At approximately 1730 Mountain time, the glider was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain, fatally injuring the Commercial pilot. A witness observed the glider enter a left bank to the left, level, then initiate another left turn. The witness stated that the left wing dropped and the glider dove straight to the ground. The glider then disappeared behind a ridge.
April 29, 2007, Castle Rock, Colo., Schleicher Alexander ASH 29E
At approximately 1730 Mountain time, the glider was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain, fatally injuring the Commercial pilot. A witness observed the glider enter a left bank to the left, level, then initiate another left turn. The witness stated that the left wing dropped and the glider dove straight to the ground. The glider then disappeared behind a ridge.
Key Takeaways:
- A glider was substantially damaged and its Commercial pilot fatally injured after impacting terrain.
- Witnesses observed the glider perform a left bank, level out, initiate another left turn, then suddenly drop its left wing and dive straight to the ground.
Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->
See a mistake? Contact us.
