NTSB investigations, NH
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 c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'NH' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA' 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 c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'NH' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
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NTSB NYC87DNC06Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportEnstrom F-28A · Mason, NHThe loss of aircraft control after the tail rotor struck the trees and departed the aircraft. The pilot's poor judgement in flying in weather conditions beyond his capabilities was a factor.NTSB NYC87LA194Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChampion 7GCB · Sullivan, NHThe pilot of the float equipped citabria 7GCBC experienced a power loss when he added power and raised his nose for a cruise climb from 3500 ft. he set up for a forced landing in a pond. As he neared touchdown, the engine regained power and responded to the…NTSB NYC87DNC10Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportHuffman Quickie Q2 · Peterborough, NHAt 0939 EDT, the acft departed syracuse, NY, on a flt to nashua, NH. Subsequently, it was rprtd missing. A search was initiated, but the acft was not found until it was discovered by a hiker aprx 2 months later. The acft had crashed below a mtn top near…NTSB NYC87LA137Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStearman PT-17 · Hampton, NHWhile on final approach, the plt stated that the acft encountered a moderate crosswind. At abt mid-field, the plt elected to make a go-around, however, due to windshear and/or downdrafts, the acft was unable to climb. The Stearman collided with several tall…NTSB NYC87LA132Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDornier DO-228-201 · Manchester, NHVibration was experienced shortly after touchdown caused by the failure of the propeller blade as a result of fatigue cracking which was initiated from a linear area in a defect free portion of the camber face of the blade. Propagation was through 60% of the…NTSB NYC87LA125Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Manchester, NHThe Cessna 152 was making a touch and go on rwy 35 with the winds reported to be 170 degrees at 11 knots. The pilot lost control after touchdown and veered off the runway to the left. The aircraft struck a runway light and flipped over receiving substantial…NTSB NYC87LA094Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Colebrook, NHThe plt rprtd that after arriving, the wind shifted to the NE, but he elected to land on rwy 21 'because of a frost heave.' Subsequently, he landed long to avoid the frost heave, but was unable to stop on the icy rwy. The acft contd off the departure end &…NTSB NYC87LA069Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269D · Antrim, NHDuring a practice hover, the pilot lost directional control and the helicopter pitched up at an angle of about 20-25 degrees causing the tail rotor to contact the snow. The aircraft was substantially damaged, but there were no injuries. The CFI stated that…NTSB NYC87LA060Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-38-112 · Randolph, NHStudent pilot on a cross country instructional flight became disoriented, decided to return to departure airport. However seeing that he was running low on fuel looked for an airport to land to refuel and find out his location. He decided to make a…NTSB NYC87LA053Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Goffstown, NHThe Cessna 180 made a touch and go on a 2100 ft long runway. The touchdown was described as past the first third of the runway. There were two rated pilots and a passenger in the aircraft. The co-pilot thought the aircraft would be unable to clear powerlines…NTSB NYC87DNC01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportEnstrom F-28A · Belmont, NHThe helicopter was in cruise flt when an engine failure occurred. The plt entered an autorotation and made a hard landing which collapsed the left front strut. The nose lowered as the tail cone rose and the main rotor made contact with the tail rotor. The…NTSB NYC86LA239Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHiller UH12C · E.Conway, NHPilot lost control of the helicopter while at hover then decided to land. However the pilot set the aircraft down hard. The main rotor blade severed the tail.NTSB NYC86FNC09Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCessna 205 · Twin Mountain, NHDuring a 'bomb drop' contest at an organized 'fly-in', the pilot was maneuvering at low airspeed so his passenger could drop a water-filled balloon on a target which had been placed on runway 27. The acft suddenly banked to the right and pitched down striking…NTSB ATL86FA240Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Hampton, NHThe acft was flying at low alt in the vicinity of interstate I-95 when the plt made a 360 deg, rgt turn. After the turn, the acft collided with pwr lines, which crossed I-95, then crashed & burned. A witness estimated the acft had dscndd to about 35 to 50 ft…NTSB NYC86LA220Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson R-22 · Rochester, NHPilot made a steep descent and lost directional control. The aircraft collided with the ground while still turning causing the helicopter to roll over.NTSB NYC86LA211Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman AA-1B · Moultonboro, NHThe plt rprtd that he departed the Moultonboro arpt at about 2200 EDT. During departure, the acft stalled & crashed into trees about 1/2 mi northwest of the arpt.NTSB NYC86FNC08Accident · 2 fatalFinal reportChampion 7HC · Epsom, NHA student pilot and passenger on a local flight collided with a tree, crashed and burned. No malfunction was found with the aircraft and engine. The plts flt time was not reported or available.NTSB NYC86FNC07Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportCessna 150M · Nashua, NHThe CFI had allowed the student to make the takeoff, witness observed the C150 flying above the rwy at approx 75 to 100 ft with 20 degree flaps. Other witnesses stated that the nose was observed to pitch up then the left wing dropped and the acft went from…NTSB NYC86LA192Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMaule M-5-235 · Wolfeboro, NHWhile landing, the aircraft bounced slightly & the plt lost directional control. The aircraft veered left over the runway edge onto a soft shoulder, nosed over & was damaged.NTSB NYC86DNC06Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportHansen Hawk 304 · Wolfeboro, NHThe experimental aircraft equipped with a buick V-8 aluminum block engine experienced power loss on approach for landing. The pilot decided that the distance and terrain was too great for a glide to the airport, and an emergency water landing in a nearby lake…NTSB NYC86LA168Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206B III · Moultonboro, NHThe Bell jet ranger had just dropped off an external load and was returning downhill when the pilot reported hearing a growling noise in the aft portion of the aircraft. He autorotated to landing as control was lost. When the wreckage was examined after it…NTSB NYC86LA161Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAlon A2 · South Sutton, NHThe plt rprtd that during a landing, the flight encountered a severe downdraft and impacted the ground hard, collapsing the nose gear and incurring other damage to the aircraft.NTSB NYC86FNC03Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportPiper J-3 · Milan, NHThe pilot was flying a 'drunken farmer' routine at a airshow. He was observed in the air to begin a descent from which he did not recover. The pilot was fatally injured in the crash and the aircraft destroyed. No mechanical or physical reason for the crash…NTSB NYC86LA129Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150K · North Hampton, NHThe acft settled into trees during a landing apch. The plt reported that he added full power with the carburetor heat off and was still unable to stop the descent. When flt checked by the FAA, the plts slow flt and stall recovery procedures were found to be…NTSB NYC86LA124Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 305A · Salem, NHThe Cessna 305, being used a tow plane for glider operations, ran through a fence at the departure end of the rwy during takeoff. The plt stated he experienced a wind shift during takeoff. He did not have a pre-decided point at which to either release the…NTSB NYC86LA090Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech S35 · Laconia, NHDuring cruise flt, the acft eng failed & oil covered the windshield & side windows. Subsequently, the acft crash landed into wooded terrain while in a wings level attitude at low speed. Tests showed the eng crankshaft had failed from fatigue. The fatigue…NTSB NYC86LA078Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Nashua, NHThe student pilot was performing touch and go landings at boire field when he applied power to takeoff, he was distracted by the flap control setting. During this distraction the aircraft drifted to the left. Full right rudder was used in an attempt to…NTSB NYC86LA061Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47J2A · Atkinson, NHPilot stated he was attempting to position the Bell 47 helicopter on a small pad. This pad was too narrow to accommodate this acft and the right skid slipped off the platform. The pilot then requested his passenger to deplane. After the pilot determined that…NTSB NYC86LA046Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172RG · Mt. Lafayette, NHThe acft, while in cruise flt en route to lyndonville, VT, encountered a severed downdraft and the plt was unable to penetrate or climb out of the descent. The acft continued to descend until impact with a mountain occurred. The acft contacted the terrain at…NTSB NYC86FA023Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Rochester, NHDuring landing approach to runway 32, the aircraft started to porpoise over the runway. The aircraft continued in this manner until it neared the end of the runway. The aircraft then started a slow climbing right turn just clearing nearby trees. The…NTSB NYC86FA017Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS-1-35C · North Conway, NHDuring an off airport landing attempt in a cleared corn field, the glider was approaching a treeline at an altitude of 10 to 20 ft AGL. Witnesses observed the glider pull up and bank to the left before falling nose first into the ground. The pilot's log book…NTSB NYC86DNC01Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportBurkhart Grob 103 · Franconia, NHThe pilot flying a grob 103 was engaged in ridge soaring when the aircraft encountered down or sinking air. The aircraft was unable to recover prior to striking trees. The aircraft received substantial damage and the pilot received serious injuries while the…NTSB NYC86LA004Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 140 · Newport, NHAcft collided with trees while executing a go-around. The acft lost power, the plt lowered the nose in an attempt to restart the eng while turning right in an effort to return to the rwy. The acft stalled and collided with trees.NTSB NYC85LA234Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-260 · East Swanzey, NHThe acft was preflighted & determined to have 10 qts of oil in the eng. While climbing thru about 1000 ft MSL after takeoff, the propeller RPM began rising to the redline. The plt reduced power & proceeded to make an emerg landing. During a turn toward the…NTSB NYC85FNC06Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportPiper PA-11 · Moultonboro, NHThe 65 HP acft took off from a cove and during a turn at about 150 ft AGL the acft nosed dwn after rolling rt. The acft struck the water in a steep nose down attitude. According to witnesses, the bng was running normally during the climb and descent. No…NTSB NYC85LA160Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182P · Newport, NHThe acft collided with trees during an attempted go-around following a loss of directional control. The plt was advised by UNICOM that a 'bit of a crosswind' existed at the arpt. The plt initiated a go-around after a gust of wind was misaligned the acft…NTSB NYC85LA129Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180J · Hooksett, NHThe plt was ferrying the acft to a fld where floats were to be installed. While on the apch, the acft encountered a crosswind and drifted 20 ft off the intended centerline. The acft touched down and rolled about 110 ft before colliding with a small bush and…NTSB NYC85FA109Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · No. Hampton, NHOn April 20, 1985, a Piper PA-28-140, flown by a student plt, crashed during an attempted go-around at north Hampton, NH, while on a pleasure flt. The wx was clear, winds were light and variable with unlimited visibility. The tough rwy is 2050 ft long and 300…NTSB NYC85FA060Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-31-350 · Whitefield, NHThe acft crashed after executing a missed approach at Whitefield during IMC wx. The acft was seen at 300-400 ft AGL during some part of the maneuvering near the arpt. The acft seemed to be heading for the arpt when last seen by ground observers. The only…NTSB NYC85FNC02Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportPiper PA-34-200T · Hopkinton, NHThe acft collided with a tree during an ILS approach in IMC wx. The acft was on a x-cty flt and the plt declared a missed approach at this pt but did not acknowledge hitting the tree. When the rt eng quit and directional control could not be maintained the…NTSB NYC85LA030Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28RT-201T · Antrim, NHPlt stated, a wind shift occurred on short final resulting in a sudden uncontrollable yaw to the left. Right aileron and full power was added, however, the acft contacted trees before recovery was made.NTSB NYC85LA018Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech G18S · Laconia, NHAccording to the plt, shortly after takeoff the acft began to pitch up, decelerate, and roll right. He reduced power and lowered the nose in an unsuccessfull attempt to regain control. There were no mechanical malfunctions reported.NTSB NYC85LA005Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47G3-B1 · Moultonboro, NHAcft was climbing through a mountain saddle when the engine began to backfire and lose power. Plt entered autorotation & settled into trees on autorotative flare. Engine inspection revealed #3 cylinder intake valve springs broken.NTSB NYC84FNC10Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportBell 47G-3B1 · Lincoln, NHThe acft was being used in a passenger sightseeing operation when shortly after takeoff the eng ceased to operate & the acft crashed into trees. Both passengers aboard the helicopter observed that the fuel gage indicated empty prior to the eng stopage. Exam…NTSB NYC84FA306Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBellanca 8GCBC · Wilmot, NHWitnesses saw a rt wing section separate when the acft was in a loop. The acft descended and crashed afterwards. The investigation disclosed the pilot had previous aerobatic experience in gliders. No records were disclosed revealing pilot flight time in…NTSB NYC84LA282Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150M · Claremont, NHAfter a dual instructional flt, practicing landings, the student tookoff on a solo flt. He made 2 takeoffs & landings without incident. On his 3rd takeoff, the acft began drifting to the left. The student said he applied right rudder to correct the situation,…NTSB NYC84FA269Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Richmond, NHThe plt was flying inbound for the ILS rwy 02 apch via the gardner VOR transition. While on the transition, the acft descended below the 4000 ft MSL min alt to 2600 ft MSL. The plt was alerted by ATC. He responded that his chart read 3000 ft. the acft then…NTSB NYC84LA261Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTeal TSC 1A · Moultonboro, NHThe acft struck the tail of an acft as it was beginning to proceed in a go-around. The plt said he was unaware of the collision with the parked acft until the subsequent landing. The collision was the result of the acft in flt drifting downwind off the rwy…NTSB NYC84LA246Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C24R · Newmarket, NHPlt reported loss of power in flight and executed a forced landing in a wooded area. Reason for the power loss was not determined.NTSB NYC84FA228Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech B55 · N. Haverhill, NHA friend who observed the plt preflighting the acft saw him drain fuel from the sumps to check for water. However, he did not see the plt check the fuel level in the tanks. The plt taxied to the rwy, performed an eng run-up & took off. Shortly after lift-off,…