NTSB investigations, 1989, MN
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
| 1964 | 113 |
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| 1965 | 115 |
| 1966 | 117 |
| 1967 | 130 |
| 1968 | 95 |
| 1969 | 113 |
| 1970 | 88 |
| 1971 | 80 |
| 1972 | 82 |
| 1973 | 77 |
| 1974 | 83 |
| 1975 | 98 |
| 1976 | 78 |
| 1977 | 92 |
| 1978 | 98 |
| 1979 | 76 |
| 1980 | 66 |
| 1981 | 89 |
| 1982 | 61 |
| 1983 | 68 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 40 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 59 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 24 |
| 2025 | 22 |
| 2026 | 13 |
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\") = 1989
AND c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'MN' 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") = 1989 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'MN' 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 MKC90LA033Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A24R · Richmond, MNImproper use of the fuel tank selector by the pilot and his improper use of emergency procedures, which resulted in fuel starvation after a fuel tank had emptied. Contributing factors were: inoperative fuel quantity gauges, pilot's operation with known…NTSB MKC90FA032Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportBeech 95-B55B · Lakeville, MNInadequate visual lookout by the pilot in command in both aircraft.NTSB MKC90LA024Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas 369HS · Oklee, MNAn undetermined power plant failure. Factors related to the accident were: the snow covered terrain, snow, and gusty wind.NTSB MKC90LA021Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206L-3 · Saint Paul, MNImproper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. Darkness was a related factor.NTSB MKC90LA018Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPierce MP-2 · Caledonia, MNThe pilots loss of control during recovery from bounced landing.NTSB MKC90LA016Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 369HS · Ogilvie, MNLoss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Factors related to the accident were: the unsuitable terrain conditions in the emergency landing area.NTSB MKC90LA014Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Brooten, MNThe pilot's failure to use proper starting procedures and the excessive throttle setting.NTSB MKC90FA005Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28 · Delavan, MNFailure of the pilot to maintain proper altitude during a low pass, and to see-and-avoid obstructions (inadequate visual lookout). Factors related to the accident were: the pilot's ostentatious display and the obstructions (powerlines).NTSB MKC89FA202Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportFokker F27 · Bemidji, MNThe pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent rate and compensate for the downdraft encountered while on short final approach.NTSB MKC89FA201Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22-150 · St. Charles, MNThe pilot's failure to maintain a positive rate of climb during a night takeoff. Contributing factor(s) was: an out-of-c.g airplane, takeoff with only one magneto operating; and the limited vision of the pilot.NTSB MKC89LA200Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHughes 269C · Bloomington, MNFailure of the engine crankshaft. The light conditions at dawn and the vehicles were considered to be contributing factors.NTSB MKC89LA198Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 80 · Littlefork, MNTotal failure of the electrical system during IFR operations & the aircraft's collision with a rock fence during the subsequent gear-up precautionary landing.NTSB MKC89LA183Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Barnesville, MNThe pilot's failure to insure that the aircraft contained an adequate fuel supply to complete the flight.NTSB MKC89LA193Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Chanhassen, MNEngine assembly dowell pin sheared causing total powerplant failure and inadequate visual lookout by the driver of the ground vehicle.NTSB MKC89FA191Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-20 · Moose Lake, MNSevere corrosion of the lower forward lift strut for the right wing, inadequate inspection of the lift strut by maintenance personnel, and subsequent failure of the lift strut, which resulted in an overload failure (folding back) of the wing. Related factors…NTSB MKC89LA188Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206B · Park Rapids, MNThe pilot misjudged the clearance between the helicopter and the power line. The power line (transmission wire) was considered to be a contributing factor.NTSB MKC89LA186Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Clear Lake, MNThe pilot's improper decision in attempting to land with inadequate visual cues which precluded identification of a correct runway alignment. A suitable alternative airport was readily available.NTSB MKC89LA184Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportDormoy TKD Bathtub · Carlisle, MNFailure of the mixture control cable and inadequate maintenance (repair) by the pilot. The terrain conditions were considered to be contributing factors.NTSB MKC89LA181Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 47G-B3 · Waseca, MNInadequate preflight by the pilot which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. The tailwind, high obstruction (power line), and crop (beans) were contributing factors.NTSB MKC89LA174Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson L-5 · Minneapolis, MNThe pilot selected the wrong runway and failed to maintain directional control. The crosswind was a contributing factor.NTSB MKC89LA176Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBell 206-B2 · Sebeka, MNPower plant failure due to a fracture of the first stage turbine wheel, resulting in an uncontrolled autorotation.NTSB MKC89LA164Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Duluth, MNAircraft control was not maintained by the pilot in command due to improper use of the aircraft flight controls.NTSB MKC89LA157Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Crystal, MNAircraft control was not maintained by the pilot in command, due to an improper landing flare which resulted in several bounces. The landing gear failed in overload during the bounced landing.NTSB MKC89DER01Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportCessna T188C · Wannaska, MNThe pilot-in-command did not maintain airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall.NTSB MKC89LA145Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna U206 · Eveleth, MNThe pilot's improper flare during the water landing. The pilot's lack of recent experience in seaplane operations and the lack of experience in the accident aircraft contributed to the accident.NTSB MKC89LA140Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 188B · Grygla, MNInadequate preflight planning and preparation by the pilot. Tall grass (high vegetation) at the end of the strip was a contributing factor.NTSB MKC89LA143Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Sauk Rapids, MNFailure of the pilot to properly secure the oil cap when he serviced the aircraft and oil starvation. Contributing factors were the terrain conditions.NTSB MKC89LA141Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-250 · Bemidji, MNThe continued approach and landing by the pilot in known adverse weather. Contributing factors were the weather conditions and the ditch.NTSB MKC89LA139Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Int'L Falls, MNThe pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control after encountering a strong gust of wind during the landing flare/touchdown.NTSB MKC89FA135Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Ely, MNLoss of engine power for an undetermined reason. A factor related to the accident was: the presence of trees in the emergency landing area.NTSB MKC89LA131Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportGlaser-Dirks DG-101 · Stanton, MNFailure of the pilot to maintain control of the glider. Contributing factors were: improper use of flight controls by the pilot and his lack of total experience in the type of glider.NTSB MKC89LA124Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-38 · Buffalo, MNMisjudgement of altitude and distance by the student and inadequate supervision of flight by the instructor (CFI). Contributing factors were: unfavorable wind conditions, high vegetation (grass), and a ditch.NTSB MKC89LA120Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAeronca 7AC · Alexandria, MNThat proper starting procedures were not followed by the pilot in command and the aircraft was not tied down.NTSB MKC89LA115Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Duluth, MNThe failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft while attempting to land in turbulent gusty wind conditions.NTSB MKC89LA111Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8F · Ramsey, MNThe passengers interference with the flight controls and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the ditch located short of the runway which the aircraft contacted.NTSB MKC89FA107Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Cottage Grove, MNPoor judgement of the pilot by flying while physically impaired from consumption of alcohol; and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and collision with wooded/hilly terrain.NTSB MKC89LA106Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Minneapolis, MNThe pilots failure to properly calculate fuel consumption which resulted in an inadequate fuel reserve and fuel exhaustion prior to reaching his destination. During the ensuing forced landing the pilot failed to maintain airspeed which resulted in an…NTSB MKC89LA103Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech 58 · Brainerd, MNThe pilot's failure to follow procedures which resulted in the failure to extend the landing gear prior to touchdown. A contributing factor was the pilot's inattentiveness.NTSB MKC89LA101Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Buffalo, MNThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Factors related to the accident were: the crosswind, the pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions, his improper use of the throttle, and the ditch.NTSB CHI89IA083Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMcdonnell Douglas DC-9-82 · Minneapolis, MNFailure of the hydraulic power transfer unit shut-off (ptu s/o) valve due to failed (fatigued) valve body attach screws.NTSB MKC89LA091Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAir Tractor AT-301 · Roseau, MNFuel starvation due to fuel ice.NTSB MKC89LA088Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20E · Lake Elmo, MNFuel tank selector improperly positioned, emergency procedure improperly performed by the pilot, and fuel starvation.NTSB MKC89LA087Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Marshall, MNThe failure of an unapproved weld between the exhaust system and muffler. The failed weld resulted in the muffler separating and an in-flight fire.NTSB MKC89LA069Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Crookston, MNThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the icy/snow covered runway.NTSB MKC89LA067Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Grand Rapids, MNThe pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the crosswind conditions. Contributing to the accident were the gusty crosswind conditions.NTSB MKC89FA060Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 150K · Pemberton, MNPoor judgement on the part of the pilot in that he attempted a down wind take off without adequate distance to clear obstacles in his flight path.NTSB MKC89LA059Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Crookston, MNPremature raising of flaps and the failure of the instructor pilot to maintain runway alignment during the attempted go around.NTSB MKC89FA055Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportChampion 7EC · Luxemburg, MNThe pilot failed to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall and loss of aircraft control. The pilot's failure to observe weight and balance limitations of the aircraft was a contributing factor.NTSB MKC89LA052Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-1 · South St. Paul, MNThe failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident were the crosswind conditions.NTSB MKC89LA053Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20 · Malmo, MNThe pilot's inadvertent VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), which resulted in his loss of aircraft control, due spatial disorientation. A related factor to the accident was: the adverse weather condition.