BURKHART GROB FLUGZEUGBAU G103 TWIN ASTIR

Gregory, MI, June 3, 2026

Event Information

DateJune 3, 2026
Event TypeACC
LocationGregory, MI
CountryUSA
AirportRichmond Field Airport
Highest InjuryNONE
NTSB NumberCEN26LA233
Event ID20260623203229

Aircraft

MakeBURKHART GROB FLUGZEUGBAU
ModelG103 TWIN ASTIR
Registration #N4101M
OperatorSandhill Soaring Club Inc.
OwnerSandhill Soaring Club Inc.
CategoryGLI
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None2
Total Injured0

Probable Cause

The flight instructor’s improper planning during the simulated aborted launch which resulted in a touchdown on unsuitable terrain.

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.

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