Primary finding
Probable cause
The hot air balloon’s encounter with downdraft wind conditions in mountainous terrain and subsequent impact with terrain.
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NTSB investigation record
WPR26LA118
CompletedArbc inc dba lindstrand 260A· N261RR
- Date
- March 2, 2026
- Location
- Casa Grande, AZ
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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