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September 27, 2024 · Arbc Inc Dba Lindstrand 260A · N605KD
Custer, SD
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 27, 2024
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury), 4 uninjured
Location
Custer, SD
Aircraft
Arbc Inc Dba Lindstrand 260A (2022)
Tail Number
N605KD
Operator
Flying Circus
Injuries
Serious
NTSB Number
CEN24LA369
The pilot reported that while aligning the balloon for the landing, he became aware of increasing wind speed. He briefed the passengers for a slightly faster landing and continued the approach. The pilot stated that he made the approach to the field at 6 knots and the ground crew were able to assist in slowing down the balloon during the landing. The basket briefly touched down and bounced twice before coming to rest. During the landing a passenger sustained a serious injury. The pilot stated that the injury was a result of another passenger crushing her against the wicker partition. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operations.
NTSB Probable Cause
The balloon landing in increased wind, which resulted in a hard landing and the serious injury of a passenger.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while aligning the balloon for the landing, he became aware of increasing wind speed. He briefed the passengers for a slightly faster landing and continued the approach. The pilot stated that he made the approach to the field at 6 knots and the ground crew were able to assist in slowing down the balloon during the landing. The basket briefly touched down and bounced twice before coming to rest. During the landing a passenger sustained a serious injury. The pilot stated that the injury was a result of another passenger crushing her against the wicker partition. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operations.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time07:45 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftArbc Inc Dba Lindstrand 260A
Tail NumberN605KD
Aircraft CategoryBall
OperatorFlying Circus
Operating RulePart 91
Engines0
Seats13
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury), 4 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total5
Crew 1Age 63 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 45 F
Altimeter30.08 inHg
Observation Time07:53
Weather SourceWFAC