Accident Details
Date
Saturday, June 9, 2018
NTSB Number
GAA18CA345
Location
Danbury, CT
Event ID
20180613X80108
Coordinates
41.371665, -73.482223
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
A collision with a bird during initial climb.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
PARLU VENTURES LLC
Address
2 SULLIVAN AVE
City
EAGLES MERE
State / Zip Code
PA 17731
Country
United States
Analysis
According to the flight instructor, a bird struck the airplane during takeoff, initial climb. He and his student returned to the airport and landed without further complication.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left-wing's ribs.
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the glider 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# GAA18CA345