SZD 9b Id Bocian Glider, VH-GQT, near Quirindi NSW, 31 December 1975

197501381

Summary

The glider turned to the right and the angle of bank continued to increase until the wings were near vertical. The nose dropped rapidly and the glider assumed a nose down inverted attitude. As it dived towards the ground the attitude changed and the glider finally assumed a steep nose down Inverted attitude until it struck the ground.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 197501381
Occurrence date 31/12/1975
Location near Quirindi
Report release date 16/09/1976
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Loss of control
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level Fatal