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August 6, 2014 · Glasflugel H 301 B Libelle · N1615
Brenham, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 6, 2014
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Brenham, TX
Aircraft
Glasflugel H 301 B Libelle (1968)
Tail Number
N1615
Operator
Travis Lagrone
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN14CA409
The pilot was participating in a regional soaring contest when the weather conditions changed and he was unable to maintain altitude. The pilot prepared to land in a field, but once he approached the field he saw power lines. The pilot tried to avoid the power lines but the glider struck a tree and a fence, which resulted in damage to the left wing and empennage. The pilot reported there were no mechanical deficiencies with the glider that contributed to the cause of the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's attempt to maneuver away from power lines during a forced landing, which resulted in a collision with a tree and a fence.
Full Narrative
The pilot was participating in a regional soaring contest when the weather conditions changed and he was unable to maintain altitude. The pilot prepared to land in a field, but once he approached the field he saw power lines. The pilot tried to avoid the power lines but the glider struck a tree and a fence, which resulted in damage to the left wing and empennage. The pilot reported there were no mechanical deficiencies with the glider that contributed to the cause of the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftGlasflugel H 301 B Libelle
Tail NumberN1615
Aircraft CategoryGli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTravis Lagrone
Operating RulePart 91
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 64 · None · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO