Pilot Debrief

PILATUS B4-PC11 near Sterling, MA — 2021-05-20

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Date
2021-05-20
Location
Sterling, MA, USA
Airport
3B3
Aircraft
PILATUS B4-PC11
Registration
N65317
Category
Glider
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s misjudged approach angle which resulted in impact with trees and terrain.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that once on final approach for the runway, he miscalculated his approach angle and found the glider low on altitude and airspeed. The glider then struck trees on the edge of the airport and impacted on the airport surface resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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