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October 8, 2005 · Aerostar RX-8 · N5161Y
Globe, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 8, 2005
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Globe, AZ
Aircraft
Aerostar RX-8
Tail Number
N5161Y
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
LAX06CA012
The balloon was damaged and the pilot injured after encountering a wind gust during a landing. After receiving a weather report with no notation of adverse conditions, the pilot launched the balloon for a pleasure flight in the desert landscape. After several hours he opted to touchdown below a ridge located next to a road. After the basket contacted the surface, a gust of wind dragged the balloon over the ridge, resulting in substantial damage to the foot well and broomstick; the pilot sustained a broken ankle. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the balloon.
NTSB Probable Cause
the pilot's encounter with a wind gust during landing.
Full Narrative
This report is based on information received by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Additional details may be found in the NTSB's public docket for this case.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:00 MST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftAerostar RX-8
Tail NumberN5161Y
Aircraft CategoryBall
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines0
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 49 · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0