Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN10CA505

Waynesville, OH, USA

Aircraft #1

N31TS

SCHLEICHER ASW-20

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The glider pilot reported that the glider's right wing dropped and the glider ground looped as it was being towed for takeoff. The tow was released and the glider sustained substantial damage when it struck a pole on the side of the runway.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's loss of aircraft control during the tow for takeoff.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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