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July 13, 2024 · Kubicek Factory S R O BB26Z · N307CK
Casper, WY
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 13, 2024
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury), 1 uninjured
Location
Casper, WY
Aircraft
Kubicek Factory S R O BB26Z
Tail Number
N307CK
Operator
City of Riverton
Injuries
Serious
NTSB Number
WPR24LA245
The pilot of the balloon stated reported that, during the hour-long flight, the surface winds had increased. During the landing, the pilot “vented out the air to descend” and the balloon “hit the ground hard.” Witnesses who observed the balloon’s approach to the landing field stated the balloon began a rapid descent. Subsequently, the balloon landed hard, and the basket tipped over. The pilot was ejected, resulting in serious injury. The balloon pilot reported there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the balloon that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inability to maintain control of the balloon after encountering high wind conditions and windshear during the landing, which resulted in the pilot’s ejection from the basket and serious injury.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the balloon stated reported that, during the hour-long flight, the surface winds had increased. During the landing, the pilot “vented out the air to descend” and the balloon “hit the ground hard.” Witnesses who observed the balloon’s approach to the landing field stated the balloon began a rapid descent. Subsequently, the balloon landed hard, and the basket tipped over. The pilot was ejected, resulting in serious injury. The balloon pilot reported there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the balloon that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time06:50 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftKubicek Factory S R O BB26Z
Tail NumberN307CK
Aircraft CategoryBall
OperatorCity of Riverton
Operating RulePart 91
Engines0
Seats0
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury), 1 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total2
Crew 1Age 72 · None · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind240° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point32 C
Altimeter30.22 inHg
Observation Time07:53
Weather SourceWFAC