The separation of the left rudder pedal interconnect cable during takeoff, which resulted in the student pilot’s inability to maintain directional control.
NTSB
Pilot’s improper fuel management leads to forced landing
A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot’s improper fuel management.
Pilot dies when he crashes into lake
The pilot’s abrupt pitch up maneuver in response to the localized wind conditions which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at low altitude and subsequent impact with water.
Panicked student pilot crashes into fence
The student pilot’s failure to reduce power and apply sufficient braking after landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with objects and terrain.
Pilot intentionally flies into terrain
The pilot’s intentional flight into terrain as an act of suicide.
NTSB releases preliminary report on fatal Reno crash
The pilot directly behind the two planes that crashed told NTSB investigators that the planes were not where he expected them to be.
Pilot seriously injured when plane crashes from fuel exhaustion
The pilot’s improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Human Factors: Saving a buck costs a fortune
A pilot low on fuel passes up three airports to save 20 cents a gallon on avgas. It turns out to be an expensive mistake.
Mystery mid-air collision for Alaska pilot
A mid-air collision for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.