Pilot Debrief

THUNDER & COLT AX8 105S2 near Albuquerque, NM — 2015-08-02

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Date
2015-08-02
Location
Albuquerque, NM, USA
Aircraft
THUNDER & COLT AX8 105S2
Registration
N787TC
Category
Balloon
Highest injury
Serious
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot did not properly brace herself during the landing, which resulted in a broken ankle and leg.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that the balloon flight was normal with light and variable wind conditions. The pilot stated she informed the passenger that the basket may "hop" a couple of times during the landing and told him to brace himself. When the balloon basket touched the ground, the pilot's foot became wedged between the sidewall of the basket and one of the fuel tanks. The pilot lost her balance, her body shifted, and she felt her ankle fracture. She told the passenger to continue pulling the deflation line. The envelope deflated quickly and the basket laid down onto its side. There was no damage to the envelope or basket. The pilot suffered a broken ankle and leg.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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