SCHWEIZER SGS 2-33A
North Springfield, VT — August 15, 2021
Event Information
| Date | August 15, 2021 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA21LA330 |
| Event ID | 20210818103723 |
| Location | North Springfield, VT |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 43.35300, -72.50621 |
| Airport | HARTNESS STATE (SPRINGFIELD) |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | SCHWEIZER |
| Model | SGS 2-33A |
| 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 |
Probable Cause
The check pilot's failure to account for the extended departure distance from the airport during a simulated tow rope break and recovery.
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.