NTSB investigations, 1993, VA
180,641 investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board since 1962: 174,620 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
| 1963 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 75 |
| 1965 | 76 |
| 1966 | 91 |
| 1967 | 75 |
| 1968 | 90 |
| 1969 | 87 |
| 1970 | 74 |
| 1971 | 53 |
| 1972 | 60 |
| 1973 | 56 |
| 1974 | 61 |
| 1975 | 53 |
| 1976 | 59 |
| 1977 | 60 |
| 1978 | 64 |
| 1979 | 65 |
| 1980 | 63 |
| 1981 | 42 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 53 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 27 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 12 |
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\") = 1993
AND c.\"eventStateOrRegion\" = 'VA' 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") = 1993 AND c."eventStateOrRegion" = 'VA' 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 NYC94LA037Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Christianburg, VAThe pilot's improper use of carburetor heat which prevented the accumulation of carburetor ice and resulted in the loss of engine power. A factor was unsuitable terrain.NTSB BFO94LA004Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-161 · Manassas, VAThe loss of total engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor in the accident was the lack of suitable terrain to enable the completion of a power-off forced landing.NTSB BFO94LA001Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportUnivair Ercoupe 415E · Willis, VAthe failure of the airplane's throttle cable fitting due to undetermined reasons, which prevented the pilot from applying power above engine idle. A factor in this accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot to complete a forced landing without…NTSB DCA94GA010Accident · 3 fatalClass 1Final reportBeech 300/F · Front Royal, VAthe failure of the pilot-in-command to ensure that the airplane remained in visual meteorological conditions over mountainous terrain, and the failure of the Federal Aviation Administration executives and managers responsible for the FAA flying program to:…NTSB NYC94LA008Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportFeatherston Titan Tornado · Mechanicsville, VAFailure of the pilot to correct the descent. Factors related to the accident were: the light conditions at dusk, impairment of the pilot from use of a medication (prescription drug), and possible lack of visual ques (pilot's visual perception).NTSB BFO93FA188Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportErcoupe 415-CD · Charles City, VAthe pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane which resulted in an in-flight break-up.NTSB BFO93LA187Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150B · Woodford, VAThe pilot misjudging his altitude and airspeed and not attaining the proper touchdown point resulting in the airplane exiting the runway and colliding with pine trees. Factors in this accident were: 1) the wet runway, 2) rain which resulted in poor braking…NTSB BFO93LA184Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172 · Emporia, VAThe pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for a takeoff. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's delay in initiating an aborted takeoff.NTSB BFO93FA178Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMaule M-4-210C · Staunton, VAInadequate preflight by the pilot which resulted in inadequate altitude to clear the embankment during the initial climb. Factors in this accident were a tailwind on takeoff and rising terrain at the departure end of the grass airstrip.NTSB BFO93LA170Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172N · Tangier Island, VAFailure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft during a go-around. A factor related to the accident was: the crosswind condition.NTSB BFO93FA167Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32RT-300T · Marshall, VAAn inadequate annual inspection of the airplane and non-compliance with airworthiness directives by company maintenance personnel.NTSB BFO93LA156Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172P · Pembroke, VAThe pilot's failure to maintain proper altitude while manuevering in mountainous terrain.NTSB NYC93LA168Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-25-225 · Chesapeake, VAThe loosening of the crankshaft geardrive as a resulted of a sheared bolt and guide pin which resulted in the loss of engine power. A factor was a forced landing on a crop field.NTSB BFO93T#173Accident · No injuriesClass 3Final reportBell 206L-3 · Fairfax, VANTSB NYC93LA162Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 150 · Mcgaheysville, VAThe flight instructor's inadequate supervision resulting in a delayed go-around.NTSB NYC93LA160Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportAeronca 7EC · Moneta, VAThe pilot's loss of directional control after landing, resulting in a departure from the runway and a collision with trees.NTSB NYC93LA144Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech A55 · Norfolk, VAThe pilot's improper compesnation for wind conditions and failure to maintain firectional control. A factor was adverse wind conditions.NTSB BFO93FA132Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportNorth American T-6G · Berryville, VA1.) The pilot's poor judgment in performing a maneuver in close proximity to the ground, and 2.) the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin and subsequent loss of control in flight, resulting in a collision…NTSB BFO93LA125Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHancock- Harris Pitts Special · Independent Hil, VAThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB BFO93FA113Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-24-180 · Madison Heights, VAEngine failure due to oil starvation as a result of inadequate maintenance and inspection of the oil cooler lines.NTSB BFO93LA104Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportStinson 108-1 · Culpeper, VAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout. A factor related to the accident include a ditch.NTSB BFO93GA102Accident · 2 fatalFinal reportBeech B24R · Manassas, VAFailure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering for a precautionary landing which resulted in an inadvertent stall. A related factor was that the pilot's attention was diverted by the open door.NTSB NYC93LA098Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-140 · Gordonsville, VAWas a power loss due to fuel contamination, after the pilot refueled from cans and did not filter the fuel according to recommendations.NTSB BFO93LA090Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 172E · Manassas, VAThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, due to an inadequate supply of fuel.NTSB BFO93LA087Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 152 · Norfolk, VAImproper planning/decision by the pilot, which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. A factor related to the accident was the unsuitable terrain.NTSB BFO93LA073Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-28-181 · Chesterfield, VAFatigue failure of the engine crankshaft at the number 1 journal. A factor related to the accident was unsuitable terrain in the emergency landing area.NTSB NYC93LA092Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportCessna P337 · Holland, VAThe pilot's improper inflight planning during the approach for landing, resulting in a touchdown too FAR down the runway, and the subsequent collision with objects off the end of the runway.NTSB NYC93LA091Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHomer Davis RV4 · Danville, VAThe loss of engine power due to a stuck carburetor needle valve; subsequent forced landing in unsuitable terrain, and impact with a tree.NTSB NYC93LA088Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportPiper PA-23-150 · Nellysford, VAThe pilot's inadequate inflight decision and planning, and his failure to maintain an altitude adequate for terrain avoidance.NTSB NYC93LA084Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-33A · Buchanan, VAThe pilot's improper planning/decision, inadequate crew coordination, and failure to maintain directional control. The unfavorable wind and proximity of obstructions were related factors.NTSB NYC93LA069Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportBeech E-55 · Leesburg, VAImproper use of the fuel selectors, which resulted in fuel starvation and loss of power in both engines. Darkness was a related factor.NTSB BFO93LA032Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMorgan Challenger II · Quinton, VAThe pilot's impairment due to a neurological injury and drugs, and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during an approach to land. A factor related to the accident was the gusty wind condition.