SCHLEICHER ASW-24
Erwin, NC — August 15, 2010
Event Information
| Date | August 15, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA10CA427 |
| Event ID | 20100816X43936 |
| Location | Erwin, NC |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 35.38000, -78.73222 |
| Airport | Harnett County Regional Jetpor |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | SCHLEICHER |
| Model | ASW-24 |
| 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 excessive use of spoiler on final approach, which resulted in a landing short of the runway.
Full Narrative
According to the glider pilot, after a local flight, he returned to the airport for landing. During his approach to the grassy area adjacent to runway 23, the pilot used an excessive amount of spoiler to descend, and landed short of the runway. The glider's right wing struck a taxiway sign and light, resulting in substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the glider, and the winds were calm at the time of the accident.
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.