N220CWSCHLEICHER ASW-202022-09-29 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

SCHLEICHER ASW-20S/N: 20366

Summary

On September 29, 2022, a Schleicher ASW-20 (N220CW) was involved in an incident near Hood River, OR. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

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

This incident is documented in NTSB report WPR22LA364. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N220CW.

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, September 29, 2022
NTSB Number
WPR22LA364
Location
Hood River, OR
Event ID
20221003106045
Coordinates
45.674276, -121.526730
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

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

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
SCHLEICHER
Serial Number
20366
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1981
Model / ICAO
ASW-20AS20
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
ROTH THOMAS E
Address
5241 SE 45TH AVE
Status
Deregistered
City
PORTLAND
State / Zip Code
OR 97206-5040
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# WPR22LA364