On 20 Oct 2012, an AB SPORTINE AVIACIJA GENESIS 2 operated by LOKEN HALVAR Y was involved in an aviation accident near Roseland, VA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain glider control during takeoff. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During takeoff, a glider began oscillating, the right wing dipped and impacted the grass runway, resulting in loss of control. The glider came to rest inverted; the pilot sustained minor injuries. No mechanical malfunctions were reported.
Accident Details
A glider accident occurred during the takeoff phase. As the glider reached flying speed, it began to oscillate. The right wing dipped and impacted the grass runway, leading to a loss of control. The tow line disconnected as designed, and the glider came to rest in an inverted position.
Pilot Account
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the glider that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot sustained minor injuries in the accident.
Damage and Examination
A post-accident examination conducted by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to the wings and the vertical stabilizer of the glider.
Contributing factors
PilotLateral/bank control — Not attained/maintained