PIK PIK-20D
Union, IL — September 19, 2020
Event Information
| Date | September 19, 2020 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN20CA406 |
| Event ID | 20200921X84305 |
| Location | Union, IL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.22937, -88.53905 |
| Airport | Sky Soaring Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | PIK |
| Model | PIK-20D |
| Category | GLI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff that resulted in a collision with another glider that was parked close to the departure runway, and the pilot’s improper decision to attempt a takeoff without ensuring he had safe clearance from the parked glider.
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.