internal damage to the engine. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot had to make a forced landing in unsuitable terrain.NTSB NYC90LA203Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Provincetown, MAThe failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted an inadvertent stall/spin. Probable factors related to the accident were: failure of the pilot to follow procedures/directives, and his lack of proper certification (qualification) for…NTSB NYC90FA199Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31T2 · Mattapan, MAThe pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision, which resulted in his failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors related to the accident were: failure of the left fuel control unit, and the adverse weather conditions.NTSB NYC90LA198Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150L · Norfolk, MAThe pilot in command's failure to maintain airspeed during an aborted landing resulting in an inadvertent stall and descent into trees.NTSB NYC90LA196Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman AA5B · Stow, MAThe pilot's failure to properly plan the approach which resulted in the pilot misjudging the touch down point and landed long.NTSB NYC90LA187Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206B · Fitchburg, MAThe pilot's failure to assure that adequate fuel was on board for the flight.NTSB NYC90DNE04Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportRotorway RW 152 · Southwick, MAA hard landing due to improper use of the rotorcraft flight controls, and the decision to put fuel in only one side.NTSB NYC90LA182Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 58P · Chicopee, MADouble power loss due to improper fueling procedures. Factors relating to the accident were: improper pre-flight actions by the pilot and wrong fuel.NTSB NYC90DNA04Accident · No injuriesFinal reportBell 47G-3B-1 · Hanson, MAThe pilot's loss of control of the helicopter due to the failure of the tail rotor drive shaft.NTSB NYC90FA176Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · North Andover, MAThe controller issued an unauthorized alternate missed approach procedure that did not provide adequate terrain clearance, and the pilot delayed obtaining a proper rate of climb during the missed approach. Factors related to the accident were: darkness and…NTSB NYC90FA171Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportLake LA-4-200 · Gt. Barrington, MAThe pilot in command's failure to properly maintain the engine, the inadequate annual maintenance inspection, low compression, and improper magneto timing. A factor was the resultant deteriorated climb performance.NTSB NYC90LA168Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS-2-33A · Gt. Barrington, MAThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from tree during the precautionary landing. Factor was a loss of thermal lift.NTSB NYC90LA159Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 310R · Hyannis, MAA hard landing due to the pilot stalling the airplane during the landing flare. Contributing to this accident was gusty wind conditions.NTSB NYC90LA157Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Yarmouth, MAA power loss due to fuel starvation. Factors related to the accident were: improper emergency procedures by the pilot and an improperly reading fuel gauge.NTSB NYC90LA155Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 305A · Newburyport, MAFailure of the pilot in command to follow procedures for landing with a banner still attached, contributing to the accident was the improper modification of banner release mechanism.NTSB NYC90LA152Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna C182A · Pepperell, MAInflight collision with terrain during a forced landing after the pilot experienced jammed flaps and a power loss due to the fuel selector being improperly positioned.NTSB NYC90LA141Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech BE-35 · Lawrence, MAThe failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane with an open door. Factors related to the accident was the failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed and the door opening at liftoff.