NTSB investigations, 2008, TX
180,610 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,589 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 | 3 |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 2 |
| 1964 | 397 |
| 1965 | 415 |
| 1966 | 429 |
| 1967 | 433 |
| 1968 | 360 |
| 1969 | 357 |
| 1970 | 330 |
| 1971 | 310 |
| 1972 | 260 |
| 1973 | 292 |
| 1974 | 318 |
| 1975 | 292 |
| 1976 | 312 |
| 1977 | 316 |
| 1978 | 276 |
| 1979 | 304 |
| 1980 | 293 |
| 1981 | 367 |
| 1982 | 295 |
| 1983 | 256 |
| 1984 | 255 |
| 1985 | 229 |
| 1986 | 185 |
| 1987 | 195 |
| 1988 | 153 |
| 1989 | 154 |
| 1990 | 143 |
| 1991 | 132 |
| 1992 | 130 |
| 1993 | 136 |
| 1994 | 119 |
| 1995 | 164 |
| 1996 | 141 |
| 1997 | 138 |
| 1998 | 141 |
| 1999 | 136 |
| 2000 | 140 |
| 2001 | 135 |
| 2002 | 119 |
| 2003 | 126 |
| 2004 | 137 |
| 2005 | 129 |
| 2006 | 108 |
| 2007 | 117 |
| 2008 | 125 |
| 2009 | 120 |
| 2010 | 127 |
| 2011 | 121 |
| 2012 | 126 |
| 2013 | 102 |
| 2014 | 120 |
| 2015 | 110 |
| 2016 | 126 |
| 2017 | 91 |
| 2018 | 119 |
| 2019 | 116 |
| 2020 | 116 |
| 2021 | 97 |
| 2022 | 118 |
| 2023 | 104 |
| 2024 | 101 |
| 2025 | 103 |
| 2026 | 91 |
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\") = 2008
AND c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'TX' 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") = 2008 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'TX' 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 CEN09LA113Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCotton Galen M Helicycle · Houston, TXThe loss of engine power during a hover landing which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB CEN09LA107Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150F · Palenstine, TXThe failure of the pilot to ensure security of the cockpit switches before rotating the propeller.NTSB CEN09FA087Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportBeech C90 · Rocksprings, TXThe pilot's failure to properly configure the pressurization controls, resulting in his impairment and subsequent incapacitation due to hypoxia.NTSB CEN09IA096Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Fort Worth, TXCollision with a hidden obstruction while taxiing through a grass field following a forced landing. Contributing to the accident was a loss of engine power due to the pilot's failure to turn on the carburetor heat.NTSB CEN09FA086Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportBell 206L-4 · Sabine Pass, TXThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water. Contributing to the accident was the inadvertent encounter with instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB CEN09CA084Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRockwell International 114 · Meacham Int'l Airport, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during landing.NTSB CEN09CA077Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-15 · Pleasanton, TXThe pilot's failure to adequately secure the airplane while hand-starting the engine.NTSB CEN09CA071Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 150F · Trenton, TXThe pilot's improper flare during landing, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the night light conditions and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the pilot.NTSB CEN09CA068Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBrantly B-2B · Cedar Hill, TXThe pilot's improper decision to takeoff downwind. A contributing factor was the gusty conditions.NTSB CEN09CA058Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMooney M20E · San Antonio, TXThe failure of the pilot to lower the gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to complete the before landing checklist.NTSB CEN09IA057Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportCessna T210N · Lubbock, TXAn unidentified anomaly within the airplane's electrical system. Contributing to the incident was the pilot's failure to manually extend the landing gear.NTSB CEN09LA055Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Nacogdoches, TXThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB CEN09CA048Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 152 · Spring, TXFailure of the student pilot to apply appropriate actions following a bounced landing.NTSB CEN09CA042Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 172H · Ingleside, TXThe pilot's decision to land in crosswind conditions, leading to his inability to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident were the crosswinds.NTSB CEN09LA036Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 180 · Justin, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing.NTSB CEN09CA037Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna R172E · Palo Pinto, TXThe pilot's intentional low-level flight and failure to maintain a visual lookout.NTSB CEN09LA034Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRans S-12XL · Breckenridge, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in an aerodynamic stall.NTSB CEN09LA024Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna A185F · Angleton, TXThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot to execute the forced landing.NTSB CEN09IA032Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMD Helicopter MD 900 · Amherst, TXThe failure of the vertical stabilizer control adapter due to reverse bending fatigue.NTSB CEN09CA027Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportCessna 180 · Denton, TXThe pilot's loss of directional control and subsequent "ground-loop."NTSB CEN09LA023Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-36-285 · Silverton, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a transmission wire.NTSB CEN09FA012Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportBell 206 · Conroe, TXA loss of control for undetermined reasons.NTSB CEN09CA020Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Lufkin, TXThe student pilot's improper decision to takeoff with a known brake problem. Contributing to the accident were the malfunctioning brake and the rough terrain in the excursion area.NTSB CEN09LA014Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A36 · Houston, TXThe total loss of engine power due to a fracture in the oil filter adapter housing. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.NTSB CEN09IA003Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportMD Helicopter MD 900 · Weatherford, TXThe failure of the vertical stabilizer control adapter due to reverse bending fatigue.NTSB DFW08CA239Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGier Travis H Aventura II · Montgomery, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff. A contributing factor was the wind gust.NTSB DEN08CA161AccidentData collectionFinal reportQuicksilver MX II Sprint · Killeen, TXThe operator's failure to maintain clearance from objects during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the operator's decision to operate a vehicle for which he/she was not certified.NTSB DEN08LA158Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCameron Balloons US N-77 · Plano, TXThe pilot's improper fuel management, resulting in fuel exhaustion and the subsequent hard landing.NTSB DFW08FA228Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportAmerican Champion 7GCBC · Wichita Falls, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain safe flying airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.NTSB DFW08LA231Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEvektor-Aerotechnik Sportstar · Roanoke, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of flight experience in the make and model of airplane.NTSB DFW08CA230AccidentData collectionFinal reportMooney M20D · Grand Saline, TXA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB DFW08LA226Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182D · Orange Grove, TXA total loss of engine power due to an improperly installed intake manifold tube.NTSB DFW08LA223Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportRockwell International S-2R · Uvalde, TXA total loss of engine power due to the improper use of unauthorized replacement parts in the engine and repeated operation of the engine in an over-temperature condition.NTSB DFW08LA220Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportSchleicher ASW-20B · Cleburne, TXLoss of control inflight for undetermined reason.NTSB DEN08CA148Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R-22 · Refugio, TXThe pilot failed to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering to land.NTSB DFW08CA214Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportBellanca 14-19-2 · Keller, TXThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane which resulted in an attempted takeoff without fuel present in the selected fuel tank.NTSB DFW08CA211Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportMurray Frank H DA5B · Odessa, TXFailure of the intake manifold when the flexible connectors disconnected from the carburetor after a turbulence encounter. Contributing to the accident was insuitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB DFW08LA210Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Caldwell, TXA loss of engine power in flight due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to secure the right wing's fuel cap, leading to fuel being siphoned from the tank during flight.NTSB DEN08IA143Incident · No injuriesIncident investigationFinal reportRaytheon C90A · Jasper, TXThe impact with a bird during initial takeoff climb.NTSB DEN08FA140Accident · Serious injuriesField investigationFinal reportAircraft Mfg & Dev. CH601XLi · Farmersville, TXThe inadvertent tail stall and subsequent loss of airplane control as a result of the open canopy. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate emergency procedures provided by the airplane manufacturer and the inadequate design of the canopy latching…NTSB DEN08LA137Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchempp-Hirth Ventus 2A · Brackettville, TXThe failure of the pilot of N777UN to exit the thermal upon losing visual contact with the other gliders, resulting in a midair collision.NTSB DFW08CA203Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportCollard Dragonfly · Big Sping, TXLoss of aircraft control due to inadvertent penetration of a dust devil.NTSB DEN08LA129Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Athens, TXA partial loss of engine power during initial climb due to undetermined reasons, which led to an uncontrolled descent and subsequent aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper preflight decision to attempt the flight with a…NTSB DFW08CA198Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportRobinson R22 · Rosharon, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident was the low altitude.NTSB DFW08LA197Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMarshall James J Cozy MK IV · Midlothian, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the wall of the rock quarry.NTSB DEN08LA127Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportSchempp-Hirth Ventus A · Midlothian, TXThe pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control due to an incapacitating cardiac event. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's poor decision to fly with known serious medical issues.NTSB DFW08LA196Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-36-285 · Petersburg, TXA partial loss of engine power due to the substandard and incomplete maintenance of the engine.NTSB DFW08FA190Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-22 · Kemp, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which led to an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control.NTSB DEN08LA124Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportAerotek Pitts S-2A · Cleveland, TXthe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during his attempted performance of aerobatic maneuvers shortly after takeoff.NTSB DFW08CA192Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportGrumman G-164A · Bovina, TXLoss of engine power for undetermined reasons.