PZL-SWIDNIK PW-5
Independence, WI — June 10, 2019
Event Information
| Date | June 10, 2019 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA19CA338 |
| Event ID | 20190612X11535 |
| Location | Independence, WI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.36222, -91.39139 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PZL-SWIDNIK |
| Model | PW-5 |
| Category | GLI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The separation of the canopy from the glider during an off-airport landing for reasons that could not be determined.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the glider reported that, while landing in a corn field, "the canopy popped off of the fuselage" and broke into several pieces.
The glider sustained substantial damage to the canopy.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane 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.