Summary
Circumstances:
The Gliding Federation Australia investigation reports that after a winch launch the student pilot flew locally for about ten minutes. He then realised that he was getting low and turned back towards the airfield. Late in his approach he saw power lines, dived under them, and was forced to outland in a paddock adjacent to the airfield. At the end of the landing roll the glider collided with a fence and was substantially damaged.
Significant Factors:
The following factors were considered relevant to the development of the accident:
1. Inadequate circuit planning, probably as a result of inadequate or incomplete training.
2. Lack of situational awareness.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199001172 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 20/12/1990 |
| Location | Laverton |
| State | Victoria |
| Report release date | 09/05/1991 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Let National Corporation |
|---|---|
| Model | Blanik |
| Registration | VH-HDV |
| Serial number | 174912 |
| Sector | Other |
| Operation type | Gliding |
| Departure point | Laverton VIC |
| Destination | Laverton VIC |
| Damage | Substantial |