NTSB investigations, 2011
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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 2011 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") = 2011 ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
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NTSB CEN12CA093Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRemos Remos GX · Fort Collins, COThe pilot's improper landing flare.NTSB ERA12LA087Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSmith Miniplane DSA-4 · Hernando, FLThe pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat while descending in conditions conducive to carburetor icing, which resulted in carburetor icing and a subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB ERA12WA105Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCirrus SR20 · Minas Gerias, BrazilOn November 26, 2011, about 1300 universal coordinated time, a Cirrus SR20, Brazilian registration PR-LJL, operated by a private individual, was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain in Carmo do Cajuri Municipality, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The pilot…NTSB ERA12FA084Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Tallapoosa, GAThe failure of the No. 2 rod end cap bolt, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB DCA12WA019Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationGulfstream American G 1159 · Huambo, AngolaOn November 26, 2011, about 1300 UTC, N811DE, a Grumman G-1159 Gulfstream G-II, a private flight operated by Wings Over Africa, was involved in a runway excursion following a rejected takeoff. None of the 10 persons aboard were injured. The aircraft was…NTSB CEN12FA090Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182R · Mescalero, NMThe pilot's intentional attempt to fly into adverse weather, which resulted in an in-flight loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of instrument experience.NTSB CEN12FA083Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR20 · Crystal Lake, ILThe noninstrument-rated pilot's decision to continue flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in the pilot’s spatial disorientation and loss of control of the airplane.NTSB WPR12LA047Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 310I · Sedona, AZThe collapse of the right main landing gear after landing for a reason that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation, and postaccident testing could not be performed due…NTSB ERA12WA086Accident · Serious injuriesForeign investigationBell 212 · Quito, EcuadorOn November 25, 2011, about 1640 coordinated universal time (1140 local time), a Bell 212, Ecuadorian registration HC-CLH, operated by Aeromaster Airways, S.A., was substantially damaged when it impacted steep terrain next to the company's helipad in Quito,…NTSB ERA12CA088Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAnatra Bart T Vans RV-7A · Quinton, VAThe pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, and the subsequent nose-over during the forced landing.NTSB ERA12CA083Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 162 · Lincoln Park, NJThe pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control, a runway excursion, and collision with trees.NTSB CEN12FA091Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Hackensack, MNThe helicopter's sudden yaw and subsequent impact with the water for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident examination of the helicopter and its systems.NTSB CEN12CA089Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182L · Branson, MOThe pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB WPR12MA046Accident · 6 fatalMajor investigationFinal reportRockwell 690 · Apache Junction, AZThe pilot's failure to maintain a safe ground track and altitude combination for the moonless night visual flight rules flight, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's complacency and lack of situational…NTSB ERA12LA085Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 46-350P · Caribbean Sea, A1The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because the airplane was not recovered. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to comply with the airplane and engine limitations, and his decision to…NTSB CEN12FA082Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech 23 · West Milton, OHThe non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to attempt a flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in the pilot’s spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control of the airplane.NTSB CEN12FA080Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportDiamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Bern, WIThe non-instrument-rated pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent impact with the terrain.NTSB ERA12WA136Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationPiper PA36 · Machala, EcuadorOn November 23, 2011, about 2000 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-36-300, Ecuadorian registration HC-BHJ, operated by Aerorient Fumigacion Aerea, was substantially damaged when the pilot made a forced landing following loss of engine power in a banana…NTSB ERA12WA091Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationPiper PA23 · Quibdo, ColombiaOn November 23, 2011, about 1717 UTC, a Piper PA-23-250, Colombian registration HK1263, operated by Aerolineas Alas de Colombia LTDA, experienced collapse of the left main landing gear during the landing roll at the El Carano Airport (SKUI), Quibdo, Colombia.…NTSB CEN12LA087Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAviat A-1B · Gainesville, TXThe right main gear tire contacting the brake caliper, which resulted in an uncommanded brake effect on the wheel.NTSB CEN12CA084Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 550 · Moline, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the parked, unoccupied airplane while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the guidance provided by the marshaller.NTSB CEN12CA081Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFenton Davis DA-2A · Center, TXThe pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusty, crosswind conditions while landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of familiarity with the airplane.NTSB ANC12CA010Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185F · Talkeetna, AKA broken wheel/ski clevis pin, which allowed the ski to pivot upward and strike the right wing lift strut.NTSB ERA12WA102Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationCessna 210 · Alto Alegre, BrazilOn November 22, 2011, at 1740 universal time coordinated, a Cessna Aircraft, Model 210L, Brazilian registration PT-IOT, impacted the ground after reporting an engine failure near Aldeia Hali Katu, in the Alto Alegre Municipality, Roraima, Brazil. The airplane…NTSB ERA12CA082Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCirrus Design SR20 · Brooksville, FLThe pilot's incorrect identification of the runway, which resulted in an off-airport landing and subsequent collision with objects.NTSB CEN12LA077Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Princeton, MNThe inadequate installation of the threaded insert in the No. 2 cylinder spark plug hole by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of engine power during initial climb.NTSB CEN12CA085Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman American AA-5A · Bulverde, TXThe pilot's improper glidepath while on final approach.NTSB ERA12WA089Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationPiper PA-28-236 · Mercedes, ArgentinaOn November 21, 2011, about 1320 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-28-236, Argentine Air Force designation PF-449, and a Cessna 152, Argentine registration LV-OOF, collided while on approach to Mercedes Airfield (MRD), Mercedes, Buenos Aires Province,…NTSB WPR12CA041Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAmerican Champion 8GCBC · Ashton, IDThe student pilot’s poor decision-making when he decided to land on a snowy grass airstrip, which resulted in an encounter with deep snow during the landing roll and a subsequent nose-over.NTSB ERA12CA080Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech V35 · Lusby, MDThe pilot did not maintain clearance from trees during a night approach.NTSB ERA12CA078Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBray Verle G JR Kitfox IV 1200 · Bunn, NCThe pilot did not attain a proper touchdown point while attempting to land with a tailwind and delayed his decision to abort the landing.NTSB CEN12LA076Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR20 · New Orleans, LAA loss of engine power due to detonation of the No.2 cylinder from a clogged fuel injector nozzle.NTSB CEN12FA073Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSkykits Savannah VGW · Plato Center, ILThe noncertificated pilot’s decision to fly the airplane without receiving any flight instruction in the airplane, which resulted in his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during takeoff and the subsequent aerodynamic stall.NTSB WPR12LA045Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-1 · Boulder City, NVThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taxiing with a gusting crosswind.NTSB ERA12LA077Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportErcoupe 415-C · Mulberry, FLThe pilot’s failure to abort the takeoff after recognizing the airplane’s poor performance during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the passenger’s injuries was the pilot’s failure to provide a briefing on the use of the lapbelt, which delayed the passenger’s…NTSB ERA12CA079Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech C-45G · Lyman, MSThe collapse of the right main landing gear during landing due to an encounter with soft terrain.NTSB CEN12CA075Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGlobe GC-1B · Denver, COA loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a loose fuel line fitting.NTSB WPR12FA044Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20M · Pomona, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient altitude to clear obstructions while maneuvering on the base leg of the traffic pattern for landing.NTSB WPR12FA040Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna T337 · Casper, WYThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and airplane control while maneuvering in low visibility and icing conditions.NTSB OPS12WA150Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationEmbraer EMB-145LR · Toronto, CanadaOn November 18, 2011, American Eagle (EGF) flight 4125, an EMB-145, landed on runway 24L at Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport (CYYZ) and exited the runway at taxiway D4 with instructions to hold short of runway 24R. EGF4125 subsequently crossed…NTSB ERA12CA075Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Pine Mountain, GAThe pilot's inadequate directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB ERA12FA074Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech 95-C55 · Ulysses, PAThe total loss of left engine power due to fuel starvation, and the pilot’s improper configuration of the fuel system during remedial actions, which resulted in fuel starvation of the right engine. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s incomplete…NTSB ERA12CA076Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A150M · Ormond Beach, FLThe pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.NTSB CEN12LA071Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportJuve Richard G Zodiac CH601 HDS · Clinton, ARThe inadvertent opening of the canopy during takeoff due to the improperly repaired forward canopy latch mechanism, which did not fully secure the canopy.NTSB CEN12FA072Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Perryville, ARThe pilot's loss of control in flight.NTSB CEN12LA066Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiaggio Aero Industries P180 · Flint, MIThe captain's failure to maintain directional control during landing with one engine inoperative. Contributing to the accident was an improperly installed clevis pin in the left engine power lever, the crew’s delay in accurately identifying their heading, and…NTSB WPR12LA039Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWilliams Helicopter UH-1H · Grand Canyon, AZThe loss of main rotor power due to a main rotor transmission failure from a lack of lubrication.NTSB WPR12CA043Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAmerican Champion 7GCAA · Baker, CAThe pilot's delayed decision to perform an aborted landing.NTSB CEN12LA074Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech S35 · Elkhart Lake, WIThe pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB WPR12LA036Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206B · Woodburn, ORThe pilot’s failure to maintain ground clearance while maneuvering with an external load line.