NTSB investigations, 1991, IL
180,616 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,594 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 | 2 |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 3 |
| 1964 | 182 |
| 1965 | 166 |
| 1966 | 229 |
| 1967 | 239 |
| 1968 | 199 |
| 1969 | 168 |
| 1970 | 175 |
| 1971 | 158 |
| 1972 | 144 |
| 1973 | 146 |
| 1974 | 143 |
| 1975 | 152 |
| 1976 | 129 |
| 1977 | 139 |
| 1978 | 171 |
| 1979 | 133 |
| 1980 | 121 |
| 1981 | 121 |
| 1982 | 97 |
| 1983 | 109 |
| 1984 | 94 |
| 1985 | 74 |
| 1986 | 70 |
| 1987 | 68 |
| 1988 | 79 |
| 1989 | 72 |
| 1990 | 62 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 64 |
| 1993 | 64 |
| 1994 | 62 |
| 1995 | 47 |
| 1996 | 46 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 53 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 51 |
| 2002 | 43 |
| 2003 | 54 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 15 |
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\") = 1991
AND c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'IL' 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") = 1991 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'IL' 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 CHI92LA063Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Alpha, ILInadequate preflight planning and refueling not performed by the pilot.NTSB CHI92IA061Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-10-30 · Chicago, ILThe local controller's not understanding read back of radio communications. Factors include the pilot-in-command of flight 73 not understanding verbal instructions; local controller not visually identifying the aircraft; and inadequate surveillance (FAA) in…NTSB CHI92LA052Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Carlyle, ILFuel contamination and blockage of the carburetor, which restuled in fuel starvation. The high obstructions (trees) were a related factor.NTSB CHI92DEV01Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportQuickie Quickie 1 · Carmi, ILAn engine bearing seizure and a premature forced landing flare.NTSB CHI92LA046Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 421 · Wheeling, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. A factor contributing to the accident was the icy runway.NTSB CHI92FA037Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech G-18S · West Chicago, ILA result of the pilot in command's not maintaining directional control, an improper inflight decision, and improper remedial action once the loss of directional control was recognized by the pilot. Factors contributing to this accident are inadequate cargo…NTSB CHI92LA041Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 210N · Frankfort, ILThe failure of the fss to notify ATC that the ariport was closed, atc's subsequent approach clearance to the closed airport, and the pilot's inability to maintain directional control on the icy runway. A factor in the accident was the icy runway conditions.NTSB CHI92IA030Incident · Minor injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportAerospatiale ATR-42-300 · Chicago, ILAn inflight encounter with wake turbulence during cruise flight.NTSB CHI92FA020Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Zion, ILWater contamination of the fuel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight of the aircraft. Factors related to the accident were: darkness and obstructions (trees & transmission lines) in the emergency landing area.NTSB CHI92LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna C-210G · Freeport, ILImproper installation of a line fitting by other maintenance personnel.NTSB CHI92LA002Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-12 · Roscoe, ILOperation of an aircraft with known deficiencies and deterioration/failure of the magneto(s). Factors related to the accident were: the lack of an annual inspection and non-compliance with an airworthiness directive (AD).NTSB CHI91DEV05Accident · No injuriesFinal reportUllman Vari Viggen · Greenville, ILImproper maintenance installation of the propeller.NTSB CHI91LA303Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChampion 7ECA · Newark, ILA sheared oleo piston retaining pin which allowed the wheel to fall out.NTSB CHI91LA301Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-9-82 · Chicago, ILThe flight crew's failure to maintain adequate clearance from obstacles during ground operations. A related factor is the failure of the drivers of the escort vehicle and the semi trailer to follow established procedures and directives.NTSB NYC91FA246Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · West Chicago, ILThe pilot's improper in-flight decision to return to the airport following a loss of engine power at a low altitude. The pilot failed to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall at an altitude insufficient for recovery. Factors contributing to…NTSB CHI91LA278Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 310J · Sugar Grove, ILThe buckled nose landing gear retraction/extension gear drive tube. A factor in the accident was the pilot in command not having the landing gear inspected at the interval recommended by the manufacturer.NTSB CHI91LA280Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBellanca 7ECA · Algonquin, ILIncapacitation of the pilot due to a heart attack.NTSB CHI91LA279Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportVarga 2180 · Decatur, ILInadequate preflight planning and preparation and airplane performance data not understood by the pilot. Factors associated with the accident are the pilot's lack of total experience in type of operation, delayed remedial action, and the operator's…NTSB CHI91LA286Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 170B · Frankfort, ILThe pilot in command's failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor was a crosswind.NTSB CHI91DEV04Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportPitts Special S-1 · Lincoln, ILLoss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CHI91LA281Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28R-180 · Newark, ILThe pilot's poor inflight planning/decision making. A related factor was: the wet, slippery condition of the grass runway.NTSB CHI91DEV03Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportHocker Dragonfly · Metropolis, ILPilot's failure to maintain airspeed above stall.NTSB CHI91LA272Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-151 · Freeburg, ILImproper use of the mixture control by the pic/cfi. A factor related to the accident was inadequate friction on the mixture control lever.NTSB CHI91FA264Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182Q · Jerseyville, ILFailure of the pilot to follow proper procedures during a go-around maneuver, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's improper use of the flaps, his improper use…NTSB CHI91LA261Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32-R300 · Lake In Hills, ILThe pilot's failure to perform an adequate preflight by assuring the gear lever was in the down and locked position.NTSB CHI91LA230Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Metropolis, ILMiscellaneous equipment not removed (foam rubber) and inadequate preflight by the pilot.NTSB CHI91LA248Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-180 · Joliet, ILA proper climb rate was not attained which resulted in a mush/stall by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were performance data mis-judged due to lack of familiarity with the aircraft, and over confidence in aircraft's ability.NTSB CHI91LA249Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Wheeling, ILInadequate compensation for wind conditions and directional control was not maintained by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were a gusty crosswind landing environment and a ditch.NTSB CHI91LA233Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Lansing, ILThe pilot's inadvertent stall/spin during low altitude maneuvers. Related factors are ground personnel's inadequate traffic advisory, and the pilot's abrupt pull up.NTSB CHI91LA222Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · West Chicago, ILDirectional control was not maintained by the cfi/pic. Factors related to the accident were a gusty cross wind and an airport facility, VASI light.NTSB CHI91DEV02Accident · No injuriesFinal reportO'Connell Stits SA-3B · Casey, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper rate of climb after takeoff. A factor in the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in model.NTSB CHI91MA220Accident · No injuriesMajor investigationFinal reportAerospace ATR-42-300 · Peoria, ILInadequate aircraft equipment component (failed bolt), and insufficient inspection standards pertaining to the failed bolt. A factor related to the accident is inaccurate maintenance record keeping relating to oil consumption.NTSB CHI91LA219Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer 2-32 · Plainfield, ILPilot's failure to attain proper alignment with the runway. A factor related to the accident was the high vegetation/crop in which the landing was made.NTSB CHI91FA216Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Seneca, ILProper glidepath not maintained, and inadequate altitude and visual lookout by the pilot in command.NTSB CHI91FA212Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCentrair Pegasus 101B · Hinckley, ILThe failure of both pilots to maintain adequate visual lookout and ensure adequate separation during traffic pattern operations. A related factor is the non-standard uncontrolled airport procedures used by N126CC.NTSB CHI91FA211Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-180 · Quincy, ILThe failure by the pilot of the other airplane to maintain clearance. Factors in the accident were the pilot's attempt to fly formation, his inadequate group briefing, and the lack of experience on the part of the pilot of the other airplane.NTSB CHI91LA205Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHiller UH-12D · Savoy, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain tail rotor clearance from the ground. A related factor is the pilot's lack of total experience in helicopters.NTSB CHI91LA201Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-201R · Wheeling, ILThe pilot in command's inadequate pre-flight inspection. Factors contributing to this accident were the landing gear lever not being engaged, the use of an inadequate procedure by the pilot-in-command, and the inadvertent gear retraction during takeoff roll.NTSB CHI91LA194Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBoeing A75N1 · Mundelein, ILThe pilot in command's not maintaining visual contact with the previously identified airplane.NTSB CHI91LA188Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 1-34 · Highland, ILThe pilot misjudged his touchdown point.NTSB CHI91LA185Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRyan Navion A · Kankakee, ILThe pilot's poor in flight planning/decision making and misjudged fuel supply. A related factor is the inadequate emergency procedure.NTSB CHI91DEE06Accident · No injuriesFinal reportRobinson R22B · Mineral, ILFailure of the pilot to maintain clearance from the power line.NTSB CHI91DEE05Accident · Minor injuriesFinal reportCharles Raucci, JR. Firebolt · Schaumburg, ILThe pilot not following the specification for installation of the fuel tank vent.NTSB CHI91DEV01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportCessna A188B · Bluffs, ILThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control.NTSB CHI91LA166Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Chicago, ILThe pilot in command (student)'s improper judgement of the proper touchdown point. A factor contributing was the pilot in command's delaying an aborted landing.NTSB CHI91LA172Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Greenville, ILThe pilot in command's misjudgment of the proper touchdown point. An associated factor is the pilot-in-command not performing remedial action.NTSB CHI91LA154Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEnstrom F28 · Hampshire, ILAircraft control was not maintained when the aircraft encountered an uncotrolled descent by the pilot. Remedial action by the pilot was inadequate. A factor related to the acident was lack of total experience in type of aircraft by the pilot.NTSB CHI91FA152Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportShort Brothers SD3-60 · Chicago, ILThe failure of the nose wheel steering hydraulic line during after landing ground operations. A related factor is the manufacturer's inadequate inspection and/or replacement standards.NTSB CHI91IA144Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportBoeing 727-223 · Chicago, ILThe failure of the ground crew to properly align the airplane in the gate alley during the push back from the gate.NTSB CHI91FA135Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-250 · Wadsworth, ILThe pilot in command's failure to select the proper fuel tank and not performing emergency procedures when the engine ceased to run. A factor related to this accident was power transmissions wires located on the pilot's approach path to landing.