Accident Details
Date
Sunday, August 15, 2021
NTSB Number
ERA21LA330
Location
North Springfield, VT
Event ID
20210818103723
Coordinates
43.352998, -72.506206
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The check pilot's failure to account for the extended departure distance from the airport during a simulated tow rope break and recovery.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
1978
Model / ICAO
SGS 2-33A
Aircraft Type
Glider
No. of Engines
0
Seats
2
FAA Model
SGS 2-33A
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
CIVIL AIR PATROL
Address
105 S HANSELL ST
City
MAXWELL AFB
State / Zip Code
AL 36112-5937
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# ERA21LA330