NTSB investigations, IL
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\" = 'IL' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA' 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 c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'IL' 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 CHI96FA005Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBlatter-Pitts S2S · Waukegan, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during the aerobatic maneuver. Factors associated with the accident were: an improper weight and balance with a center of gravity aft of the rear limit, the pilot's overconfidence in his personal ability, and…NTSB CHI95LA334Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportErcoupe 415-D · Belleville, ILthe rupture of the oil pressure line which led to oil system exhaustion, the stuck intake valves, and the powerlines.NTSB CHI95LA340Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-25-235B · Highland, ILa communication misunderstanding between the tow pilot and the glider pilot. Factors related to the accident were: the tow rope becoming entangled, excessive taxispeed by the tow pilot, and the unavailability of a dispatcher.NTSB CHI95LA327Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206L · Ware, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter. A factor in the accident was the pilot's inadvertent VFR flight into IMC conditions.NTSB CHI95LA318Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMaule M-5 · Belvidere, ILinadequate visual lookout by the pilots of both airplanes, which resulted in failure of each pilot to see-and-avoid the other airplane.NTSB CHI95IA313Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportAerospatiale ATR-72 · Chicago, ILimproper installation of the #7 and #8 fuel nozzle manifold transfer tubes by company maintenance personnel, and an inadequate exhaust drain fitting gasket, which resulted in fuel leaks at the respective 'O' ring/gasket fittings; blockage of the fuel/oil…NTSB CHI95FA301Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportKiesel Easy Varieze · Dwight, ILinadequate preflight planning by the pilot. A factor associated with this accident was the pilot did not perform an aborted takeoff is sufficient time to safely stop.NTSB CHI95IA286Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBritish Aerospace BAE Jetstream 3201 · Champaign, ILfatigue cracking and subsequent catastrophic failure of the number two engine helical drive (bull) gear, which resulted in an overtemperature condition, bursting of the combustion plenum, and a subsequent in-flight fire.NTSB CHI95LA281Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Wheeling, ILinadequate preflight planning and preparation by the pilot and an inadverent stall encountered by the pilot.NTSB CHI95LA280Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-38-112 · Champaign, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff.NTSB CHI95LA273Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-201 · Wheeling, ILthe pilot's abrupt raising of the flaps during the attempted go-around and the resulting stall.NTSB CHI95LA270Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47 · Arlington Hts, ILplot misjudged the flare. The factors included the pilot getting too close to the lead helicopter, allowing his airspeed to get too slow, and encountering settling with power.NTSB CHI95LA264Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150L · Murphysboro, ILthe pilot's improper use of carburetor heat which led to a loss of power due to carburetor ice, and his failure to maintain airspeed during the forced landing. The carburetor icing conditions were a factor.NTSB CHI95LA256Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7ECA · Naperville, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack or recent experience in tailwheel equipped aircraft and failure to abort the takeoff early enough to prevent the accident.NTSB CHI95LA218Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C24R · Freeport, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted takeoff.NTSB CHI95IA215Incident · Minor injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportATR 72-212 · Chicago, ILthe flight attendant's failure to follow procedures which resulted in her inadvertently opening the main cabin door in flight. Factors associated with the incident were: the flight attendant's fatigue due to lack of sleep and a long duty day, interference…NTSB CHI95FA212Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft BC-65 · Plato Center, ILthe pilot not maintaining an adequate fuel supply, and not maintaining airspeed.NTSB CHI95LA210Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 76 · Wheeling, ILthe dual student's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, and the CFI's inadequate supervision of the flight. A factor associated with the accident was the gusty crosswind condition.NTSB CHI95LA203Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8A · Hampshire, ILthe pilot's failure to attain liftoff speed. A factor in the accident was the ditch.NTSB CHI95FA200Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCocchi Lancair 320 · Marengo, ILpilot incapacitation due to cardiac arrhythmia (heart attack).NTSB CHI95FA191Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportChampion 8KCAB · Frankfort, ILthe pilot-in-command's overconfidence in his personal ability in attempting to teach aerobatics, his lack of experience as a flight instructor, and allowing the airplane to get into a position where its never exceed speed and design stress limits were…NTSB CHI95LA188Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 767-222 · Champagne, ILan in-flight encounter with turbulence.NTSB CHI95LA192Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32RT-300 · Peru, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing. A factor in the accident was the runway light.NTSB CHI95LA185Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChristen Industries S-2B · Elgin, ILthe pilot's incapacitation due to alcohol and drugs which led to a loss of consciousness.NTSB CHI95FA182Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportGrumman G-21E · West Chicago, ILThe pilot allowed excessive nose-up rotation of the airplane during lift-off, and failed to obtain and/or maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and collision with the terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's…NTSB CHI95LA179Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210M · Downers Grove, ILthe pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and his subsequent failure to execute a go-around.NTSB CHI95LA177Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna R172E · Plato Center, ILthe pilot's excessive pull-up during a downwind banner pick-up resulting in a stall. A factor related to the accident was the tailwind.NTSB CHI95LA186Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A35 · Jacksonville, ILimproper maintenance and inspection of the airplane's ruddervators.NTSB CHI95FA161Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech A35 · Downers Grove, ILfuel contamination (water), and the pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight. A factor was trees.NTSB NYC95FA105Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech BE60 · Olney, ILThe pilot's improper IFR procedures by descending below the minimum descent altitude and not executing the published missed approach procedures. A factor in thE accident was the low overcast and fog conditions.NTSB CHI95LA140Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · West Chicago, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control. A factor was the crosswind.NTSB CHI95IA142Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC10-10 · Chicago, ILfailure of the safety wire and/or safety wire lug arm on one of the stage one to two disk flange bolts due to an inadequate safetying method.NTSB CHI95LA134Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-160 · Rock Falls, ILthe failure of the pilot to refuel prior to fuel exhaustion. A factor in the accident was the pilot's poor preflight planning/preparation.NTSB CHI95FA123Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Schaumburg, ILThe pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol, his resultant improper planning/decision, and his attempt to perform an apparent aerobatic maneuver at an altitude that was insufficient to assure recovery.NTSB CHI95LA127Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper J3C · Poplar Grove, ILThe student pilot's excessive throttle control and the certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student. A factor in the accident was the gusty wind conditions.NTSB CHI95IA119Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-222 · Chicago, ILthe inadequacy or deterioration of lubricating grease in the wheel bearing, which led to the total bearing failure and subsequent loss of the wheel. Factors were the insufficiently defined procedures for repacking the bearing, along with an insufficient…NTSB CHI95IA116Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportde Havilland DHC-8-102 · Moline, ILthe defective weld and the subsequent in flight failure of the welded plug located in the piston of the roll spoiler actuator. The manufacturer's inadequate design is a related factor.NTSB CHI95LA131Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-20-108 · Kankakee, ILThe pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB CHI95LA343Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C23 · Waukegan, ILThe pilot's VFR flight into instrument meteorolical conditions.NTSB CHI95LA096Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Rockford, ILA disconnect of the alternator belt, and failure of the pilot to attain a down and locked condition of the gear with the emergency extension system.NTSB CHI95LA097Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32RT · Joliet, ILthe failure of the number four cylinder due to a loose cylinder hold down stud. A factor in the accident was the embankment.NTSB CHI95IA095Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 747-136 · Chicago, ILthe North Local Controller's failure to issue a clearance which would ensure separation between the two airplanes and the North Local Control Monitor's failure to adequately back up the controller. Factors were the complexity of the airport operations and…NTSB CHI95LA064Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNorth American F-51D · Round Lake, ILfuel starvation resulting from exhaustion of the fuel supply in the left tank. A factor related to the accident was insufficient altitude to switch fuel tanks and effect an engine restart.NTSB CHI95LA049Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDouglas DC-8-71F · Chicago, ILthe failure of the ground crew to maintain an appropriate center of gravity while downloading cargo from the airplane. A factor was the ground crew's failure to follow established downloading procedures.NTSB CHI95LA042Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Carlock, ILThe total failure of the connecting rod bolts.NTSB CHI95FA041Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna P210N · Savoy, ILThe failure of the pilot to maintain a positive rate of climb during the night takeoff. Factors related to the accident were: lack of visual cues, the weather conditions, and the dark night.NTSB CHI95LA038Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Alton, ILthe pilot's failure to refuel. Factors associated with the accident were unsuitable terrain, the vehicle and building which the airplane contacted, and the dark night conditions.NTSB CHI95LA039Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-200 · Rochelle, ILthe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. A factor in the accident was the student pilot's improper use of the brakes.NTSB CHI95LA037Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech G35 · Frankfort, ILFailure of the pilot to see-and-avoid the vehicle, and the vehicle driver's disregard for the need to remain clear of the aircraft's approach path. A factor related to the accident was: the proximity of a parked airplane to the runway.NTSB CHI95IA028Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 747-251B · Chicag0, ILinattentive maintenance service of the airplane by the mechanic who failed to disengage the constant speed drive (CSD) after the engine runup had been completed. A factor in this incident was the lead mechanic not performing maintenance record keeping after…