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"
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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 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 DCA08IA044Incident · Minor injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportAirbus Industrie A320 · Jackson, WYthe loss of braking action on the left main landing gear due to the cross connection of the wheel speed tachometer wires that was caused by inadequate maintenance performed on the airplane during the installation of the main landing gear.NTSB NYC08CA128Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA 32-300 · Apopka, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance/altitude while on the final leg of the approach.NTSB MIA08CA067Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportWaco CTO · Venice, FLThe pilot's improper use of brakes during the landing roll.NTSB LAX08IA065Incident · Minor injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-300 · Las Vegas, NVAn inadvertent encounter with severe turbulence during descent and the failure of two passenger seat belt attach fittings. Contributing to the incident was the failure of the operator to comply with the SAIB.NTSB CHI08CA088Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportShaffer KR-2 · Fremont, OHThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during takeoff.NTSB NYC08CA115Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 737-700 · Valdosta, GAAn unexpected encounter with turbulence, while on approach for landing.NTSB LAX08LA064Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210 · Willcox, AZA loss of engine power while on final approach due to multiple grounding faults in the ignition system as a result of poor ignition system maintenance.NTSB DEN08LA061Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHardy Midget Mustang M-1 · Buena Vista, COThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the gusty crosswind.NTSB CHI08CA087Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 140 · Poplar Grove, ILThe left wing skin "fabric patch" separated from the wing ribs and spars for an undetermined reason.NTSB CHI08CA086Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRans S-4 Coyote I · Lakeville, MNThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions. Factors included the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of the airplane and the crosswind gust.NTSB SEA08LA082Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRaytheon 1900D · Kayenta, AZThe flight crew's failure to execute a missed approach, which resulted in a runway excursion after landing. Contributing to the accident were the inoperative lights, weather conditions below published approach minimums, and the slush contaminated runway.NTSB NYC08FA109Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Cumberland, MDThe pilot's failure to maintain the proper approach course for undetermined reasons.NTSB NYC08LA107Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChrister Vans RV9-A · Princeton, NJA loss of engine power due to the pilot/owner's improper installation of a new ignition/fuel control system for the engine. Contributing was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB CHI08FAMS2Accident · 1 fatalMissing aircraftFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Vik, IcelandThe pilot's decision to fly into an area of forecast weather suitable for structural icing. Contributing to the accident was the effect of the structural icing encountered.NTSB ANC08LA035Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLearjet 35A · Aniak, AKThe captain's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing flare/touchdown. Contributing to the accident were a crosswind and windshear.NTSB NYC08LA106Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRaytheon A36 · Pahokee, FLThe pilot's decision to depart with a known deficiency with the engine, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine-driven fuel pump.NTSB DEN08WA060Accident · 1 fatalClass 5 · ForeignBeech 95-55 · Auxerre, FranceOn February 20, 2008, approximately 1852 UTC, a French registered Beech 95-55, F-BPJF, serial number TC-1143, piloted by a French private pilot, impacted terrain, following a loss engine power, near Auxerre Airfield (LFAQ) France. The pilot was killed and one…NTSB NYC08CA125Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 140 · Halls, TNThe flight instructor's inadequate remedial action. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB NYC08CA110Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172N · Perry, GAThe student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusting winds.NTSB NYC08CA108Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAviat A-1B · Winder, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the gusty crosswind condition.NTSB NYC08CA105Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-30 · Atlanta, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.NTSB CHI08IA085Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportHawker Beechcraft 99 · Moline, ILThe arcing of the resistor and silicone controlled rectifier in the flap control circuit.NTSB NYC08WA104Accident · 3 fatalClass 5 · ForeignCessna 650 · Caico Seco, VenezuelaOn February 18, 2008, about 1815 Venezuelan local time, a Cessna 650, N385EM, was destroyed when it impacted the savanna near Caico Seco, Anzoategui, Venezuela. The two pilots and one passenger, all Venezuelan citizens, were fatally injured. Visual…NTSB LAX08LA063Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportWilson RV-7 · Nevada City, CAThe improper installation of the fuel pump, leading to a fatigue failure of the pump's lever arm and subsequent loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB DFW08IA073Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcDonnell Douglas MD-88 · Austin, TXThe airplane struck a large bird while making a visual approach to the airport.NTSB DCA08WA103Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing · Ottawa, CanadaOn February 17, 2008, at 2258 eastern standard time, a Westjet Boeing 737-700, registered in Canada as C-GLWS overran runway 07 at MacDonald Cartier International Airport, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. There were no injuries to passengers or crew. The…NTSB LAX08CA062Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-32-300 · Kalispell, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain alignment with the runway while landing and executing a go-around.NTSB LAX08CA061Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22 · El Cajon, CAThe failure of both pilots to maintain directional control during landing and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.NTSB DEN08FA059Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 414A · Benton, KSThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's flight into known adverse weather conditions and the low clouds and visibility.NTSB DCA08CA041Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportEmbraer ERJ170 · Washington, DCInadequate ground separation maintained by the pilot of the Embraer E170.NTSB SEA08FA078Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportLancair LC41 · Portland, ORThe pilot's failure to follow the missed approach procedure. Contributing to the accident were the fog and below landing minimums visibility conditions.NTSB SEA08CA081Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportSteven Hardie AIR CAM · Duncan Mills, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance with power lines while maneuvering at a low altitude. Contributing factors included the pilot's decision to fly at low altitude and the sun glare condition.NTSB MIA08CA064Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportClutton Eric Fred S1 · Tullahoma, TNThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff.NTSB MIA08CA061Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportStephen F. Graves SG-3 · Fort Pierce, FLThe failure of the student to maintain directional control during a cross wind takeoff. A factor in the accident was inadequate supervision by the CFI.NTSB LAX08LA059Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMunson RV-6A · Stanwood, WAThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed above stall (Vs) during an emergency landing that lead to a stall and uncontrolled descent. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CHI08CA084Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150G · Viroqua, WIThe pilot not maintaining directional control during the landing and the ground loop the pilot encountered. A factor was the crosswind.NTSB NYC08CA101Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182K · Greenville, METhe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident were the snow covered runway and sun glare light conditions.NTSB MIA08CA065Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportEmbraer EMB-145LR · Covington, KYThe flight attendant's inadvertent slip on the galley's contaminated floor and falling during climb to cruise.NTSB MIA08CA056Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172S · Orlando, FLThe student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.NTSB NYC08CA103Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Gainesville, FLThe pilot's improper flare.NTSB LAX08LA060Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 305-A · Mokuleia, HIThe failure of the left main landing gear strut due to fatigue. Contributing to the failure was the side load placed on the landing gear while making a crosswind landing.NTSB SEA08IA080Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBombardier CL-600 · Hilo, HIThe captain and first officer inadvertently falling asleep during the cruise phase of flight. Contributing to the incident were the captain's undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea and the flight crew’s recent work schedules, which included several consecutive…NTSB SEA08CA076Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182 · Livermore, CAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during landing.NTSB NYC08LA099Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeechcraft 390 · Leesburg, VAThe airplane's runway excursion during landing roll following an encounter with ice. Contributing to the accident was the ice-covered runway, and the airport personnel's lack of knowledge regarding the runway condition.NTSB LAX08WA071Accident · 2 fatalClass 5 · ForeignPiper PA-18 · Gascoyne Junc, AustraliaOn February 13, 2008, about 1015 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Piper PA-18 Super Cub, Australian registration VH-OUS, and a Robinson helicopter R44, Australian registration VH-ZDP, collided in mid-air 54 kilometers northwest of Gascoyne Junction,…NTSB DEN08FA058Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Sterling, KSThe loss of pitch control during cruise flight resulting from the separation of the stabilator trim actuator due to inadequate maintenenace.NTSB DCA08WA039Incident · No injuriesClass 5 · ForeignBoeing 737-500 · Helsinki, FinlandOn February 13, 2008, at 1358 UTC, an Ukraine International Airlines Boeing 737-500, registration number UR-GAU, clipped the right wingtip upon landing at Helsinki-Vantaa aerodome, Finland. Seven crem members and 32 passengers on board. No injuries reported.…NTSB CHI08WA077Accident · 1 fatalClass 5 · ForeignPiper PA-28R-200 · Empingham, United KingdomOn February 13, 2008, at 1540 universal coordinated time, a Piper PA-28R-200, G-BKFZ, registered to a private owner collided with terrain in a wooded area near Rutland Water, United Kingdom. The airplane was destroyed and the private pilot was fatally…NTSB CHI08CA081Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 425 · Cahokia, ILThe pilot not maintaining clearance from the runway sign during taxi for takeoff. A factor contributing to the accident was an icy taxiway.NTSB LAX08WA133Accident · Serious injuriesForeign investigationBell 206L1 · Foasi, PNG, IndonesiaThe cause will be determined by the Indonesian National Transportation Safety Committee.