What happened
On February 21, 1966, a K-8B glider, registered as HB-700, was involved in an accident near Bennau, SZ. While attempting an outlanding under challenging wind conditions, the aircraft failed to reach the intended landing area and struck an obstacle. The impact resulted in significant damage to the airframe, estimated at 25 percent of its total value.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the circumstances surrounding the landing attempt and the environmental factors present at the time of the incident. The commission examined the flight conditions and the sequence of events leading to the collision with the obstacle.
Findings
- The primary cause of the accident was the execution of an outlanding during unfavorable wind conditions.
- The pilot was unable to maintain the necessary glide path, causing the aircraft to fall short of the intended landing zone.
- The pilot remained uninjured following the impact.