SCHEMPP-HIRTH DISCUS-2B
Marana, AZ, April 2, 2023
Event Information
| Date | April 2, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Marana, AZ |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.42702, -111.38955 |
| Airport | EL TIRO |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | WPR23LA182 |
| Event ID | 20230509122570 |
Aircraft
| Make | SCHEMPP-HIRTH |
| Model | DISCUS-2B |
| Registration # | N774JP |
| 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 pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard bounced landing in a dust devil.
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.