Summary
It was reported that the pilot lost control of the glider and landed heavily while operating in winds of 25-30 knots.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198903761 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 13/01/1989 |
| Location | Gympie |
| Report release date | 14/04/1989 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Minor |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Scheibe Flugzeugbau GmbH |
|---|---|
| Model | Bergfalke |
| Registration | VH-GZQ |
| Serial number | 5817 |
| Operation type | Gliding |
| Departure point | Gympie QLD |
| Destination | Gympie QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |