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NTSB investigation record

FTW88DRG09

Completed

Schempp-hirth Standard cirrus· N8083

Date
September 10, 1988
Location
Briggs, TX
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

Pilot's failure to maintin sufficient airspeed as he maneuvered to re-align the glider during final approach for landing. This resulted in 45-60 degree bank angle at very low altitudes, which culminated in the less of control and collision with the fence.

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