Summary
The glider was being winch launched. On the initial climb at a height of about 300 feet the winch cable failed. The pilot made a modified circuit, with the base leg halfway along the strip. Touchdown was well into the strip. The pilot realised the glider would hit the fence at the end of the strip, so he attempted to lift it over the fence. The glider came down on top of the fence, catching the left wing. It then swung left, and the right wing hit a tree.
Significant Factors
The following factors were considered relevant to the development of the accident:
1. Winch cable failure.
2. Insufficient altitude after the winch cable failure to ensure a successful circuit and landing.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199401640 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 12/06/1994 |
| Location | Bogong Park |
| State | Victoria |
| Report release date | 13/10/1994 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Let National Corporation |
|---|---|
| Model | Blanik L13 |
| Registration | VH-GAQ |
| Sector | Other |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Bogong Park VIC |
| Destination | Bogong Park VIc |
| Damage | Substantial |