NTSB investigations, 2007
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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 2007 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") = 2007 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 DFW08WA026Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationFokker F27 Mark 200 · Albrook, PanamaNTSB SEA08LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Phoenix, AZThe failure of the solo student pilot operating the other airplane to maintain clearance while taxiing for takeoff.NTSB LAX08CA022Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBagnall Harold E Kitfox Lite 2 · N. Bonneville, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude that resulted in a stall-mush condition and collision with the water.NTSB ANC08CA011Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-22 · Nikolski, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind gusts while maneuvering, which resulted in the tail rotor striking an undetermined object, and an emergency descent and landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the wind gusts, and the failure of the tail…NTSB SEA08LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRaytheon Corporate Jets Hawker 800XP · Santa Ana, CAThe failure of the pilot-in-command to follow procedures stipulated in the airplane flight manual regarding brake cooling time periods. Factors contributing to the accident were the intentional aborted takeoffs which resulted in the hot brakes, and the…NTSB LAX08FA023Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172S · Palm Springs, CAThe flight instructor's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall during takeoff-initial climb, and his impairment from alcohol.NTSB DEN08LA028Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Canon City, COthe failure of the landing gear hinge point attachment for undetermined reasons.NTSB CHI08GA028Accident · No injuriesFinal reportMcDonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E · Columbus, OHThe inadequate turbine wheel design that led to a turbine airfoil (blade) failure/separation, resulting in the loss of engine power.NTSB CHI08CA029Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172R · Brookings, SDThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's lack of solo flight experience and the runway sign.NTSB SEA08FA013Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportGrumman American AA-5A · Sequim, WAThe pilot's misjudged distance and altitude that led to an undershoot; his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll; and his failure to maintain clearance from trees during an attempted aborted landing.NTSB NYC08FA020Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Boynton Beach, FLA total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilots' improper in-flight fuel management.NTSB ENG08IA001IncidentIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 757-225 · Charlotte, NCThe truck beam fracture initiated by fatigue and stress corrosion cracking from pits that were present on the ID surface of the truck beam, under the protective finishes. Crack propagation occurred by alternating modes of stress corrosion cracking and fatigue…NTSB DFW08WA034Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationVans RV4 · Palencia, SpainNTSB DEN08LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T210K · Los Alamos, NMThe binding of the nose landing gear doors for undetermined reasons, resulting in the pilot having to make a nose gear up landing.NTSB DCA08WA007Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737-800 · Katowice, PolandNTSB CHI08CA030Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Duluth, MNThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing approach. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind weather condition.NTSB ANC08WA016Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCessna 172 · Golden, CanadaNTSB ANC08LA010Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper 601P · Penn Yan, NYThe loss of engine power during cruise flight for an undetermined reason.NTSB SEA08LA012Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech F35 · San Carlos, CAA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB NYC08FA022Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 650 · Atlantic City, NJThe first officer's failure to maintain airspeed during approach, and the captain's inadequate remedial action. Contributing to the accident was the first officer's failure to comply with procedures, windshear, and the lack of windshear warning from air…NTSB LAX08FA001Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-200 · Cedar City, UTThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while in cruise flight due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident were the dark conditions.NTSB ANC08WA013Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationRobinson R-22B · Yao-City, JapanNTSB ANC08WA012Accident · 3 fatalForeign investigationPiper PA-46 · Fairmont, CanadaNTSB NYC08LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8A · Pensacola, FLThe fatigue fracture of the tail wheel spring during takeoff.NTSB LAX08LA024Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportNorth Wing Mustang II 17.5 · Tracy, CAFailure or disconnection of a wing support/brace assembly for undetermined reasons during an undetermined phase of flight.NTSB LAX08CA021Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech A36 · Camarillo, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during a go-around, which resulted in a stall.NTSB LAX08CA020Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Fresno, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain the proper glide path to clear objects during approach for landing.NTSB DFW08CA021Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Stillwater, OKThe student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB DEN08LA017Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportSchempp-Hirth Ventus B/16.6 · Salida, COThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering resulting in an inadvertent stall and impact with terrain.NTSB LAX08CA019Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPloof Progressive Aerodyne's Searey · Lake Berryessa, CAThe airplane's encounter with a submerged object during landing in water, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.NTSB LAX08CA018Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBell 206L-1 · Ramona, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain control and correct a descent and a loss of tail rotor effectiveness while maneuvering at a low altitude and reduced airspeed.NTSB CHI08CA008Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportVeltman, Robert CH701 · Owosso, MIThe pilot inadvertantly turned the fuel selector to the off position and failed to maintain aircraft control during the subsequent loss of engine power. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's change in his normal habit pattern.NTSB NYC08LA019Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportErcoupe 415-C · Stuart, FLA partial loss of engine power during cruise flight due to a partially blocked fuel line.NTSB LAX08CA016Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R22 Beta · Long Beach, CAThe student pilot's improper execution of low rotor rpm procedures. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision, failure to guard the throttle, and failure to take immediate remedial action.NTSB DFW08LA020Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R-44 · Catarina, TXThe loss of control due to the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with trees while hovering . A contributing factor was the low altitude.NTSB DEN08CA020Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172N · Grand Junction, COthe pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing.NTSB DEN08CA019Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman American AA-5 · Wheatland, WYThe pilot's improper decision to execute an off-airport landing on a dirt road. A contributing factor was the soft terrain.NTSB CHI08FA027Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-44-180 · Browerville, MNAn in-flight collision with at least one Canada goose, and the resulting damage to the left stabilator that caused the airplane to become uncontrollable. Contributing to the accident was the night lighting condition, which precluded any possibility of the…NTSB ANC08CA009Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Pilot Point, AKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during an attempted go-around, which resulted in a loss of control, and an in-flight collision with terrain. Factors associated with the accident were gusty, high winds.NTSB ANC08CA008Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-18 · Anchorage, AKThe pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area which resulted in an on ground encounter with terrain, and a nose over.NTSB MIA08WA059Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCessna 182 · Araya, VenezuelaNTSB MIA08LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCatchot Angus Kitfox IV · Crescent City, FLThe loss of engine power for undetermine reasons.NTSB MIA08LA006Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTaylorcraft DCO-65 · Fort Myers, FLA partial loss of engine power during approach for undetermined reasons.NTSB DCA08WA010Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationBeech A36 · Windhoek, NamibiaNTSB MIA08LA005Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301 · Farmingdale, NYThe failure of both pilots to see and avoid while maneuvering resulting in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the local controller's failure to properly identify conflicting traffic.NTSB MIA08CA008Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGlobe GC-1B · Edenton, NCThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while on final approach resulting in an inadvertent stall.NTSB DEN08CA016Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-44 II · Cleveland, GAthe student pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during the landing, resulting in substantial damage to the helicopter. Contributing to the accident was the windy conditions.NTSB CHI08IA022Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportAirbus Industrie A320-211 · Fargo, NDThe failure of the Brake and Steering Control Unit, which allowed the nose landing gear to turn to the 90-degree position.NTSB NYC08LA018Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBlair Skybolt · Guntersville, ALSeparation of the right tailwheel control link spring from the right control arm of the tailwheel, which resulted in a loss of control during landing.NTSB NYC08LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRyan ST-3KR · Unadilla, GAThe improper propeller installation by the mechanic.