NTSB investigations
180,658 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,636 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 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 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 WPR09LA047Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportNickel RV-6 · Fresno, CAThe loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR09CA080Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportTarantola RV6A · Onalaska, WAThe pilot's improper decision to land with a tailwind, which resulted in the runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the tailwind.NTSB WPR09CA045Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-30 · Kona, HIThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the delayed remedial action by the check pilot, the crosswind condition, and the rough uneven…NTSB ERA09WA075Accident · 3 fatalForeign investigationBell 206 · Vetas, ColombiaNone.NTSB ERA09FA068Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech 95-B55 (T4 · Whites Creek, TNThe pilot's failure to feather the left propeller and secure the left engine following the total loss of left engine power, and his subsequent failure to maintain airspeed, lateral, and directional control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the…NTSB ERA09CA122Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDassault-Breguet Falcon 50 · Asheville, NCThe pilot's failure to ensure that the airplane's wheels were properly secured before releasing the parking brake.NTSB CEN09LA075Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHauser U/Hauser J KIT FOX CL · Boulder, COA loss of engine thrust due to the pilot's inadvertent activation of the propeller controls. Contributing to the accident were the non-standard propeller controls and the pilot's lack of experience in the airplane.NTSB ERA09LA067Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech V35 · Winter Haven, FLBoth pilots’ failure to see and avoid the other airplane. Contributing to the accident was the Beech pilot’s failure to monitor or utilize the common traffic advisory frequency.NTSB CEN09WA073Accident · Minor injuriesForeign investigationBeech A100 · God's Lake Narrows, CanadaNone.NTSB CEN09FA070Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA46-500TP · Marshfield, WIThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during final approach for landing in night, visual meteorological conditions for undetermined reasons.NTSB WPR09CA044Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna T210M · Hanford, CAThe failure of the pilot to use the before-landing checklist and extend the landing gear prior to landing.NTSB CEN09CA071Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150F · Trenton, TXThe pilot's improper flare during landing, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the night light conditions and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the pilot.NTSB WPR09LA043Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170B · Hanna, UTThe flight's encounter with adverse tailwinds and downdrafts in mountainous terrain that exceeded the airplane's climb capability.NTSB CEN09CA119Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper Aerostar 6 · Middletown, OHThe pilot's failure to verify that the landing gear was down and locked prior to landing.NTSB CEN09CA080Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech E35 · Bloomington, INA partial loss of engine power due to a failure of the number one cylinder exhaust valve, and the associated secondary damage to the intake valve and piston.NTSB CEN09CA068Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBrantly B-2B · Cedar Hill, TXThe pilot's improper decision to takeoff downwind. A contributing factor was the gusty conditions.NTSB WPR09WA250Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationMcdonnell Douglas 369 · Murray Bridge, AustraliaOn November 19, 2008, about 1115 Australian central daylight-saving time, a pilot and two linesmen were operating a McDonnell Douglas 369D helicopter, Australian registry VH-PLJ, to test a high-voltage power line between Mannum and Mobilong, SA. While…NTSB ERA09LA064Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172S · Groton, CTThe student pilot’s failure to maintain a proper descent profile to avoid trees during the night visual approach and the flight instructor’s inadequate oversight.NTSB ERA09LA062Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR20 · Green Cove Springs, FLThe fusing of an electrical cable from the No. 2 (standby) alternator with the throttle cable resulting in the flight crew’s inability to move the throttle control. Contributing to the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel to detect inadequate…NTSB ERA09CA071Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172RG · Cleveland, MSThe pilot's failure to lower the landing gear prior to touchdown.NTSB CEN09CA067Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta II · Erie, COthe pilot's improper flare during the practice autorotation which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing factors were the flight instructor's delayed remedial action and inadequate supervision.NTSB ERA09CA065Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA46 · Oak Island, NCThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident were gusting crosswinds.NTSB CEN09WA074Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationRobinson Helicopter R44 II · Saint-Marc, HaitiNTSB CEN09CA069Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Colorado Springs, COFailure of the pilot to maintain directional control and his failure to compensate for wind conditions. Contributing to the accident were gusting winds with a wind shear warning in effect.NTSB WPR09LA039Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBrantly B-2B · Camas, WAA loss of engine power for undermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the low altitude and airspeed, which precluded making a safe autorotation.NTSB ERA09FA060Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-38-112 · Smithfield, RIThe pilot's improper descent below the published minimum descent altitude during the approach, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.NTSB ERA09CA063Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Bedford, MAThe student pilot's inadequate compensation for winds during landing.NTSB ERA09CA061Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Ft. Lauderdale, FLThe student pilot's improper flare during landing. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's lack of experience.NTSB WPR09LA040Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Atwater, CAThe second pilot's failure to see and avoid the rotating propeller after exiting the airplane.NTSB ERA09IA056Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportDeHavilland DHC-8-311 · Philadelphia, PAThe mechanical overload of the nosewheel steering links for undetermined reasons, which resulted in nose landing gear rotation and its subsequent wedging within the wheel well structure.NTSB ERA09CA059Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney M20R · Indian Head, MDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting winds.NTSB CEN09WA065Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationCirrus SR-22 · Cherbourg, FranceNTSB CEN09WA063Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationRotorway · Lingen, GermanyThis investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the German government. Any further information may be obtained from: German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Investigation Bundesstelle fur Flugenfallensuchung (BFU) Herman-Blenk Strasse 16 38108…NTSB CEN09TA060Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportBell OH-58C · Quitman, ARThe pilot’s failure to execute a proper autorotation during a forced landing after a loss of rotor rpm for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN09LA061Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Downers Grove, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath while on final approach in night conditions, due to his impairment from recent use of alcohol, cocaine, and over-the-counter and prescription medications.NTSB CEN09CA064Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Stafford, KSA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN09CA062Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Foraker, OKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the precautionary landing. Contributing to the accident were the wind gusts.NTSB ANC09WA013Accident · 7 fatalForeign investigationGrumman G-21A · Vancouver, CanadaOn November 16, 2008, about 1030 pacific standard time, a Grumman G-21A airplane, Canadian registration C-FPCK, collided with tree-covered terrain about 40 miles northwest of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Impact forces and a postimpact fire destroyed…NTSB CEN09CA085Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportDavis Daniel T Cozy · Monte Vista, COThe flight instructor's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing.NTSB WPR09CA101Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech K35 · Port Townsend, WAThe pilot's failure to lower the landing gear prior to landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use a checklist and the distraction caused by the discussion with the passenger.NTSB ERA09LA055Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAmerican General Acft AG5B · Naples, FLA partial loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA09FA053Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCirrus Design SR22 · Tallahassee, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in a low-altitude aerodynamic stall and spin. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to fly the published instrument approach and his subsequent failure to…NTSB ERA09CA054Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSnow 600 · Nashville, TNThe failure of the propeller shaft seal in flight. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB CEN09CA072Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172I · Osh Kosh, NEThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxing in strong winds.NTSB CEN09CA066Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22-108 · Bowling Green, MOFailure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control during the landing sequence. A contributing factor was the sudden gusty crosswind.NTSB ANC09LA012Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 207 · Napaskiak, AKThe pilot's continued flight into adverse weather and icing conditions, and his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall, resulting in a loss of control and in-flight collision with terrain while on an approach to land.NTSB ANC09LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Fairbanks, AKThe failure of the instructor pilot in the other airplane to maintain separation from the Cessna 182R, and his failure to follow the tower controller’s instructions.NTSB WPR09FA038Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · Sedona, AZThe partial loss of engine power while maneuvering for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA09CA052Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Tuscaloosa, ALThe pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was improper preflight planning.NTSB DCA09FA011Accident · Minor injuriesField investigationFinal reportBombardier CL-600-2B19 · Detroit, MIThe lack of vigilance on the part of the ramp agent driving the baggage tug. Contributing factors include the night conditions, and low visibility due to fog and rain.