# NTSB Accident LAX96LA212
> **Schleicher ASW-20** · 1996-05-28 · SPARKS, NV, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX96LA212
- **Event ID:** 20001208X05823
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-05-28
- **Location:** SPARKS, NV, USA
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Schleicher
- **Model:** ASW-20
- **Registration:** N204Q
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** —
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the takeoff roll, and his failure to maintain control of the glider.  The gusty wind condition was a related factor.

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