NTSB investigations, 2017
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 year(c.\"eventDate\") = 2017 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") = 2017 ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
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NTSB WPR17LA217Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-260 · Los Angeles, CAThe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before landing.NTSB GAA17CA565Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA18 · Holy Cross, AKThe pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB GAA17CA557Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellet James J Vans RV 8 · Orange, MAThe pilot's failure to remove the engine cowl plugs during preflight, which resulted in excessive engine cylinder head temperatures during climb and a total loss of engine power.NTSB ERA17WA344Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCessna 150 · BahamasOn September 26, 2017, a Cessna 150G, N3214X, went missing and was presumed to be substantially damaged. The private pilot and passenger were also missing, and presumed to be fatally injured. As of October 30, 2017, the airplane had not been found. A visual…NTSB CEN17WA369Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationMD Helicopter 369 · Norrbotten, Sweden, SwedenOn September 26, 2017, about 1154 hours universal coordinated time, an MD Helicopters 369D, Swedish registration SE-JVI, impacted terrain about one-third mile from the Alvsbyn Airport (ESUV), Norrbotten, Sweden. One pilot was fatally injured and the second…NTSB WPR17LA216Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · TamuningThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in oil exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power during cruise flight.NTSB GAA17CA569Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA 18 · Beluga, AKThe pilot’s inability to maintain pitch control due to an encounter with a tailwind gust after the airplane had stopped, which resulted in a nose-over.NTSB ERA17LA335Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBrad J Bates Mosquito XE 285 · Odessa, FLA total loss of engine power due to cold seizure of the No.1 piston, which resulted in its failure and a subsequent emergency autorotation and impact with a house’s roof.NTSB DCA17CA217Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 737-8H4 · Sioux City, IAthe flight attendant accidentally pouring hot water on his hand which resulted in a 2nd degree burn.NTSB CEN17LA368Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportEris E. Ervin Quicksilver · Cleburne, TXAn engine loss of power due to fuel starvation from a broken fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine; the loss of engine power prevented the pilot from reaching a suitable landing area. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance of the…NTSB GAA17CA553Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAerotrike Safari · Bridgeton, NJThe pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing while conducting an off-airport precautionary landing after a bird strike.NTSB GAA17CA551Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 · Santa Barbara, CAThe student pilot’s unstabilized hover, which resulted in ground contact and a dynamic rollover. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.NTSB ERA17LA334Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMcmillan Joel L Avid SW 65 · Darlington, SCA total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a clogged fuel filter.NTSB ERA17LA333Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBuschmann/Vanzee Vari EZ · Ambler, PAWater contamination of the fuel that was not detected during a preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB CEN17LA366Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEmerson Kitfox · Waller, TXA partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.NTSB CEN17FA364Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech C35 · Camden, ARThe pilot's improper decision to return to the runway instead of landing straight ahead when the engine lost power and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering for an emergency landing, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane's…NTSB WPR17LA214Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSC Aerostar YAK 52W · El Cajon, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during taxi after a reduction in braking performance and steering capabilities due to his failure to reopen the air supply valve after the nonstandard engine start.NTSB WPR17LA212Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20E · Glendale, CAThe pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning and improper decision to not refuel before the flight, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent total loss of engine power.NTSB ERA17LA332Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 · Clearwater, FLThe airplane pilot's inadequate visual lookout, which resulted in an in-flight collision with a helicopter. Contributing to the accident was the airplane pilot's failure to adequately transmit his position while operating in the airport traffic pattern.NTSB DCA17WA205Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 777 · Osaka, JapanThe Japan Transport Safety Board (JTSB) has notified the NTSB of a serious incident involving a BOEING 777 airplane that occurred on September 23, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Japan's investigation…NTSB CEN17FA362Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMitsubishi MU 2B-40 · Ainsworth, NEThe pilot's loss of airplane control due to spatial disorientation.NTSB CEN17FA361Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna TR182 · Thief River Falls, MNThe noninstrument-rated pilot's decision to depart into instrument meteorological conditions, and his subsequent loss of control due to spatial disorientation.NTSB WPR17FA213Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172L · Perkinsville, AZThe pilot's decision to fly into a canyon during wind conditions conducive to turbulence and downdrafts, and his subsequent loss of aircraft control while maneuvering in the canyon. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's limited canyon flying experience.NTSB GAA17CA573Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172 · Chino, CAAn in-flight collision with a bird while on downwind.NTSB GAA17CA550Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Danbury, CTThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions.NTSB DCA17WA203Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationAirbus A330 · Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR ChinaThe Civil Aviation Department of Hong Kong has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a BOEING 747-433 airplane that occurred on September 22, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of the Government of the…NTSB GAA17CA555Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGodwin Jeff E Safari · Fayetteville, NCThe student pilot’s failure to maintain lateral control during a hover pedal turn.NTSB GAA17CA554Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportThomas J Murray Kitfox Super Sport · Old Forge, NYThe separation of the wheel assembly during landing due to the pilot’s use of improper retaining nuts when he installed the tundra tires.NTSB GAA17CA552Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportHencken William Pietenpol AIR Camper · Franklin, PAThe failure of the weld that connects the left main landing gear and the axle during the takeoff roll.NTSB GAA17CA547Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Albuquerque, NMThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll in gusting crosswind conditions.NTSB ERA17WA331Accident · Minor injuriesForeign investigationCessna 650 · Istanbul, TürkiyeOn September 21, 2017, at 1820 universal coordinated time, a Cessna 650 (Citation III), Turkish registration TC-KON, operated by Avione Jet, was destroyed by postimpact fire after a runway excursion at Istanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul, Turkey (LTBA). The…NTSB DCA17IA202Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportDJI Phantom · Hoffman Island, NYthe failure of the sUAS pilot to see and avoid the helicopter due to his intentional flight beyond visual line of sight. Contributing to the incident was the sUAS pilot's incomplete knowledge of the regulations and safe operating practices.NTSB CEN17WA370Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationCessna 150J · Goderich, CanadaOn September 20, 2017, about 2036 eastern daylight time, a Cessna 150J single-engine airplane, Canadian registration C-FHPU, serial number 15070602, crashed in Lake Huron about 1.1 nautical miles west of Goderich Municipal Airport (CYGD), Goderich, Ontario,…NTSB WPR17LA211Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRobinson Helicopter R22 · Long Beach, CAThe student pilot's failure to maintain rotor rpm during the crosswind landing approach and his subsequent improper decision to initiate an autorotation instead of applying corrective control inputs after the helicopter experienced normal airframe vibration.…NTSB WPR17LA210Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210 · Sacramento, CAPartial retraction of the main landing gear during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and functional testing of the gear revealed no anomalies.NTSB GAA17CA546Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150 · Siler City, NCThe pilot's improper decision to take off with known electrical issues, which distracted him and led to a loss of directional control during the takeoff roll.NTSB GAA17CA543Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna T210 · St George, UTThe pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing.NTSB ERA17FA330Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 150G · Rhine, GAThe student pilot's decision to take off from a partially-lit grass runway in dark night, marginal visual flight rules conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation, an exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack, and an aerodynamic stall.NTSB DCA17WA222Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · Bangkok, ThailandThe AAIB of Thailand has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a Boeing 737 airplane that occurred on September 19, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AAIB of Thailand's investigation under the provisions of ICAO…NTSB DCA17WA201Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · Mumbai, IndiaThe government of India Ministry of Civil Aviation Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has notified the NTSB of a serious incident involving a BOEING 737 airplane that occurred on September 19, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited…NTSB CEN17WA360Accident · 2 fatalForeign investigationVans RV4 · Stafsberg, NorwayOn September 19, 2017, at 1450 UTC, a Vans Aircraft RV-4, experimental, amateur-built airplane, Norwegian registration LN-ABF, impacted terrain near the Hamar Airport (ENHA), Stafsberg, Norway. The pilot and passenger on board were fatally injured and the…NTSB CEN17WA383Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationBell 47G · Llano Bonito de Pococí, Costa RicaOn September 18, 2017, at 0720 central daylight time, a Bell 47G2 helicopter, Costa Rican registration TI-BGH, serial number 1459, impacted terrain during an aerial application flight, near Llano Bonito de Pococí, Costa Rica. The pilot was fatally injured,…NTSB WPR17LA209Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportTrudel GP 4 · Reno, NVThe other pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the airplane during the line-abreast formation.NTSB WPR17LA208Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 28-161 · El Cajon, CAA partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice during descent for landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to apply carburetor heat.NTSB WPR17LA206Accident · Minor injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportBell 47G 5 · Salinas, CAThe pilot’s inadequate visual lookout, which resulted in an in-flight collision with a wire.NTSB GAA17CA541Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRudberg Todd W Vans Acft RV8 · Manzanita, ORThe airplane’s collision with two elks during landing.NTSB GAA17CA539Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna A185 · Talkeetna, AKThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions.NTSB DCA17WA204Incident · No injuriesForeign investigationBoeing 737 · Aqaba, JordanThe Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) has notified the NTSB of an incident involving a BOEING 737 airplane that occurred on September 17, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Jordan's…NTSB CEN17LA358Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177B · London, OHThe flight instructor's inadequate in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB WPR17LA207Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 208B · Sedona, AZThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a light pole while taxiing.