Primary finding
Probable cause
Misunderstood emergency procedures, the glider pilot released from the tow which resulted in a hard landing. The pilot's preflight of the glider and radio communications were inadequate before and during the flight.
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NTSB investigation record
SEA89LA150
CompletedSchleicher Asw-20Bl· N300Y
- Date
- August 15, 1989
- Location
- Minden, NV
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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