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Schweizer SGS 2-32

NTSB investigations · 63

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SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('8050206') ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC

duckdb -csv -c "SELECT c.\"ntsbNumber\", c.\"eventDate\", c.\"eventType\", c.\"eventCity\", c.\"eventStateOrRegion\", a.n_number, a.\"aircraftMake\", a.\"aircraftModel\", c.\"highestInjuryLevel\", c.\"totalFatal\", c.\"completionStatus\", c.report_url
  FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c.\"mKey\" = a.case_mkey
  WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('8050206')
  ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"

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SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('8050206')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC

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NTSB WPR22LA007Accident · Serious injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · San Juan Baptista, CAThe glider’s encounter with atmospheric conditions where the lift was not sufficient to maintain flight, which necessitated a forced landing.Oct 9, 2021 · N87R · Substantial damage NTSB ERA18FA238Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2 32 · Morrisville, VTThe pilot's exceedance of the glider's critical angle of attack while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to operate the glider outside of its published weight…Aug 29, 2018 · N17970 · Substantial damage NTSB ERA13FA215Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Shirley, NYThe pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed during final approach, which resulted in a stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s likely impairment due to an over-the-counter sedating antihistamine.Apr 27, 2013 · N9857E · Substantial damage NTSB CEN13CA079Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Boulder, COThe glider pilot's inability to locate an area of thermal lift.Nov 29, 2012 · N9929J · Substantial damage NTSB WPR11CA411Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Warner Springs, CAThe pilot’s inadequate altitude to clear a ridgeline while maneuvering over a mountainous area.Aug 28, 2011 · N5840V · Substantial damage NTSB WPR11LA317Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Bigfork, MTThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his excessive control inputs during a simulated rope break while taking off, which resulted in an accelerated aerodynamic stall.Jul 8, 2011 · N591CC · Substantial damage NTSB CEN10FA115Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Boulder, COThe failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other resulting in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the lack of perceived visual relative motion of the Piper and the Cirrus to the pilot of each airplane, the terrain background, and the…Feb 6, 2010 · N2472W · 3 aircraft · No damage NTSB WPR09CA376Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Heber City, UTThe pilot's excessive speed as he turned off the runway.Jul 29, 2009 · N682U · Substantial damage NTSB WPR09CA272Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Warner Springs, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree while maneuvering in flight.May 30, 2009 · N5826V · Substantial damage NTSB SEA08LA067Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Hollister, CAThe dual student's failure to maintain aircraft control while taxiing from the active runway and the delayed remedial action by the flight instructor. A contributing factor was the unfavorable high wind condition.Jan 25, 2008 · N87R · Substantial damage NTSB LAX05CA284Accident · Serious injuriesData collectionFinal reportSchweizer SGS-2-32 · Waialua, HIthe pilot's inadvertent spin entry while practicing a stall maneuver and his failure to regain control of the glider before impacting a lake.Sep 1, 2005 · N414LF · Substantial damage NTSB LAX05LA131Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Mokuleia, HIthe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering during a scenic flight, which led to an inadvertent stall/spin and secondary stall/spin encounter. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack of total flight experience, his inadequate…Apr 6, 2005 · N693U · Substantial damage NTSB LAX02LA098Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Peoria, AZFailure of the cyclist to coordinate and communicate that he was on the active runway. A contributing factor was the sun glare encountered by the pilot on final approach.Mar 1, 2002 · N2466W · Substantial damage NTSB LAX98FA007Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportSchweizer 2-32 · Warner Springs, CAthe pilot's inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions after inadvertently encountering mountain wave and associated downdraft conditions. The obscuration and high/mountainous terrain were related factors.Oct 11, 1997 · N242DB · Substantial damage NTSB BFO94LA118Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS2-32 · Plymouth, MAThe pilot-in-command's improper in-flight planning and decision. A factor related to the accident is a downdraft.Jun 26, 1994 · N1175S · Substantial damage NTSB LAX93LA031Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Mokuleia, HIThe flight's encounter with unforecasted unfavorable winds (loss of thermal lift) and downdrafts while on final approach to the runway.Nov 7, 1992 · N5761S · Substantial damage NTSB CHI91LA219Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer 2-32 · Plainfield, ILPilot's failure to attain proper alignment with the runway. A factor related to the accident was the high vegetation/crop in which the landing was made.Jul 16, 1991 · N2477W · Substantial damage NTSB NYC89LA197Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS-2-32 · Plymouth, CTImproper compensation for wind conditions by the pilot. A factor related to the accidetn was: the downdraft.Aug 19, 1989 · N414LF · Substantial damage NTSB LAX87LA224Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Fremont, CAWhile on final apch to lnd on rwy 28, a glider (Schweizer sgs 2-32, N242DB) & a tow plane (Bellanca 7KCAB, N88314) collided in flt at an alt of about 200' AGL. The tow plane was returning fm a LCL tow mission & the glider was returningfm a LCL sightseeing…May 30, 1987 · N242DB · 2 aircraft · Minor damage NTSB LAX87LA109Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer 2-32 · Vacaville, CADuring a local sightseeing flight, the pilot was flying south approximately 300-500 ft above the ridge looking for lift. The pilot could not find sufficient lift in the area east of the ridge so he flew to the west side where the glider encountered a strong…Feb 7, 1987 · N17871 · Substantial damage NTSB LAX86LA335Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Fremont, CAThe glider tow pilot stated that he noticed the glider's spoilers in the open position shortly after takeoff. He brought the glider to the traffic pattern. The glider pilot released from the tow and made a sharp turn during which the glider pitched up,…Aug 28, 1986 · N9845E · Substantial damage NTSB LAX86LA202Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Vacaville, CAAccording to the plt, the acft encountered a downdraft after being released from the tow plane. The plt selected a field in which to land, however, the glider contacted a tree while maneuvering to the field.Apr 30, 1986 · N2750Z · Substantial damage NTSB LAX86FJA01Accident · No injuriesFinal reportSchweizer 2-32 · Dillingham Fld, HIThe glider collided with a power line as the plt maneuvered down a valley to recover some airspeed that had been lost along a ridgeline. The vertical fin and rudder were damaged along the top 18 inches but the acft was landed without further incident.Apr 2, 1986 · N1189S · Substantial damage NTSB DEN85LA128Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportSchweizer SGS 2-32 · Colorado Spring, COThe glider collided with a parked acft following a loss of directional control during the landing roll. The plt reported the left wing dipped during the landing roll because of the x-wind. The left wing tip wheel dug into an area of soft sand beside the rwy…May 5, 1985 · N2477W · Substantial damage NTSB LAX82FVG33Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportSchweizer 232 · Calistoga, CAThe acft crashed approximately 3 mi sw of the Calistoga arpt while returning from a local flt. The plt stated to a calif hwy patrol officer at the scene that he lost rudder control & had gone into a spin as a result in air change. The rudder cables were found…Sep 10, 1982 · N2450W · Destroyed NTSB ATL82DA168Accident · Serious injuriesFinal reportSchweizer SGS-2-32-A · Williamson, GAOn downwind, the pilot saw another glider on the runway. He maintained altitude until the glider cleared the runway. When clear the pilot started his descent extending the spoilers fully. The pilot stated that when he reached his desired altitude and leveled…Jun 16, 1982 · N7746S · Substantial damage NTSB CHI81FA100Accident · 1 fatalClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Waynesville, OHSep 12, 1981 · N232P · Substantial damage NTSB NYC81FNA25Accident · Serious injuriesClosedSchweizer 2-32 · Plymouth, MASep 7, 1981 · N17948 · Destroyed NTSB LAX81DVG45Accident · Minor injuriesClosedSchweizer 2-32 · Calistoga, CAJun 21, 1981 · N2450W · Substantial damage NTSB DEN81FTE07Accident · Minor injuriesClosedSchweizer SG5-2 · Boulder, CONov 30, 1980 · N5826V · Substantial damage NTSB LAX80DVG76Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer 2-32 · Vacaville, CAAug 23, 1980 · N2774Z · Substantial damage NTSB DEN79FTE57Accident · Serious injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Colorado Spgs, COJul 10, 1979 · N2421W · Substantial damage NTSB SEA79FA007Accident · 1 fatalClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Hailey, IDOct 28, 1978 · N5753S · Destroyed NTSB NYC78DNC08Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Warren, VTDec 27, 1977 · N2432W · Substantial damage NTSB NYC77FHJ21Accident · Minor injuriesClosedSchweizer 2-32 · Brookhaven, NYMay 21, 1977 · N9857E · Substantial damage NTSB LAX76DUG69Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Adelanto, CAJun 19, 1976 · N697U · Substantial damage NTSB FTW76FQD20Accident · Minor injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Fabens, TXApr 3, 1976 · N7746S · Substantial damage NTSB DEN76DQD32Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Las Cruces, NMJun 28, 1975 · N17871 · Substantial damage NTSB NYC75DHA41Accident · Serious injuriesClosedSchweizer 2-32 · Mount Pocono, PAMay 24, 1975 · N65973 · Substantial damage NTSB DEN75ID056Incident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Colorado Sprgs, COMay 16, 1975 · N2750Z · 2 aircraft · Minor damage NTSB OAK75AP032Accident · 4 fatalClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Fremont, CAJan 18, 1975 · N1243S · 2 aircraft · Destroyed NTSB OAK75DVD20Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Fremont, CAOct 13, 1974 · N9845E · Substantial damage NTSB DEN75DQA13Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Albuquerque, NMSep 1, 1974 · N5826V · Substantial damage NTSB LAX75DUJ31Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Maricopa, AZAug 31, 1974 · N5795S · Substantial damage NTSB OAK75FXQ14Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Truckee, CAAug 18, 1974 · N2466W · Substantial damage NTSB NYC74DHM33Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer 2-32 · Amenia, NYJun 21, 1974 · N2774Z · Substantial damage NTSB OAK74DXQ37Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Yerrington, NVApr 27, 1974 · N17892 · Substantial damage NTSB LAX74DUG41Accident · Minor injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Llano, CAFeb 6, 1974 · N7622 · Destroyed NTSB OAK73FJA23Accident · 1 fatalClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Waialua, HIJun 22, 1973 · N2442W · Substantial damage NTSB LAX73DUJ55Accident · No injuriesClosedSchweizer SGS232 · Maricopa, AZFeb 18, 1973 · N7770S · Substantial damage

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