Final NTSB investigations
180,630 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,609 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.\"completionStatus\" = 'Completed' 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."completionStatus" = 'Completed' 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 ERA20CA232Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportAyres S2R · Perry, GAThe reported malfunction of the aileron flight control system during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB CEN20LA248Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA32R · Zavalla, TXThe non-certificated pilot’s poor decision-making as he attempted to land at an unlit airstrip in night instrument conditions, which resulted in the airplane’s collision with terrain short of the runway.NTSB CEN20CA254Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportVolmer VJ22 · Erie, MIThe pilot's failure to ensure that the amphibious airplane’s wheels were retracted before attempting a water landing, resulting in a nose over during touch down. Contributing to the accident was the lack of a checklist available to the pilot.NTSB CEN20CA253Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBeech 23 · Davenport, IAThe pilot's failure to properly configure the airplane for takeoff, which resulted in the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack, an aerodynamic stall, and subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB WPR20LA196Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportKostrazewa Andre Sonex Light Sport · Centerville, UTThe pilot flying’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted forced landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. The reason for the attempted forced landing could not be determined.NTSB ERA20LA229Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 206 · Coconut Creek, FLThe pilot’s inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to recognize the illumination of the low-fuel caution light.NTSB CEN20CA251Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportSonex Onex · Minneapolis, MNThe pilot's hard landing on the airplane's nosewheel, which jammed the steering, and resulted in a runway excursion and impact with runway lights.NTSB CEN20CA250Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportHatz Hatz CB 1 · Red Wing, MNThe pilot's failure to perform a go around following a bounced landing that resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB WPR20LA194Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Imnaha, ORThe pilot’s excessively high pitch attitude and failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s fatigue and…NTSB WPR20LA193Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportThatcher CX4 · Upland, CAThe inflight separation of the propeller assembly due to a fatigue fracture of the crankshaft. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s restricted visibility during landing, which resulted in an excessive approach speed, a long landing, and subsequent…NTSB WPR20LA191Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportEnstrom 280 · Hayden, IDThe total loss of power while maneuvering at low altitude due to the detonation of two engine cylinders and damaged spark plugs.NTSB WPR20CA198Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportMaule M7 · Yellow Pine, IDThe pilot's improper approach airspeed and landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and subsequent nose over.NTSB WPR20CA195Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCapella XLS · Liberty, UTThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fence post during the initial climb.NTSB CEN20LA245Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182 · Winfield, TXThe total loss of engine power due to the pilot’s improper fuel management, which led to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the low altitude at which the loss of engine power occurred.NTSB CEN20CA247Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCub Crafters CC19-180 · Fredericksburg, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. The pilot being fatigued likely contributed to his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB WPR20LA190Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportSchweizer 269C · North Las Vegas, NVA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB WPR20CA231Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportChad Lewis Kitfox Super Sport · St Anthony, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion, contact with the airport perimeter fence, and subsequent nose over.NTSB WPR20CA192Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportNorth Wing Uum Scout X-C · Rochester, WAThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while on final approach in turbulent conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent hard landing.NTSB ERA20CA225Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Hollywood, FLThe student pilot's improper landing flare, and failure to recover from the ensuing bounced landing, which resulted in a subsequent nose landing gear collapse.NTSB CEN20CA244Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCoyote S-6ES · Pisgah, IAThe uncertificated pilot's failure to attain/maintain a proper angle-of-attack during an initial climb that resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB ERA20CA226Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna 150 · Shelby, NCThe pilot's inadequate preflight and inflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion.NTSB ERA20CA224Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Burlington, VTThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll in crosswind conditions.NTSB ERA20CA223Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportPiper PA18 · Monroe, NCThe pilot's inadequate assessment of the landing area, which resulted in the airplane's encounter with tall weeds during landing and a subsequent nose-over.NTSB WPR20LA189Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAerospatiale SA342J · Minden, NVThe total loss of engine power due to a surge; the reason for the surge could not be determined based on available information. Contributing to the helicopter damage was the total loss of power while the pilot was transitioning through an altitude and…NTSB CEN20CA240Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportSchweizer 269C · Sheffield, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a fence while hovering.NTSB ERA20CA222Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBeech 77 · Elizabethton, TNThe student pilot's decision to continue from visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees and mountainous terrain.NTSB CEN20LA239Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 150 · Millersport, OHThe loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN20CA238Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportGreat Lakes 2T 1A · Cambridge, OHThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway and striking a ditch.NTSB ERA20CA227Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Churchville, MDThe student pilot's improper landing flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB CEN20CA236Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBellanca 1730A · Martinton, ILThe pilot's improper decision to conduct an off-field precautionary landing.NTSB WPR20LA187Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 310 · Coeur D Alene, IDImproper maintenance of the landing gear system which resulted in a partial gear collapse during landing.NTSB ERA20LA220Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRobinson R66 · Pikeville, NCThe pilot’s failure to see and avoid a small diameter wire during low altitude agricultural spraying operations. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s insufficient property survey.NTSB WPR20CA185Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportVans RV 6 · Clovis, NMThe pilot's improper landing flare which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and subsequent runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s aft center of gravity at the time of the accident.NTSB ERA20LA219Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 152 · McAlpin, FLThe pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff after recognizing poor airplane acceleration, the reason for which could not be determined based on available evidence. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s likely inadvertent initiation of the takeoff with the…NTSB CEN20LA234Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT402 · Pine Bluff, ARThe pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which led to an aerodynamic stall and a loss of airplane control. Contributing was a partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN20CA235Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCub Crafters CCX-2000-0086 · Gypsom, COThe pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during landing in gusting wind conditions.NTSB CEN20CA233Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportPiper J3C-65 · Mount Victory, OHThe pilot's inadequate planning, and his failure to secure the airplane prior to hand-starting the engine.NTSB ANC20CA061Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportBeech A36 · Chignik Lagoon, AKThe pilot's improper approach, which resulted in a long landing and a runway overrun.NTSB WPR20CA184Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna P210 · Maricopa, AZThe pilot's failure to extend the airplane’s retractable landing gear before landing.NTSB ERA20LA217Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT502 · Atmore, ALThe pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, spin, and loss of control.NTSB CEN20CA232Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportPiper PA46 · Ely, MNThe pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing and the nose landing gear collapse during a gusty landing.NTSB CEN20CA231Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportDestiny XLT · Frankfort, OHThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the powered parachute, which resulted in his takeoff with twisted riser lines and impaired aircraft control.NTSB CEN20CA230Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportRobinson R22 · El Campo, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the rice vegetation, which resulted in the helicopter's impact with terrain.NTSB WPR20CA183Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna 310 · Butte, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fence post during final approach which resulted in a damage to the left main landing gear, and its subsequent collapse during landing.NTSB ERA20LA230Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA46 · Williston, FLThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose landing gear collapse.NTSB ERA20LA216Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 47G · Atoka, TNA total loss of engine power due to a blocked fuel line; the reason for the blockage could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB ANC20LA060Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 180 · Fairbanks, AKThe pilot’s failure to utilize carburetor heat while flying in conditions conducive carburetor to icing, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR20CA188Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportCessna 177RG · Lynden, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing approach, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack, an aerodynamic stall, hard landing, and a landing gear collapse.NTSB ERA20CA215Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportPipistrel Pipistrel Sinus 912 · Brookline, NHThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while landing with a quartering tailwind, which resulted in a loss of control and a hard landing.NTSB ERA20CA214Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · Data collectionFinal reportWaco YMF F5C · Ghent, NYA loss of directional control on takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with trees.