Aviation Accident Summary CHI07CA291

Alliance, OH, USA

Aircraft #1

N65832

Schweizer SGS 2-33A

Analysis

The pilot reported that he normally sets the altimeter to zero prior to takeoff. The pilot reported that he was distracted during the preflight and he forgot to reset the altimeter which was set to field elevation, approximately 1,000 feet. This resulted in the pilot releasing from the tow 1,000 feet lower than what he thought he was. The pilot stated the glider hit the tops of trees while on final approach.

Factual Information

The pilot reported he normally sets the altimeter to zero prior to takeoff. The pilot reported he was distracted during the preflight and he forgot to reset the altimeter which was set to field elevation, approximately 1,000 feet. This resulted in the pilot releasing from the tow 1,000 feet lower than what he thought he was. The pilot stated the glider hit the tops of trees while on final approach.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's inattentiveness during the aircraft preflight and his failure to maintain clearance above the trees.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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