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N77MA accident description

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Crash location 32.388055°N, 111.421667°W
Reported location is a long distance from the NTSB's reported nearest city. This often means that the location has a typo, or is incorrect.
Nearest city Marana, AZ
32.436738°N, 111.225382°W
11.9 miles away
Tail number N77MA
Accident date 05 Aug 2009
Aircraft type Eiriavion Oy Pik 20B
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

While returning from a cross-country glider flight, the pilot reported losing lift and encountering downdrafts along his route. He elected to make an off-airport landing. During the landing approach, the glider impacted the top of a tree at approximately 12 feet above the ground; subsequently, it impacted terrain on the chin of its' fuselage and came to rest in an upright position. The force of the impact resulted in the separation of both wings. Examination of the glider revealed that the fuselage, canopy, and wings were structurally damaged.

NTSB Probable Cause

A loss of lift that resulted in an off-airport landing.

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