Event Details
On 31 August 2024 at 11:30 UTC, a Schempp-Hirth Discus-2c FES glider registered as OY-XXS was conducting a local private flight from Vesthimmerland (EKVH). During the landing flare on grass runway 29, the glider's tailwheel made contact with the asphalt edge of a crossing taxiway located in the northern safety zone. The accident occurred in daylight under visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
Injuries and Damage
The sole crew member sustained minor injuries. The glider suffered substantial structural damage to the fiberglass construction around the tailwheel area as a result of the impact with the asphalt edge.
Investigation
The Danish Aircraft Accident Investigation Board (Havarikommissionen) conducted an initial safety investigation. Referring to Article 5 of EU Regulation 996/2010 and Section 138 of the Danish Aviation Act, the Board decided not to pursue further investigation. The safety investigation was closed with the publication of this statement, in accordance with Article 16 of EU Regulation 996/2010 and Section 143 of the Danish Aviation Act. No probable cause was determined.