NTSB investigations, 1997
180,616 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,594 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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 1997 ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"
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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 year(c."eventDate") = 1997 ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
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NTSB CHI97LA274Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Flushing, MIthe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were the tailwind, the pilot's runway selection, and the hangar.NTSB ATL97LA126Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGulfstream-Schweizer G-164C · Beaufort, NCfailure of the pilot to ensure the tailwheel was properly locked, while taking off on an asphalt runway, which led to loss of directional control and a ground swerve.NTSB SEA97FA196Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSouthern Aero UH-1B · Skykomish, WAA fatigue fracture in the main rotor mast, which resulted in an in flight separation of the main rotor from the helicopter. Contributing to the accident was insufficient Federal Aviation Administration airworthiness standards and requirements for the aircraft.NTSB NYC97LA171Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportLorello Genesis · Columbia Statn, OHThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed.NTSB LAX97LA306Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Bullhead City, AZThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind,NTSB FTW97LA332Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPitts S-2B · Mountain View, ARFuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB FTW97LA331Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-802A · Pineland, TXfailure of the right main wheel brake, during the landing roll. A factor relating to the accident was: the pilot's failure (or inability) to maintain directional control of the airplane, after loss of right braking action.NTSB FTW97LA328Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFingerhut Revolution Mini 500 · Huffman, TXThe disengagement of the helicopter's collective control tube due to improper installation by the builder. Factors were the lack of sufficient information provided by the kit manufacturer and the pilot's inability to cushion the landing.NTSB FTW97FA330Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSouthwest Florida SW204 · Manila, ARFatigue failure of the main rotor blade resulting in the in-flight separation of the main rotor system due to the use of an unairworthy blade, and failure of the maintenance personnel who modified the rotor blade and the mechanic who complied with the…NTSB CHI97LA282Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Portage, WIthe pilot's inadequate preflight preparation, and subsequent fuel exhaustion. Factors relating to this accident were: the guard rail, the highway, and the ditch.NTSB ANC97LA135Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185E · Igiugig, AKfailure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, during a maneuvering turn at low altitude, which resulted in an accelerated stall and subsequent collision with the terrain. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of altitude to recover from the…NTSB FTW97LA329Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFairchild Heli-Porter PC6/B2-H2 · Gillette, WYFailure by the pilot in command to follow procedures and retrim the stabilizer for landing.NTSB CHI97LA273Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 188B · South Haven, MIfailure of a connecting rod in the engine assembly, which resulted in loss of engine power and a forced landing. Factors relating to the accident were: lack of a recommended engine overhaul, and the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.NTSB CHI97FA272Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportKellums Sonerai 1 · Scottsburg, INa loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the student pilot's failure to maintain airspeed greater than the stalling speed for the airplane. A factor relating to this accident was the student pilot's lack of total experience.NTSB ATL97LA125Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · West Palm Beach, FLthe flight instructor's (CFI's) inaccurate assessment of fuel available for the flight, and his improper in-flight planning/decision by continuing the training flight with minimal fuel, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power.NTSB ANC97LA133Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185E · King Salmon, AKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing the oversize tire equipped airplane on dry, newly surfaced, asphalt.NTSB ANC97LA132Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Palmer, AKbinding or braking action of the left brake for undetermined reason(s).NTSB NYC97FA170Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 337B · Warren Township, NJthe pilot's loss of control in flight for undetermined reasons and the subsequent collision with terrain.NTSB LAX97LA305Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Mecca, CAfuel exhaustion as a result of the student pilot's inadequate preflight and failure to refuel.NTSB LAX97LA304Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWalton Velocity STD/FG · Chino Valley, AZa loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB LAX97LA302Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Kenwood, CAthe pilot's improper planning/decision, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a forced landing, due to an inadequate supply of fuel.NTSB LAX97LA301Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech H35 · Goleta, CAwas a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB FTW97LA321Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-400 · Sudan, TXThe loss of engine power due to the failure of a compressor turbine blade. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB ANC97LA131Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 185F · Barrow, AKthe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in a ground swerve and damage to the airplane. A factor relating to the accident was: the crosswind condition.NTSB SEA97LA195Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170 · Elk City, IDOil starvation of the engine due to undetermined reasons, which led to the failure and separation of a main bearing and a connecting rod. A factor contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a successful forced landing.NTSB LAX97IA300Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportAirbus Industrie A300 B4-203 · Los Angeles, CASeparation of the landing gear tire tread and subsequent ingestion of the tread into the intake of the engine.NTSB IAD97FA112Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportClassic YMF-5 · Ocean City, MDThe pilot performed an aerobatic maneuver at a low altitude, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.NTSB FTW97LA327Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R22 Beta · Terrell, TXthe student pilot's premature flare for landing from an autorotation, and the ensuing loss of rotor rpm, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor relating to the accident was: partial loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s).NTSB CHI97LA269Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177 · Maple Lake, MNthe pilot failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing and his improper recovery from the bounced landing. Factors associated with the accident were the night conditions and the pilot lack of recent experience with night operations.NTSB ATL97LA129Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKolb FIRESTAR-II · Albany, GAthe pilot's physical impairment, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which led to a stall and ground impact.NTSB ATL97LA124Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 414A · Anderson, SCthe pilot misjudged distance and speed on final approach to land and failed to attain a proper touchdown point during the landing, which resulted in an overrun of the runway and collision with a fence. A related factor was the loss of engine power during…NTSB ATL97LA123Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportJurka P51D Mustang · Fort Pierce, FLloss of engine power for undetermined reason(s); and failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, while starting to maneuver for an emergency landing, which resulted in loss of aircraft control (stall) and collision with terrain.NTSB ANC97LA130Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170A · Iliamna, AKthe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in a ground swerve and overload failure of the right main landing gear. Factors related to the accident were: the…NTSB ANC97LA129Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-300 · Bethel, AKthe pilot's improper selection of a fuel tank that did not contain fuel, which resulted in subsequent fuel starvation and loss of engine power. A factor relating to the accident was: the inability to reach suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB NYC97LA169Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Spencerport, NYfailure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane, while landing. The crosswind was a related factor.NTSB MIA97FA239Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech 95-B55 · Brownsville, TNthe pilot's inadequate preflight, and his improper in-flight planning/decision, which led to fuel exhaustion and a forced landing at night on unprepared terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, and the lack of a suitable area for an emergency…NTSB IAD97LA113Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHaines Revolution Mini 500 · N Philadelphia, OHA leak on the exhaust manifold which resulted in a loss of engine power.NTSB FTW97LA326Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206B · Oak Grove, LAThe disconnect of the #5 tail rotor drive segment due to the debonding of the joint between the shaft tube and the flange fitting. Factors were the improper bead blasting of the tail rotor drive segment by an unknown maintenance personnel, and the lack of…NTSB FTW97LA325Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-180 · Marietta, OKThe pilot's failure to follow procedures/directives for takeoff. Factors were the runway's rough/uneven condition and the hilly terrain on the departure end of the runway.NTSB FTW97LA324Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Delta, COFailure by the pilot to properly plan for the flight in that the fuel aboard was insufficient for the planned flight. Factors were: inaccurate fuel gauges and terrain condition for the forced landing.NTSB CHI97LA267Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWsk Pzl Mielec M-18A · Coopersville, MIthe pilot inadequate fuel system management which led to a fuel starvation.NTSB ANC97LA128Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHelio H-295 · Fort Yukon, AKfailure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in a swerve and collision with a tree as the pilot continued the takeoff, subsequently jamming the stabilator and causing the plane to crash in water.NTSB LAX97LA299Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210E · Oxnard, CAThe failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure a fuel supply line during a 100-hour inspection and the failure of inspection personnel to detect the loose fitting.NTSB LAX97LA298Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech H35 · Vacaville, CAThe pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply which resulted in fuel starvation. A contributing factor was inoperative fuel gauges.NTSB CHI97LA271Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 1-26E · Zionsville, INfailure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall and subsequent spin. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in this make and model of glider.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 NYC97LA168Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Blairsville, PAthe pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations and improper in-flight planning/decision, which led to fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power, and a forced landing.NTSB MIA97LA238Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-34-200 · Kissimmee, FLa hard landing resulting in a wing contacting the runway. A factor in this accident was the nose landing gear would not extend due to the steering ball being off its track.NTSB MIA97IA237Incident · Minor injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-300 · Tampa, FLin-flight collision with a bird.NTSB LAX97LA297Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172RG · Lancaster, CAImproper flare.