Overall Trends
Total, fatal, and serious accidents in the selected range.
Premium research interface
The modern interface for aviation safety intelligence.
Search investigations, review source evidence, monitor watched reports, and trace long-term patterns from one calm, data-first workspace.
63k+
Reports indexed
1940-2026
Coverage
Recent
Last data refresh
Search everything
Fast key and full-text search with live filters, watches, and precise metadata.
Use quotes for exact phrase matches (for example "fuel selector valve").
Featured Report
Safety trends by operating rule
Track fatal and non-fatal accident patterns across Part 91, Part 135, and Part 121 operations.
Loading trend charts…
High-signal investigations
Major cases, deep-report coverage, and investigation media across decades of NTSB history.
Browse the aviation graph
Move quickly by aircraft, airport, operator, and time with indexes built for research, not wandering.
Last Data Update
By Decade
By Month
Aircraft Manufacturer
More manufacturersAirports
More airportsOperators
More operatorsAbout
Aviation safety reports, made easier to study
NTSB Reports is an independent research and search tool for public aviation accident and incident records. It brings NTSB aviation reports, structured fields, docket files, extracted figures, photos, videos, and update history into one searchable interface.
The goal is practical safety education: make it faster to find relevant investigations, compare similar events, review factual records, and understand the evidence behind probable-cause and preliminary reports.
The investigative work and source records belong to the National Transportation Safety Board and the published investigation record. This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by the NTSB.
FAQs
NTSB Report
August 18, 1988 · Bellanca 8KCAB · N7699S
Miami, FL
Overview
Report Status
Preliminary report
Event Type
Incident
Date
August 18, 1988
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Miami, FL
Aircraft
Bellanca 8KCAB
Tail Number
N7699S
Operator
Head Hardy L
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Minor
NTSB Number
MIA88IA256
WHILE ON A PERSONAL FLT DURING NORMAL CRUISE, THE PLT REPORTED THAT THE COCKPIT FILLED WITH SMOKE. HE TURNED OFF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM & SECURED THE ENG, THEN ATTEMPTED A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING ON A GRASS STRIP. THE ACFT LANDED LONG, OVERRAN THE RWY, & NOSED OVER. EXAMINATION OF THE ACFT REVEALED THE MUFFLER SHROUD HAD A CRACK WHICH ALLOWED THE AIR NORMALLY USED FOR CABIN HEAT TO CONTACT THE FIREWALL. AS A RESULT, THE INSULATION OF THE INSIDE OF THE CABIN OVERHEATED, PRODUCING SMOKE.
Full Narrative
WHILE ON A PERSONAL FLT DURING NORMAL CRUISE, THE PLT REPORTED THAT THE COCKPIT FILLED WITH SMOKE. HE TURNED OFF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM & SECURED THE ENG, THEN ATTEMPTED A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING ON A GRASS STRIP. THE ACFT LANDED LONG, OVERRAN THE RWY, & NOSED OVER. EXAMINATION OF THE ACFT REVEALED THE MUFFLER SHROUD HAD A CRACK WHICH ALLOWED THE AIR NORMALLY USED FOR CABIN HEAT TO CONTACT THE FIREWALL. AS A RESULT, THE INSULATION OF THE INSIDE OF THE CABIN OVERHEATED, PRODUCING SMOKE.
Flight
Event TypeIncident
Event Time11:30 EDT
Nearest AirportKendall Gliderport (0nm N)
Runway27
Runway Length2600 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBellanca 8KCAB
Tail NumberN7699S
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageMinor
OperatorHead Hardy L
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 46 · First Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 10 kt
Visibility6 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time15:48
Weather SourceWFAC