Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA062
Location
Deer Park, WA
Event ID
20150506X82333
Coordinates
47.953056, -117.425834
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
A loss of lift, which precipitated a forced off airport landing, and collision with terrain.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BLEWETT JACOB D
Address
4915 VALLE GRANDE DR
City
MERIDIAN
State / Zip Code
ID 83642
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that the powered glider was in a sink and not climbing after departing from the airport. The pilot reported that the sink was overwhelming and he decided to land in an open field. The pilot reported that the left wing was "caught" during the landing and the powered glider sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.
The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# GAA15CA062