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May 15, 2016 · Schleicher ASW 19 Undesignat · N19VT
Frankton, IN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 15, 2016
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Frankton, IN
Aircraft
Schleicher ASW 19 Undesignat (1976)
Tail Number
N19VT
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA244
The pilot of the glider reported that due to the lack of thermals, he decided to land on an off-airport field. The pilot further reported about 20 feet above the ground on final approach he encountered turbulence behind obstacles. Subsequently, the glider entered an aerodynamic stall and impacted terrain in a nose low attitude. The right wing, fuselage, and canopy were substantially damaged. The pilot did not report any mechanical malfunctions or failures with the glider that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's exceedance of the critical angle of attack on final approach in turbulent conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the glider reported that due to the lack of thermals, he decided to land on an off-airport field. The pilot further reported about 20 feet above the ground on final approach he encountered turbulence behind obstacles. Subsequently, the glider entered an aerodynamic stall and impacted terrain in a nose low attitude. The right wing, fuselage, and canopy were substantially damaged. The pilot did not report any mechanical malfunctions or failures with the glider that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:25 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSchleicher ASW 19 Undesignat
Tail NumberN19VT
Aircraft CategoryGli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines0
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 65 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 37 C
Altimeter30.19 inHg
Observation Time20:35
Weather SourceWFAC