SERS · Avian Magnum IX · 2002-03-16 · Sedona, AZ, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX02LA111
Event ID
20020319X00365
Type
Accident
Date
2002-03-16
Location
Sedona, AZ, USA
Coordinates
34.94057, -111.93917
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
1
Minor
6
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
7
Aircraft
Make
Avian
Model
Magnum IX
Registration
N2037U
FAR Part
091
Engines
0
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's decision to continue the landing approach after encountering a high wind condition. A factor in the accident was the pilot's decision to use the trees to try and slow the balloon's ground speed.