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September 1, 2005 · Schweizer SGS-2-32 · N414LF

Waialua, HI

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 1, 2005
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Location
Waialua, HI
Aircraft
Schweizer SGS-2-32
Tail Number
N414LF
Operator
Steven David Lowry
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
LAX05CA284

During the pilot's intentional stall maneuver, the glider inadvertently entered a spin from which he could not recover prior to impact with a lake. While in a left turn of approximately 15 to 20 degrees of bank, the pilot configured the glider into a stall in an effort to demonstrate the maneuver to the passenger. The glider stalled with both the nose and left wing dropping. Despite the pilot's attempts, the glider did not recover from the stall and subsequently entered a spin. Attempting to recover from the inadvertent spin, the pilot applied a full-forward stick input and full rudder deflection opposite the direction of rotation. The pilot's recovery efforts were unsuccessful and the glider impacted a lake. The fuselage floated long enough for the pilot and passenger to get out and swim to shore. The glider then sank in about 200 feet of water. The pilot did not report any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.

NTSB Probable Cause

the pilot's inadvertent spin entry while practicing a stall maneuver and his failure to regain control of the glider before impacting a lake.

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This report is based on information received by the NTSB. Additional details may be found in the NTSB's public docket for this case. For further information, please contact the NTSB Office of Public Inquiries.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 HST
Nearest AirportDillingham Airfield (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo

Aircraft

AircraftSchweizer SGS-2-32
Tail NumberN414LF
Aircraft CategoryGli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSteven David Lowry
Operating RulePart 91
Engines0

People & Injuries

Injury Summary2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 70 · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind50°
Visibility15 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO

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