Pilot Debrief

CONDOR SOUTHERN POWERED PARACH RAPTOR near Weyauwega, WI — 2011-07-03

Final reportCEN11LA456
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Date
2011-07-03
Location
Weyauwega, WI, USA
Aircraft
CONDOR SOUTHERN POWERED PARACH RAPTOR
Registration
N6012H
Category
Powered parachute
Highest injury
Serious
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient altitude to clear power lines during flight.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that he was flying the powered parachute over a river and struck power lines. Postaccident examination of the airplane did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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