Accident Details
Date
Sunday, August 15, 2010
NTSB Number
ERA10CA427
Location
Erwin, NC
Event ID
20100816X43936
Coordinates
35.380001, -78.732223
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's excessive use of spoiler on final approach, which resulted in a landing short of the runway.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SOARING SCIENCE INC
Address
108 W 13TH ST
City
WILMINGTON
State / Zip Code
DE 19801-1145
Country
United States
Analysis
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.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA10CA427