NTSB investigations, CA
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.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'CA' 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" = 'CA' 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 WPR19FA172Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportNanchang CJ6 · Porter Ranch, CAThe pilot’s continued flight into marginal visual meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.NTSB WPR19LA166Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 210 · Romona, CAA total loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of the failure of an oil filter adapter fiber gasket.NTSB WPR19FA163Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA28 · Antioch, CAA loss of control while conducting low-altitude, high-speed maneuvers.NTSB GAA19CA333Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA22 · Riverside, CAThe pilot's failure to the maintain the runway heading during landing with a crosswind, which resulted in impact with runway lighting and a subsequent ground loop during the landing roll.NTSB GAA19CA324Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDavid Shotwell Murphy · South Lake Tahoe, CAThe pilot's failure to properly tighten his seat belt, which allowed him to slide forward in his seat and resulted in his inadvertent application of excessive brake application during the landing roll and a subsequent noseover.NTSB WPR19FA161Accident · 1 fatalClass 2 · FieldFinal reportLockwood Aircam · Hemet, CAThe pilot/builder's improper installation of the left wing during the build process, which resulted in the wing failing during takeoff.NTSB WPR19LA160Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 150 · Davis City, CAA total loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to proceed with the flight after discovering the contaminated…NTSB GAA19CA108Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDe Havilland DHC 2 · Hollister, CAThe pilot's failure to retract the amphibious float's landing gear wheels before landing on the water. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use the after takeoff and before landing checklists.NTSB WPR19LA155Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 150 · Garberville, CAA total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB GAA19CA284Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer 269C · Riverside, CAThe student pilot's failure to maintain yaw control and the engine's rpm during transition to a hover, which resulted in hard landing.NTSB WPR19FA146Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportAviat A1 · Santa Ynez, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain during cruise flight in low visibility and mountainous obscuration conditions.NTSB WPR19FA145Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportGrumman G164 · Pleasant Grove, CAThe failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other airplane, which resulted in a midair collision.NTSB GAA19CA247Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Auburn, CAThe pilot's improper retraction of the flaps during a go-around and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB WPR19LA137Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportGrumman G164 · Sutter, CAA loss of engine power due to the in-flight separation of the fuel control unit interconnect rod for reasons that could not be determined due to lack of available evidence.NTSB WPR19LA135Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 206 · Oxnard, CAThe pilot’s inability to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering at a low altitude due to reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence.NTSB GAA19CA241Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportStemme S 10 · Sonoma, CAThe pilot's improper decision to land with a tailwind and his failure to maintain a proper approach, which resulted in a long landing, a runway overrun, and impact with a tree.NTSB WPR19LA129Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportStorch FL-156C · Upland, CAThe pilot’s improper installation of the No. 3 cylinder valve cover, which resulted in an oil leak, oil starvation, and a subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB WPR19FA126Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 182 · Mill Creek, CAA total loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of the failure of a gasket on the oil filter adapter and the pilot’s inability to clear power lines during the emergency landing.NTSB GAA19CA372Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna T206 · Porterville, CAThe pilot's failure to verify that the rear cargo portion of the right cabin door was adequately secured before flight, which resulted in both portions of the door opening in flight and substantial damage to the fuselage.NTSB GAA19CA282Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Edwards Air Force Base, CAAn undetermined event, which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.NTSB GAA19CA228Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 7GCAA · Lincoln, CAThe pilot receiving instruction's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in an attempted go-around and collision with a trench, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the landing.NTSB WPR19FA121Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportTL Ultralight Sro Stingsport · Madera, CAThe pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during the simulated engine failure on initial climb after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control at too low of an altitude to recover.NTSB WPR19FA118Accident · 1 fatalClass 2 · FieldFinal reportNorthrop N9M · Norco, CAThe pilot's loss of control for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR19LA117Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportNanchang CJ 6 · Grass Valley, CAA loss of brake control due to fatigue fracture of the brake control cable, which resulted in the separation of the cable from the brake handle.NTSB WPR19FA115Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech 60 · Fullerton, CAThe pilot’s use of an unapproved elevator control lock device, and his failure to remove that device and correctly position the elevator before flight, which resulted in a loss of control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was his failure to perform…NTSB WPR19TA110Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3Final reportKubicek BB100 · St. Helena, CAThe balloon pilot's encounter with unforecasted wind, which resulted in his decision to land in unsuitable terrain and a subsequent hard landing. Contributing to the severity of passenger injury was the pilot’s failure to provide a proper safety briefing.NTSB WPR19LA108Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportEuropa XS · Winters, CAThe pilot's failure to properly install a wrist pin circlip, which resulted in internal damage to the No. 5 cylinder and a subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB GAA19CA207Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportNorth American SNJ · Chino, CAThe other pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a stopped airplane while taxiing.NTSB GAA19CA203Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Fullteron, CAThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose-over.NTSB WPR19LA104Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCameron A-400 · Yountville, CAThe pilot’s inability to maintain obstacle clearance after the balloon’s encounter with a downdraft, which resulted in a collision with power lines.NTSB WPR19LA102Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172 · Placerville, CAThe partial loss of engine power due to an improperly maintained carburetor.NTSB GAA19CA186Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 206 · Valley Center, CAThe ground crew’s attachment of the load fill hose to the helicopter without telling the pilot, which resulted in a loss of helicopter control during takeoff.NTSB WPR19FA096Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech 50 · Riverside, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed and control of the airplane following a loss of right engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB WPR19LA114Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportGreat Lakes 2T-1A-2 · San Diego, CAThe fracture of the aileron hinge strap due to fatigue crack propagation, which resulted in substantial damage to a wing rib aft of the spar at the outboard aileron cutout. Contributing to the accident was inadequate maintenance inspection.NTSB WPR19FA095Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportNorth American T28 · Compton, CAThe failure of the T-28 pilot to see and avoid the Cessna while landing with reduced visibility due to sun glare, which resulted in a collision on the runway. Contributing to the accident was his failure to use the airport's common traffic advisory frequency…NTSB WPR19FA086Accident · 3 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportBeech D55 · Stallion Springs, CAThe pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions associated with mountain obscuration conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to obtain a weather…NTSB GAA19CA146Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182 · Livermore, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a gusting tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with runway lights and taxiway signage.NTSB WPR19LA094Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 402 · Montague, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing on a wet/icy runway.NTSB WPR19LA100Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBellanca 7GCAA · Watsonville, CAThe pilot’s loss of airplane control during a go-around for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence.NTSB WPR19FA083Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportMooney M20F · Diablo, CAThe student pilot’s decision to depart on a visual flight rules flight into reduced visibility night conditions and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.NTSB WPR19FA080Accident · 2 fatalClass 2 · FieldFinal reportCessna 172 · Desert Hot Springs, CAThe pilot's inadequate and/or improper preparation for the flight in which he selected an altitude too low to assure terrain clearance and resulted in an impact with terrain in turbulent downdraft conditions.NTSB WPR19FA079Accident · 5 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 414 · Yorba Linda, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control after entering instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) while climbing due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in the exceedance of the airplane’s design stress limits and subsequent in-flight break-up.…NTSB WPR19FA075Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA28 · Oceanside, CAThe pilot’s improper decision to depart on the night visual flight rules flight into deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in an in-flight encounter with instrument meteorological conditions and collision with rising terrain.NTSB GAA19CA120Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportEmmet Smith Roadrunner · Truckee, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to allow the airplane to exit the runway onto a snow-covered field, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB GAA19CA109Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech B19 · Los Angeles, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a fence.NTSB WPR19TA068Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3Final reportPitts S1 · Torrance, CAThe biplane pilot’s inadequate visual lookout while taxing, which resulted in a ground collision.NTSB WPR19CA067Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportChampion 7ECA · Chino, CAThe pilot's loss of directional control while landing, which resulted in a ground loop.NTSB WPR19LA058Accident · 2 fatalClass 2 · LimitedFinal reportBeech A36 · Colusa, CAThe pilot's loss of airplane control due to spatial disorientation shortly after takeoff in instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB WPR19LA054Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportProgressive Aerodyne Searey · Sacramento, CAThe pilot's failure to properly configure the landing gear before performing a water landing.NTSB WPR19LA060Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA46 · San Diego, CALoss of directional control during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.