NTSB investigations, 2011, GA
180,604 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,583 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 | 26 |
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\") = 2011
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") = 2011 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 ERA12LA117Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-44-180 · Lawrenceville, GAThe mechanic's improper installation and lubrication of the bushing on the right main landing gear truss assembly, which resulted in the landing gear not locking in the down position.NTSB DCA12CA021Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 757-351 · Atlanta, GAthe failure of the captain of N303DQ to maintain a safe clearance from N583NW that was stopped on the taxiway.NTSB ERA12FA084Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 177RG · Tallapoosa, GAThe failure of the No. 2 rod end cap bolt, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.NTSB ERA12CA075Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 17-30A · Pine Mountain, GAThe pilot's inadequate directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB ERA12FA057Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportEckenrode Carl J Vans RV-6 · Taylorsville, GAThe airplane's entry into an uncontrolled descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane and the pilot’s medical history did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.NTSB ERA12CA055Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportTacchi Torello F Vans Aircraft RV10 · Folkston, GAThe pilot's improper preflight planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ENG12IA004Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBombardier CL600 2C10 · Atlanta, GAThe Start Operability Bleed Valve (OBV) fuel return adapter-fitting fractured and separated in cyclic fatigue, which allowed fuel to spill onto a hot engine case that ignited the undercowl fire. The OBV fuel adapter-fitting was dropped and the damage reduced…NTSB ERA12FA018Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBerger Michael A Waiex · Washington, GAThe in-flight failure of the aircraft’s Y-tail attachment structure during maneuvering flight due to overload. Contributing to the accident was, the kit manufacturer’s use of 14 CFR Part 23, Appendix A design guidelines intended for a conventional tail…NTSB ERA12LA034Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDiamond Aircraft Ind DA 20-C1 · Newnan, GAA total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB ERA12CA036Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172F · Atlanta, GAThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ENG12IA001Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 757-251 · Atlanta, GAthe return to service of overhauled airplane engine parts with undetected fatigue cracks, resulting in complete loss of engine power and uncontained engine failure. A contributing factor was the inadequate diffuser and HPT case inspection procedure.NTSB ERA12FA017Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8A · Dixie, GAMaintenance personnel’s improper installation of the No. 2 cylinder’s connecting rod, which resulted in the disconnection of the rod and a subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB ERA12CA038Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas MD-88 · Atlanta, GAThe tug driver's inadequate control of the tug while maneuvering the airplane during pushback.NTSB ERA11LA507Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMitsubishi MU-2B-25 · Atlanta, GAThe improper installation of the nose landing gear strut and subsequent collapse of the nose landing gear during landing.NTSB ERA11LA503Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 120 · Cordele, GAThe pilot's inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ERA11CA492Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman American Avn. AA-5A · Cleveland, GAThe pilot's poor decision to land with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion.NTSB ERA11FA462Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech B19 · Whitesburg, GAThe student pilot did not retract the wing flaps during a go-around, which decreased the airplane’s climb performance and resulted in an in-flight collision with trees.NTSB ERA11CA449Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportNorth American AT-6D · Canon, GAThe pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ENG11IA043Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-9-51 · Atlanta, GAThe probable cause of the No. 2 engine failure and subsequent aborted takeoff was the high cycle fatigue failure of a fan blade near the blade root that resulted in extensive low pressure compressor damage and compressor case breach.NTSB ERA11FA431Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech G35 · Byron, GAThe pilot’s sustained flight at airspeeds in excess of the airplane's never exceed speed during a steep descent, which resulted in a subsequent in-flight structural failure due to overstress.NTSB ERA11CA419Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 177 · Americus, GAThe CFI and pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.NTSB ERA11LA416Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChampion 7ECA · Hinesville, GAThe total loss of engine power due to the improper installation of the carburetor air filter by maintenance personnel, which resulted in the filter becoming dislodged and obstructing the carburetor. Contributing to the accident was the pilot did not maintain…NTSB ERA11FA406Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20K · Augusta, GAThe pilot’s decision to fly the airplane after maintenance personnel advised him that the airplane should not be flown because the pilot provided an incorrect propeller for installation and the subsequent failure of the propeller attachment bolts and the…NTSB ERA11FA374Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBinkley Richard Sonex · Calhoun, GAThe total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postimpact fire damage precluded a thorough examination of the engine.NTSB ENG11IA035Incident · Minor injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 757-232 · Atlanta, GAFuel leaking from the fuel flow transmitter that ignited on contact with the engine’s hot cases which resulted in an engine undercowl fire. The fuel leak resulted from the fuel flow transmitter end housing backing off from the main housing, creating a gap…NTSB ERA11CA343Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172S · Covington, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.NTSB ERA11CA337Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFlightstar Flightstar II-SL · Kingston, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during low-altitude maneuvering flight.NTSB ERA11FA321Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech V35 · Ellijay, GAThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain while maneuvering in a mountainous area.NTSB ERA11LA307Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFlightstar Flightstar II · Grantville, GAA total loss of engine power while maneuvering due to a seized piston.NTSB ERA11CA311Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSouthern Airmotive SAC · Taccoa, GAThe pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with a hangar.NTSB ERA11CA296Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBoeing 737-732 · Atlanta, GAThe B737-700 pilot did not maintain adequate wing tip clearance while taxiing around the stopped B-737-800.NTSB ERA11LA289Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Ocilla, GAThe pilot did not maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB ERA11CA273Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172M · Suchez, GAThe failure of the pilot to initiate a go-around and his excessive airspeed on the final landing approach.NTSB ERA11CA256Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportVans RV8 · Locust Grove, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the takeoff roll.NTSB ERA11CA238Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney M20K · Augusta, GAThe pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s reported fatigue.NTSB ERA11LA239Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech BE99 · Cedartown, GAThe failure of the left main landing gear bearings and supports due to inadequate lubrication by unknown maintenance personnel.NTSB ERA11LA213Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHolst Lawrence E VP-1 · Calhoun, GAA partial loss of engine power during initial climb due to an over-lean carburetor setting. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper adjustment of the engine's carburetor during construction.NTSB OPS11IA410Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 757-232 · Atlanta, GAThe air traffic controllers’ failure to adhere to required radar identification procedures, which resulted in loss of separation between the departing Boeing 757 and three other airplanes. Contributing to the incident was the pilots’ inadequate preflight…NTSB ERA11FA183Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportDehavilland DHC-6-100 · Hampton, GAThe pilot did not maintain airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB ERA11LA179Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C23 · Carrollton, GAThe mechanic's failure to re-connect a fuel line following an annual inspection. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to depart with a known mechanical deficiency.NTSB ERA11CA176Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172L · Fayetteville, GAThe pilot's decision to land with excessive speed in gusting, tailwind conditions, resulting in a runway overrun.NTSB ERA11LA142Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportKennedy Michael M Lancair 320 · Dawsonville, GAThe pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and failure to detect water-contaminated fuel, which resulted in a loss of engine power.NTSB ERA11CA131Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Atlanta, GAThe pilot's wrong turn while taxiing resulting in a collision with a sign.NTSB ERA11CA108Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · Thomaston, GAThe mechanic's failure to install a cotter retaining pin in the throttle arm retaining nut resulting in excessive throttle play and loss of engine power control.