KUBICEK BB85
Hartsel, CO — July 27, 2011
Event Information
| Date | July 27, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA517 |
| Event ID | 20110727X73429 |
| Location | Hartsel, CO |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.04889, -105.67778 |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | KUBICEK |
| Model | BB85 |
| Category | BALL |
| FAR Part | 091 |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 10 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's encounter with high wind which resulted in a hard landing and passenger injury.
Full Narrative
Following a sightseeing flight, the pilot was attempting to land a hot air balloon. After the initial touchdown, the wind velocity increased resulting in the balloon becoming airborne again. The balloon traveled about 30 feet before experiencing a hard landing. Of the ten passengers on board, one sustained a broken leg. There was no damage to the balloon. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the balloon 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.