NTSB investigations · 2
Matched to this aircraft by N5171G and the event date: up to this one’s cancellation.
NTSB IAD99FA041Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportHilltown, PAThe inadequate lookout of both pilots, and the pilot of the other aircraft.NTSB NYC86LA065Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportHilltown, PAThe Cessna was towing a glider when at an altitude of about 150 feet to about 200 feet, a decrease in RPM was experienced. The glider was detached from the aircraft, the nose was lowered and a left turn made while still over the gliderport. A rapid descent…
FAA incident reports · 2
FAA accident and incident reports matched to this aircraft by N5171G and the event date: up to this one’s cancellation.
Accident 19990501004231AClimb · Hilltown, PACessna C-305 acft collided in mid-air with N47938, a grob G-103 glider, N5171G was destroyed and the pilot/sole occupant suffered fatal injuries, N47938 was also destroyed and the 2 POB suffered fatal injuries, other circumstances are unknown. Reference…Accident 19860118002469AForced/Precautionary Landing · Hilltown, PAEngine quit on a glider tow at 200 feet. Returned,made hard landing collapsing gear. Water in fuel on prior flights