SCHWEIZER SGS 2 32
Middlefield, OH — June 25, 2015
Event Information
| Date | June 25, 2015 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA15CA141 |
| Event ID | 20150629X01244 |
| Location | Middlefield, OH |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.44972, -81.06306 |
| Airport | Geauga County |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | SCHWEIZER |
| Model | SGS 2 32 |
| Category | GLI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The student pilot's incorrect pitch and roll rate control inputs which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and incipient spin at a low altitude.
Full Narrative
The flight instructor reported that during a simulated glider tow rope break emergency procedure, the student pilot did not enter the correct control inputs, and the glider stalled and entered an incipient spin. The flight instructor arrested the spin, and was confronted with power line wires. The flight instructor stated that he, "immediately applied down elevator diving under the power lines." The glider impacted the terrain and trees. Substantial damage was sustained to both wings and the horizontal stabilizer.
The flight instructor reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the glider that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.