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NTSB investigation record

NYC91LA066

Completed

Schweizer Sgs2-33A· N5763S

Date
January 26, 1991
Location
Williamstown, MA
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

The failure of the pilot to retract the speed brakes during the preflight, which resulted in the tow airplane being unable to attain sufficient altitude prior to releasing the glider, and the subsequent landing of the glider on unsuitable terrain.

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