Pilot Debrief

SCHWEIZER SGS 2-33A near Hood River, OR — 2025-04-19

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Date
2025-04-19
Location
Hood River, OR, USA
Airport
4S2
Aircraft
SCHWEIZER SGS 2-33A
Registration
N5786S
Category
Glider
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

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

NTSB narrative

The flight instructor reported that while turning final, the glider encountered a loss of lift and there was not sufficient altitude to reach the airport. The instructor chose to land in an orchard, and during the landing roll, the glider struck several small trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing and left horizontal stabilizer. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the glider that would have precluded normal operation.

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