NTSB investigations, 2007, GA
180,611 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,590 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
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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\") = 2007
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") = 2007 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 NYC08CA067Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney M20F · Carrollton, GAThe pilot's descent below the glidepath during the approach, which resulted in a collision with terrain. Contributing factors included the pilot's diverted attention, pilot fatigue, and the night lighting conditions.NTSB NYC08FA053Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-200 · Augusta, GAA loss of engine power due to the fatigue fracture of the number 2 cylinder attach studs, and the subsequent separation of the number 2 cylinder.NTSB NYC08CA037Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172N · Statesboro, GAThe student pilot's failure to maintain a proper flare at touchdown.NTSB DEN08CA016Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-44 II · Cleveland, GAthe student pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during the landing, resulting in substantial damage to the helicopter. Contributing to the accident was the windy conditions.NTSB NYC08LA015Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRyan ST-3KR · Unadilla, GAThe improper propeller installation by the mechanic.NTSB MIA08LA009Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-46-310P · Atlanta, GAA misalignment of the nose landing gear wheel assembly during landing for undetermined reasons.NTSB MIA08FA003Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBellanca 7GCBC · Newton, GAThe failure of the right wing wooden spar due while the airplane was in cruise flight, due to the mechanic's inadequate annual inspection and his failure to comply with an airworthiness directive.NTSB MIA08FA001Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Walthourville, GAThe non-instrument rated pilot's loss of control at night in marginal night VFR operations due to spatial disorientation. A factor in the accident was the pilot's improper decision to continue the flight.NTSB NYC07LA237Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportOrtiz G/Saint J RV-10 · Hiram, GASeparation of the passenger cabin door during cruise flight for undetermined reasons.NTSB NYC07LA245Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C-90 · Bloomingdale, GAA loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's improper preflight planning and preparation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's reliance on inaccurate fuel gauges.NTSB NYC07FA228Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Dallas, GAThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine power during cruise due to fuel contamination.NTSB NYC07LA229Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportIsrael Aircraft Industries Astra SPX · Atlanta, GAThe pilot's failure to initiate a missed approach and his failure to obtain the proper touchdown point while landing in the rain. Contributing to the accident were the operator's lack of standard operating procedures and the inadequate maintenance of the…NTSB NYC07CA223Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBeech BE-55 · Gainesville, GAThe pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point.NTSB ATL07CA123Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportVans Vans RV-6 · Stockbridge, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during the landing roll.NTSB NYC07LA187Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna T337G · Chamblee, GAThe pilot’s failure to utilize all of the power available following an engine failure. Contributing to the accident were the failure of the rear engine for undetermined reasons.NTSB NYC07LA182Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Kennesaw, GAThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion during approach.NTSB MIA07LA129Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper J3C-65 · Andersonville, GAThe pilot's improper decision to make a 180-degree turn at low altitude to return to the departure runway following a loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb. A factor in the accident was contamination in the carburetor.NTSB MIA07CA119Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 777-232 · Atlanta, GAThe flight attendant's inadvertent misstep on a ladder and falling during pushback resulting in serious injuries.NTSB ATL07CA099Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172P · Perry, GAThe student pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll out resulting in the airplane departing the runway and collision with a ditch.NTSB ATL07LA092Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Brinson, GAA partial loss of engine power due to a blocked carburetor jet.NTSB NYC07CA135Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna C-170A · Trenton, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll which resulted in an impact with trees. Factors in the accident were the uneven narrow runway, and a wind gust.NTSB MIA07CA106Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150L · Greensboro, GAThe pilot's failure to retract the wing flaps during a go-around, which resulted in a stall, and uncontrolled descent, and an impact with terrain.NTSB ATL07GA087Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportBell 206B · Cedartown, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident were strong gusty winds.NTSB ATL07CA085Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobert J. Jackson RV6-A · Summerville, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall during the landing flare, resulting in an uncontrolled descent and in-flight collision with the runway.NTSB MIA07CA097Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper J3-C-65 · Byron, GAThe pilots failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff.NTSB CHI07CA142Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCanadian Car & Foundry Harvard MK IV · Peachtree City, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a ground loop and subsequent left main gear collapse.NTSB MIA07IA088Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-10-30 · Atlanta, GAThe improper overhaul of the horizontal stabilizer chain drive unit drive assembly.NTSB NYC07LA106Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA 46-350P · Brunswick, GAThe pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the attempted takeoff above the airplane's maximum gross weight, and an undetermined partial power loss, as reported by the pilot.NTSB ATL07FA081Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-38-112 · Dawsonville, GAThe pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, with a low cloud ceiling, over mountainous terrain.NTSB ATL07IA078Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportAirbus Industrie A319-111 · Atlanta, GAThe mechanics failure to follow procedures and directives in securing the lower engine cowling after maintenance, and the failure of the first officer to follow the checklist to ensure the engine cowling was secured during the walk around inspection resulting…NTSB ATL07FA077Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech 58 · Hamilton, GAThe pilot's exceeding the design stress limits of the airplane while performing aerobatics in a nonaerobatic airplane, which resulted in an in-flight overload failure of the airframe. A factor in the accident was the pilot's decision to perform aerobatics.NTSB ATL07CA075Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 182B · ST. Mary's, GAThe pilot's decision to operate an airplane with known deficiencies in equipment (inoperative carburetor heat control cable) resulting in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB ATL07CA074Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28R-201 · Waynesboro, GACompany maintenance personnel’s improper installation of an unapproved oil quick drain plug which resulted in oil exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power during cruise flight.NTSB ATL07CA070Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Hinesville, GAThe pilots improper preflight planning with resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ATL07LA065Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech BE-58 · Woolsey, GAIn-flight fire of the right wing for undetermined reasons.NTSB ATL07LA064Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech BE-90 · Augusta, GAA total failure of the electrical system for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the pilot's inability to ensure that the landing gear was down and locked.NTSB ATL07CA059Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportStinson 108 · Lawrenceville, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll out resulting in a ground loop.NTSB ATL07CA062Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28A-180C · Atlanta, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing with a flat main tire.NTSB ATL07CA058Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172K · Cornelia, GAThe failure of the owner/operator to repair or replace a known leaking brake system components resulting in a total loss of brakes while taxing and an on-ground collision with trees.NTSB ATL07LA057Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 95-B55 · Atlanta, GAThe improper maintenance of the "B-nut" fitting adjacent to the fuel pump by maintenance personnel, resulting in a fuel leak and wing explosion.NTSB ATL07LA054Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportJames Walter Hornet · Talbotton, GAThe failure of the right main fuel line, resulting in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power.NTSB ATL07CA060Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMaule M-5 235C · Moultrie, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing roll.NTSB ATL07CA048Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney M20J · Toccoa, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a go-around resulting in an inadvertenent stall and collision with the ground.NTSB ATL07CA047Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172R · Cartersville, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and an on-ground collision with a sign.NTSB ATL07CA046Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-44 · Covington, GAThe student pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter during liftoff, which resulted in an in-flight collision with the ground.NTSB ATL07LA045Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportHiller UH-12A · Bethlehem, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate rotor rpm, which resulted in an attempted autorotation and in-flight collision with trees. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the pilot exceeding the helicopters takeoff capability.NTSB ATL07CA043Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBurkhart-Grob G109 · Monticello, GAThe pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control, an in-flight collision with a hangar, and subsequent in-flight collision with the runway.NTSB ATL07CA042Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Elberton, GAThe passenger's inadvertent application of the left brake during landing roll, which resulted in a swerve to the left and impact with trees.NTSB ATL07LA041Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Brunswick, GAThe pilot's failure to activate the electric fuel pump following a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB ATL07FA040Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Hinesville, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in the in-flight breakup of the airplane due to aerodynamic overload. Contributing to the accident were airframe icing and the pilot's impairment by illegal drugs.