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June 23, 1996 · Schweizer 2-33 · N12195
Union, IL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 23, 1996
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Union, IL
Aircraft
Schweizer 2-33
Tail Number
N12195
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI96LA214
The pilot reported that 'during final approach it was apparent the glider would not clear obstructions near the end of the runway. An off field landing was attempted. During the landing the wing tip struck the ground....'
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilots misjudgment of the altitude and distance to the runway.
Full Narrative
On June 23, 1996, at 1410 central daylight time, a Schweizer 2-33, glider, N1219S, sustained substantial damage when it impacted terrain during an off airport landing in Union, Illinois. The solo pilot reported no injuries. The personal,14 CFR Part 91 flight originated in Union, Illinois a few minutes prior to the accident. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed. In his written statement, the pilot reported "during final approach it was apparent the glider would not clear obstructions near the end of the runway. An off field landing was attempted. During the landing the wing tip struck the ground...." The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Inspector who examined the airplane reported that the right wing was fractured and the fuselage was buckled behind the cabin area.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:10 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway0
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSchweizer 2-33
Tail NumberN12195
Aircraft CategoryGli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engine TypeUnknown
Engine DetailsUnknown
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 49 · Third Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind90° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility20 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO