N974CQHPH LTD GLASFLUGEL 2021-06-20 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
Minor

HPH LTD GLASFLUGEL S/N: 43-17

Summary

On June 20, 2021, a Hph LTD GLASFLUGEL (N974CQ) was involved in an accident near Winthrop, WA. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident to be: The glider’s encounter with atmospheric conditions where the lift was not sufficient to maintain flight.

This accident is documented in NTSB report WPR21LA235. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N974CQ.

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, June 20, 2021
NTSB Number
WPR21LA235
Location
Winthrop, WA
Event ID
20210622103311
Coordinates
48.625833, -120.154500
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The glider’s encounter with atmospheric conditions where the lift was not sufficient to maintain flight.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
HPH LTD
Serial Number
43-17
Engine Type
None
Year Built
2001
Model / ICAO
GLASFLUGEL HYPR
Aircraft Type
Glider
No. of Engines
0
Seats
1
FAA Model
GLASFLUGEL 304CZ-17

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
STANFIELD MARK A
Address
1640 4TH ST
City
HOOD RIVER
State / Zip Code
OR 97031-6733
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR21LA235