MINR · LET Blanik L-13 · 2008-08-09 · Bend, OR, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX08CA262
Event ID
20080904X01374
Type
Accident
Date
2008-08-09
Location
Bend, OR, USA
Coordinates
44.094444, -121.200279
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
LET
Model
Blanik L-13
Registration
N62345
FAR Part
091
Engines
0
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's misjudged distance/altitude which resulted in an undershoot while on final approach to land. Factors contributing to the accident were the lack of thermal lift (sinking air), and the lack of suitable terrain for the off-airport landing.