CAMERON BALLOONS US AX10
Clark, CO — July 22, 2011
Event Information
| Date | July 22, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA520 |
| Event ID | 20110728X91152 |
| Location | Clark, CO |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.76028, -106.96500 |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | CAMERON BALLOONS US |
| Model | AX10 |
| Category | BALL |
| FAR Part | 091 |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 6 |
| Total Injured | 3 |
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 landed a hot air balloon in approximately 15 knots of wind utilizing high wind landing procedures. After the initial touchdown, the balloon bounced and skipped several times before landing firmly. During the landing, the basket tipped on its side. Of the eight passengers on board, one sustained a broken ankle and two passenger sustained minor injuries. There was no damage to the balloon. The pilot reported no pre impact 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.