Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
NTSB Number
CEN22LA279
Location
Yoder, KS
Event ID
20220623105339
Coordinates
37.939714, -97.904686
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
1
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's encounter with sinking air conditions that resulted in a loss of lift and a subsequent loss of control.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
2000
Model / ICAO
L-23 SUPER BLANIK
Aircraft Type
Glider
No. of Engines
0
Seats
2
FAA Model
L-23 SUPER BLANIK
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
CIVIL AIR PATROL INC
Address
105 S HANSELL ST
City
MAXWELL AFB
State / Zip Code
AL 36112-6332
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# CEN22LA279