SCHEMPP-HIRTH VENTUS-2B
Corona, NM — June 2, 2013
Event Information
| Date | June 2, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN13CA336 |
| Event ID | 20130611X12722 |
| Location | Corona, NM |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.97361, -105.99306 |
| Airport | None |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | SCHEMPP-HIRTH |
| Model | VENTUS-2B |
| Category | GLI |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while ridge-soaring in gusty wind conditions.
Full Narrative
The pilot was ridge-soaring in his glider near a mountain peak in gusty wind conditions, when he was blown into trees. The glider sustained substantial damage to the airframe and wings. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the glider. He said that he was unfamiliar with the terrain and the wind gusts and down-drafts were higher than he anticipated.
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.