Incident Overview
A Bellanca 8GCBC, registered N4167Y, was operating as a glider towplane from a narrow turf airstrip. During the takeoff run, the pilot decided to abort the departure because he perceived the aircraft's performance was insufficient for a normal tow.
Sequence of Events
After aborting, the towplane continued rolling straight ahead along the center line of the airstrip and came to a stop. The glider being towed then struck the towplane: its left wing made contact with the rudder of N4167Y. Following the impact, the glider spun to the left, passed the towcraft, and collided with the towplane's propeller.
Aircraft and Glider Details
The source identifies the towplane as a Bellanca 8GCBC (registration N4167Y). No details about the glider (type, registration, or occupants) are provided in the source material. Similarly, no information regarding injuries, the specific location of the airstrip, or weather conditions is mentioned.