NTSB investigations, 1995, GA
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.
Cases per year
| 1962 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 2 |
| 1964 | 77 |
| 1965 | 114 |
| 1966 | 113 |
| 1967 | 140 |
| 1968 | 101 |
| 1969 | 126 |
| 1970 | 117 |
| 1971 | 131 |
| 1972 | 142 |
| 1973 | 89 |
| 1974 | 117 |
| 1975 | 77 |
| 1976 | 103 |
| 1977 | 113 |
| 1978 | 120 |
| 1979 | 95 |
| 1980 | 92 |
| 1981 | 83 |
| 1982 | 82 |
| 1983 | 84 |
| 1984 | 79 |
| 1985 | 75 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1988 | 61 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1990 | 60 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1992 | 54 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 47 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 49 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 47 |
| 2010 | 48 |
| 2011 | 44 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 37 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 44 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 27 |
Where
Latest cases
Query with SQL
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\") = 1995
AND c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'GA' AND c.\"eventCountry\" = 'USA'
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 WHERE year(c."eventDate") = 1995 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'GA' AND c."eventCountry" = 'USA' 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 ATL96LA028Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-232 · Atlanta, GAFailure of the tug driver, who was towing the Lockheed L-1011, to ensure that clearance was maintained from the Boeing 737, which was standing.NTSB MIA96LA040Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Macon, GAThe pilot-in-command's failure to assure an adequate amount of fuel was available for the flight.NTSB ATL96LA019Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Athens, GAThe mechanic's failure to adequately inspect and repair the engine, which resulted in engine oil contamination, and the subsequent loss of engine power. A factor was the low ceiling.NTSB ATL96FA018Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportNavion D · Canton, GAThe pilot's impairment of judgement and performance due to drugs which led to his overconfidence of personal ability and continued flight into known adverse weather conditions. The weather conditions and dark night were factors.NTSB MIA96LA032Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKoutz Q-200 · Valdosta, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control. The crosswind was a factor.NTSB MIA96LA029Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca BL-17-30A · Kings Bay, GAa loss of control due to pilot spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was: the dark night condition and the pilot's improper decision to turn to an easterly heading with no ground reference lights available.NTSB ATL96LA011Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 421 · Peachtree City, GADeer on the runway during a night landing that resulted in the collision.NTSB MIA96LA022Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Snellville, GAThe pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point on landing. The sunglare and wet grass were factors.NTSB ATL96LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 23 · Newnan, GAa loose fuel line fitting, which resulted in a fuel leak and premature emptying of the left fuel tank; failure of the pilot to follow the checklist (select the fullest fuel tank for landing); fuel starvation; and subsequent Loss of engine power, while on…NTSB MIA96LA007Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportForney ERCOUPE-2 · Cartersville, GAThe pilot-in-command's decision to continue flight with the inoperative fuel transfer pump which resulted in loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. The inoperative fuel transfer pump and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing were…NTSB MIA96LA006Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Eastman, GAThe failure of the pilot-in-command to perform fuel consumption calculations, and the decision not to refuel. Contributing to the accident was fuel exhaustion, and the pilot- in-command's decision to operate the airplane with the fuel gauges inoperative.NTSB MIA96LA008Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-180 · Covington, GAthe pilot's failure to divert to an alternate airport after recognizing a low fuel state existed and his delay to declare an emergency with ATC. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing.NTSB ATL96LA005Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20K · Dalton, GAOil starvation for an unknown reason, which resulted in progressive connecting rod failure and subsequent loss of engine power. Factors relating to the accident were: the unfavoable weather and light conditions (low ceiling and fog at dusk), which hampered…NTSB ATL96LA004Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportLopez Lancair 360 · Atlanta, GAthe noninstrument-rated pilot's intentional VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions which led to a loss of control.NTSB ATL96LA001Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172M · Savannah, GAThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for a precautionary landing, and his failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle (road sign) during the landing.NTSB ATL95LA169Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-301 · Plains, GAFailure of the number four cylinder rocker arm housing and pin, which resulted in a closed exhaust valve and loss of engine power.NTSB MIA95FA223Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-34-200T · Dalton, GAthe pilot's improper action by turning off the right engine fuel selector valve after the left engine had failed, and her failure to maintain control of the airplane after losing power in both engines. Factors relating to the accident were: a worn rocker arm…NTSB ATL95LA166Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170 · Hartwell, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and failure to take appropriate remedial action. A factor was trees.NTSB DCA95MA054Accident · 8 fatalClass 1 · MajorFinal reportEmbraer EMB-120RT · Carrollton, GAthe in-flight fatigue fracture and separation of a propeller blade resulting in distortion of the left engine nacelle, causing excessive drag, loss of wing lift, and reduced directional control of the airplane. The fracture was caused by a fatigue crack from…NTSB ATL95LA153Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportYothment KOLB-FIRESTAR II · Lawrenceville, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain flying speed. A factor was the pilot's lack of familiarity with the aircraft.NTSB MIA95FA207Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 210C · Dawsonville, GAThe pilot's disregard of the weather forecast and flight into known adverse weather (instrument flight conditions), resulting in an in-flight collision while maneuvering in mountainous terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent…NTSB MIA95LA195Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 195B · Macon, GAa total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was an engine compartment fire of undetermined origin.NTSB ATL95LA145Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47G2 · Montrose, GAThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning and visual lookout.NTSB ATL95LA141Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportWheeler Fisher Classic · Marietta, GAimproper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power; and the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, while turning to make a forced landing, which resulted in a stall and impact with the terrain.NTSB ATL95LA125Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8A/E · Williamson, GAThe pilot in command's failure to compensate for wind conditions which resulted in a failure to maintain control of the aircraft when a windshear was encountered.NTSB ATL95LA121Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Juliette, GAThe pilot's ostentatious display, resulting in a collision with the water.NTSB ATL95LA108Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 188 · Garfield, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain flying speed during a climbout from a swath run which resulted in a stall and the subsequent collision with trees.NTSB ATL95LA114Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Peachtree City, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate lookout while maneuvering on the ramp which resulted in his misjudging the clearance between his airplane and parked aircraft.NTSB ATL95MA106Accident · Serious injuriesClass 1 · MajorFinal reportDouglas DC-9-32 · Atlanta, GAfailure of Turk Hava Yollari maintenance and inspection personnel to perform a proper inspection of a 7th stage high compressor disc, thus allowing the detectable crack to grow to a length at which the disc ruptured, under normal operating conditions,…NTSB ATL95LA107Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing D75N1 · Fayetteville, GAA malfunction of the carburetor needle valve which resulted in fuel starvation to the engine.NTSB ATL95LA095Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKolb Firestar II · Cumming, GAThe pilot/owner's failure to inspect the aircraft, which resulted in a loose spark plug lead. A factor was the rough terrain conditions at the landing area.NTSB ATL95FA088Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Atlanta, GAThe pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to a drug, VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, and failure to remain clear of the obstacle (towering smoke stack). Factors relating to the accident were: the adverse weather conditions.NTSB ATL95FA087Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportDuke, Clarence E. Lancair 360 · Hampton, GAThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor in the accident was the pilot's lack of recent flying experience.NTSB ATL95LA086Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182R · Conyers, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper touchdown point during the landing, and his failure to perform a go around when a long landing was imminent. Factors were the sudden windshift resulting in a tailwind condition, and the downhill landing conditions.NTSB ATL95LA082Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 337G · Savannah, GAThe pilot's improper flare and his improper use of the flight controls during landing which resulted in collapse of the nose gear.NTSB ATL95LA074Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Canton, GAThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind landing.NTSB ATL95LA070Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRoggio Rotorway Executive · Toccoa, GAThe pilot's failure to use carburetor heat which resulted in the loss of engine power. A factor was weather conditions favorable for the formation of carburetor ice.NTSB ATL95LA062Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing 727-200 · Alma, GAThe aircraft's encounter with unforecast clear air turbulence.NTSB ATL95FA057Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 208B · Gainesville, GAThe pilots failure to maintain the minimum descent altitude during the approach. The weather and dark night light condition were factors.NTSB ATL95LA058Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150L · Jefferson, GAThe loss of engine power because of sticking valves. A factor was the continuous use of an improper fuel grade.NTSB MIA95LA075Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172K · Wrightsville, GAThe pilot-in-command's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering in a turn. The low altitude at the time of the stall was a factor.NTSB ATL95LA047Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportBrandt Rutan Longeze · Marietta, GAThe pilot's delayed abort of the ground run which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with the ravine.NTSB ATL95FA046Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Chamblee, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after becoming spatially disoriented. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's lack of proficiency (recent experience) in instrument flying, and improper approach control service by vectoring the…NTSB MIA95T#A04Accident · No injuriesClass 3Final reportCessna 180 · Camilla, GANTSB ATL95IA043Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 737-247 · Atlanta, GAThe inadequate inspection of the aircraft by other maintenance personnel, in that they did not properly diagnose discrepancies in the antiskid braking system.NTSB ATL95FA036Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 414 · Augusta, GAThe loss of power on the left engine for undetermined reasons. A factor was the failure of the right engine due to maintenance personnel's failure to properly torque the cylinder through bolts.NTSB ATL95LA035Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 310N · Covington, GAThe pilot's improper fuel management which resulted in fuel starvation and loss of engine power.