NTSB investigations, 2002, ID
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
| 1964 | 70 |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 49 |
| 1966 | 62 |
| 1967 | 64 |
| 1968 | 65 |
| 1969 | 47 |
| 1970 | 54 |
| 1971 | 57 |
| 1972 | 41 |
| 1973 | 48 |
| 1974 | 63 |
| 1975 | 56 |
| 1976 | 63 |
| 1977 | 48 |
| 1978 | 43 |
| 1979 | 56 |
| 1980 | 44 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 47 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 41 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1986 | 50 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 46 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 48 |
| 2003 | 52 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 38 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 35 |
| 2025 | 22 |
| 2026 | 19 |
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\") = 2002
AND c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'ID' 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") = 2002 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'ID' 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 SEA03LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 369D · Boise, IDThe failure of the operator's maintenance personnel to properly rig the left/right seat twistgrip throttles to the engine fuel control, the pilot in command's failure to adhere to the rotorcraft flight manual, and the check pilot's premature flare during the…NTSB SEA03LA017Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman American AA-1C · Rigby, IDThe pilot's selection of a fuel tank with inadequate fuel resulting in fuel starvation and a complete power loss during the initial climb. A contributing factor was the ditch which the aircraft impacted during the forced landing resulting in the collapse of…NTSB SEA03LA005Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportIV Lancair IV · Coeur d'Alene, IDThe pilot's inadequate flare and his failure to maintain runway alignment. The pilot's lack of familiarity,downsloping terrain, and trees are contributing factors.NTSB SEA03LA003Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20K · Rexburg, IDThe pilot's failure to perform a go-around once it became evident that his remedial action was not adequate to overcome the porpoise/pilot-induced oscillation that occurred during the landing flare. Factors include the pilot's inadvertent repeated…NTSB SEA02LA187Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Oakley, IDFailure (fracture) of the two number four piston compression rings, leading to the erosion of a section of the piston sidewall, resulting in the exhaustion of the engine's oil supply during cruise flight, followed by a forced landing on a country road.…NTSB SEA02LA183Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper/Cub Crafters PA-18 · Gannett, IDThe pilot's excessive braking during the landing rollout.NTSB SEA02FA180Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Yellow Pine, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees. A factor was trees south of the departure end of the runway.NTSB SEA02LA179Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna R172K · Salmon, IDFailure to maintain airspeed while on approach which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and hard landing.NTSB SEA02LA177Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · McCall, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and an acceptable rate of descent while on short final for landing, and his failure to maintain directional control after the resultant hard landing. Factors include a ditch near the temporary runway (taxiway)…NTSB SEA02FA175Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna TR182 · Twin Falls, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain runway alignment and his failure to execute a timely go-around maneuver resutling in the aircraft's impacting a parked fuel truck well clear of the runway safety area. Contributing factors were the strong crosswind/gusty wind…NTSB SEA02LA188Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAviat A-1B · Arco, IDThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, resulting in an inadvertent ground loop. Factors include wind gusts during the period of time at which the landing took place.NTSB SEA02LA167Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Big Creek, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the aborted takeoff. Factors include high density altitude, variable winds, and a ditch near the point where the aircraft departed the side of the runway.NTSB SEA02LA161Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-502B · Rigby, IDThe failure of one or more compressor turbine blades resulting in a shutdown of the engine during initial climb resulting in a forced landing. Contributing factors were the eroded condition of the compressor turbine guide vane nozzles and the ditch which the…NTSB SEA02LA159Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech C-35 · Nampa, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control following an inadvertent opening of the airplane's storm window.NTSB SEA02LA149Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22/20 · Shearer, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain the proper approach speed while on final approach to the 2000 foot airstrip, and his excessive application of brakes while attempting to stop the aircraft during the resultant longer than normal landing roll. Factors include a…NTSB SEA02FA146Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech BE-35 · Idaho Falls, IDThe flying pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in a stall/spin. An additional cause was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.NTSB SEA02FA145Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Emmett, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power transmission lines while maneuvering.NTSB SEA02LA144Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182P · Cascade, IDThe pilot's inadequate decision and his improper setting of the propeller controls. Contributing factors were a tailwind, high density altitude, and swampy terrain.NTSB SEA02LA148Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Cascade, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Wind gusts and a tree were a factor.NTSB SEA02LA141Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210L · Cascade, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain the proper rate of descent on short final resulting in a touchdown short of the runway threshold. Contributing factors were the variable winds and swampy terrain at the touchdown site.NTSB SEA02LA123Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman-Schweizer G-164B · Weiser, IDThe fracture of the number 3 cylinder exhaust pushrod resulting in the exhaust valve's inability to open during the exhaust cycle and the subsequent engine stoppage. Contributing factors were the ditch and elevated roadway which the aircraft crossed during…NTSB SEA02LA122Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHead Balloons AX8-88 · Victor, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain altitude/clearance from the power lines during the landing resulting in the balloon's impacting the wires. Contributing factors were the power lines and strong winds existent at the time.NTSB SEA02LA121Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGrumman-Schweizer G-164B · Shelley, IDA loss of engine power due to the manufacturer's improperly machined threads, which prevented the cylinder base/head halves from being properly assembled, leading to fatigue propagation and the ultimate separation of the cylinder. A contributing factor was…NTSB SEA02FA119Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 335 · Tensed, IDAircraft control was not maintained during an emergency landing. A loss of power for undetermined reasons was a factor.NTSB SEA02LA114Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHunter Comp Air 6 · McCall, IDThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Contributing factors were a 30 degree crosswind and the pilot's lack of experience in the newly acquired make/model aircraft.NTSB SEA02LA112Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182L · Donnelly, IDThe pilot's failure to arrest an excessive descent rate during an attempted landing, and his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. Factors include a high density altitude , and trees near the runway.NTSB SEA02LA105Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180K · Idaho Falls, IDThe pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll. A crosswind was a factor.NTSB SEA02FA109Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech A35 · Atlanta, IDClearance from an object was not maintained during an aborted landing. Trees and mountainous terrain were factors.NTSB SEA02FA108Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportGarlick UH-1H · Clark Fork, IDA failure of unknown origin in the tail rotor drive assembly. Factors include mountainous terrain unsuitable for an emergency landing.NTSB SEA02LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-1 · Heyburn, IDA blocked fuel line due to a gasket that had disintegrated and blocked the fuel line.NTSB SEA02LA101Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Yellow Pine, IDCompensation for wind conditions inadequate during the approach for landing. A downdraft was a factor.NTSB SEA02LA094Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-135 · Payette, IDThe pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the wind conditions during landing resulting in a ground loop/swerve. Wind gusts were a contributing factor.NTSB SEA02LA090Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Carey, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during takeoff.NTSB SEA02LA088Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-18-135 · Lewiston, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing resulting in the aircraft departing the runway environment and the wing impacting the ground. Contributing factors were the dustdevil/whirlwind which the aircraft encountered and the ditch.NTSB SEA02IA096Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportKaman K-600 (HH-43B) · Cocolalla, IDThe reverse installation of the RPM compensator assembly control box bolts resulting in the threaded end of the bolt impinging on a clevis and jamming the collective during climb. A contributing factor was the lack of adequate documentation provided by the…NTSB SEA02FA083Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportGrumman G-44 · Boise, IDA blocked fuel line that resulted in fuel starvation to the engine and the pilot's failure to follow emergency procedures. A contamination of metal flakes on the fuel filter, and an inadequate annual inspection were factors.NTSB SEA02LA081Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCook Coot A · Harrison, IDThe pilot's failure to detect an unsafe boat wake during the landing process, and his inadvertent initiation of a porpoise after coming in contact with the boat wake just after touchdown on a body of water. Factors include a large wake wave/swell created by…NTSB SEA02LA077Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 177B · New Plymouth, IDThe pilot's use of unsuitable terrain (landing surface) at his privately owned landing site. A contribtuing factor was the soft area which the aircraft's right main wheel encountered.NTSB SEA02LA071Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBrunger Osprey II · Orofino, IDThe aircraft's inadequate carburetor heat air box system, leading to an accumulation of ice in the carburetor throat during final approach to landing. Factors include carburetor icing conditions, the pilot's failure to correctly judge the height of the…NTSB SEA02LA068Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSteele Steen Skybolt · Coeur d' Alene, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.NTSB SEA02LA062Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStadden Flybaby · Buhl, IDThe pilot's failure to return the carburetor heat to the OFF (cold) position prior to applying full power following a touch and go landing, which resulted in poor climb performance and the subsequent impact with a fence and collision with the ground. A…NTSB SEA02LA059Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPotts KitFox · Shoup, IDThe pilot’s failure to maintain a speed above stall speed, and the resulting inadvertent stall/mush. Factors include the pilot's failure to abort the takeoff when he realized the aircraft's performance was not as expected, his decision to attempt a takeoff…NTSB SEA02LA057Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 340 · Idaho Falls, IDThe overload of the right main landing gear bellcrank, adjustable end fitting and clevis ears resulting in fractures and the subsequent gear collapse.NTSB SEA02GA053Accident · 3 fatalFinal reportPiper PA-31 · Atlanta, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while in cruise flight which resulted in the in-flight separation due to overload of the spar at the right wing root. Hypoxia was a factor.NTSB SEA02LA052Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSkystar Kitfox Lite Squared · Caldwell, IDThe pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the wind conditions. High and gusting winds were a factor.NTSB SEA02LA046Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 421C · Hailey, IDWater contamination within the aircraft's landing gear hydraulic line(s) which froze and blocked the line(s) preventing extension of the right main gear. A factor was the below freezing environmental conditions which the aircraft was operating in prior to and…NTSB SEA02IA044Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBombardier DHC-8-401 · Boise, IDThe partial failure of one of the number two hydraulic system elevator hydraulic lines, leading to the loss of fluid and pressure in that system during cruise flight. This loss resulted in reliance upon the sole remaining activation system (number one…NTSB SEA02FA023Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech 58P · Boise, IDImproper clearance between an alternator wire and a pneumatic line and fuel fumes. The alternator wire chafe and arcing were factors.