NTSB investigations
180,616 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,594 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 ANC25LA012Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-18-150 · Palmer, AKThe pilot’s improper airspeed management which resulted in a bounced landing and insufficient airspeed to perform a go around procedure.NTSB GAA25WA049Accident · 1 fatalClass 5 · ForeignRockwell International 112TCA · Fife, United KingdomNTSB DCA25WA079Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · ForeignAirbus Canada A220 · Graz, AustriaNTSB ANC25LA013Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 182B · Waimea, HIThe pilot’s inadequate monitoring of the fuel status while en route, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB WPR25LA070Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportVans RV-7A · Gila Bend, AZA disconnection of the mixture control linkage during flight, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Contributing was the inadequate inspection of the mixture control arm attachment hardware.NTSB WPR25LA069Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportSling Sling LSA · Carson, CAThe pilot’s decision to conduct a prolonged slip against warnings specified in the Pilot’s Operating Handbook which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB WPR25LA068Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportRemos Remos G-3/600 · Brawley, CAThe flight instructor’s lack of remedial action to the student pilot’s inadequate landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and a loss of directional control.NTSB GAA25WA203Accident · 7 fatalClass 5 · ForeignCessna C207 · Nayarit, MexicoNTSB GAA25WA048Accident · 10 fatalClass 3 · ForeignPiper PA42 · Gramado, BrazilNTSB GAA25WA047Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · ForeignPilatus Britten Norman BN-2B-26 Islander · Wasu, Papua New GuineaNTSB GAA25WA046Accident · Minor injuriesClass 5 · ForeignPiper PA28 · Émerainville, FranceNTSB ERA25LA089Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBuckeye Dream Machine · Myakka City, FLThe non-certificated pilot’s improper decision to operate the powered parachute in close proximity to a fence, which resulted in a collision with the fence during takeoff. Also causal was the pilot’s decision to operate the powered parachute without having…NTSB DCA25LA065Accident · Serious injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportUvify IFO · Orlando, FLThe remote pilot-in-command’s (RPIC’s) failure to locate the drone show center position over the physical location of the sUA, which resulted in multiple sUA colliding during the initial lift and subsequent loss of control. Contributing to the accident was…NTSB CEN25LA063Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta · Springfield, MOThe student pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter while turning on the blower fan switch after landing that resulted in a dynamic rollover sequence.NTSB ANC25LA011Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportRaytheon C90A · Honolulu, HIA temporary reduction in the airplane’s braking effectiveness during engine start following an exterior wash, which resulted in its uncommanded forward movement and collision with a parked airplane. Contributing to the accident was the flight crew’s delayed…NTSB WPR25LA066Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28RT-201T · Placerville, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate descent rate during the landing approach, which resulted in an impact with terrain short of the runway threshold.NTSB GAA25WA061Accident · 2 fatalClass 5 · ForeignCessna 310 · Manicore, BrazilNTSB ERA25FA082Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 172 · Cintrona, PRMaintenance personnel’s inadequate inspection of the airplane, which resulted in inflight the failure of the right aileron carry through cable due to wear, reduced effectiveness of the airplane’s ailerons, and a subsequent loss of control.NTSB WPR25LA065Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Mesa, AZThe pilot’s improper fuel tank selection during takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.NTSB ERA25LA087Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172K · Southport, NCThe pilot’s loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation, and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision, which resulted in the subsequent overstress of the airplane during recovery.NTSB ERA25LA083Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportBeech B95A · Murray, KYThe pilot’s failure to lower the landing gear before touchdown, which resulted in a gear-up landing. Contributing was the designated pilot examiner’s inadequate monitoring and lack of remedial action.NTSB ERA25LA081Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172 · Lakewood, NJThe pilot’s delay in performing a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees at the end of the runway.NTSB ERA25FA080Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportBeech A36 · East Aurora, NYOn December 19, 2024, at 1122 eastern standard time, a Beech A36, N36WP, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near East Aurora, New York. The private pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations…NTSB DCA25WA089Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737-832 · Belize City, BelizeNTSB DCA25WA063Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Molde, NorwayNTSB GAA25WA044Accident · 2 fatalClass 5 · ForeignBombardier BD100 · San Fernando, ArgentinaNTSB ERA25LA079Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAir Tractor AT504 · Big Cypress, FLThe pilot’s decision to depart with cargo outside of the designated baggage compartment, which resulted in the cargo interfering with the rudder control system.NTSB DCA25WA064IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Crawley, United KingdomNTSB DCA25LA061Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportLockheed 382G-44K-30 · St. Mary's, AKThe fatigue failure of the forward pressure bulkhead canted web that originated from stress corrosion cracking areas. Contributing to the failure were inspection procedures and intervals inadequate to identify the fatigue cracks.NTSB ANC25FA010Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportCessna 208B · Honolulu, HIOn December 17, 2024, about 1515 Hawaii-Aleutian Standard time, a turbine-powered Cessna 208B airplane, N689KA, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Honolulu, Hawaii. The two pilots onboard were fatally injured. The airplane was operated as…NTSB WPR25LA064Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAmazon.Com Services MK30 · Pendleton, ORThe incorrect altitude indication by test software during landing.NTSB WPR25LA063Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportAmazon.Com Services MK30 · Pendleton, ORAn improper altitude indication from a recent software update, which resulted in a loss of engine power in flight.NTSB WPR25FA062Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportAmerican Eurocopter AS350B3 · Potrero, CAThe pilot’s loss of control during cruise flight due to incapacitation for reasons that could not be determined.NTSB DCA25WA059Accident · Serious injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737 · Derby, United KingdomNTSB CEN25LA062Accident · Minor injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCapella FW1C50 · Ozark, MOThe pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during high-speed taxi.NTSB GAA25WA043Accident · Minor injuriesClass 5 · ForeignRobinson R44 · Los Lagos, ChileNTSB GAA25WA042Accident · 1 fatalClass 5 · ForeignChampion 8KCAB · Vélez-Málaga, SpainNTSB ERA25LA092Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172M · Englishtown, NJThe high wing airplane flight crew’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing, which resulted in a collision with the stationary low wing airplane.NTSB WPR25LA061Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172M · Gig Harbor, WAThe student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go.NTSB GAA25WA045Accident · 2 fatalClass 5 · ForeignChristen Eagle II · Santiago, ChileNTSB ENG25WA023IncidentClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 747 · Karachi, PakistanNTSB WPR25LA060Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportZall Jihlavan Airplanes S R O JA-600 Skyleader · Reedley, CAThe student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB GAA25WA059Accident · 1 fatalClass 4 · ForeignPiper PA25 · Nova Monte, BrazilNTSB ERA25LA078Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 172 · Jefferson, GAThe airplane’s collision with a deer on the runway during landing.NTSB ERA25LA077Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportWolstenholme Dennis Pietenpol AIR Camper · Tullahoma, TNThe pilot’s failure to adequately secure the airplane before hand-propping the engine. Contributing was the pilot’s lack of training in hand-propping procedures.NTSB ERA25FA076Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCostruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam P2008 · Greenwich, CTA total loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel, and the pilots’ inadequate preflight inspection. Contributing to the water contamination were the missing o-ring or packing and damage to the left fuel cap, and the undetected improperly sealed…NTSB ENG25WA058IncidentClass 5 · ForeignATR ATR72 · Zagreb, CroatiaNTSB CEN25LA061Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA-28R-200 · Crystal, MNThe malfunction of the landing gear system which resulted in a collapse of the main landing gear during the landing roll.NTSB GAA25WA040AccidentClass 5 · ForeignCessna 172 · Örebro, SwedenNTSB ERA25LA073Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportCessna 560 · Atlanta, GAThe vehicle driver’s inadequate visual lookout while driving on a non-licensed vehicle roadway in restricted visibility conditions, which resulted in a collision with a taxiing airplane.