Sep 11, 2004
Accident
Substantial The Dalles, OR
Injuries2 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
Aircraft control was not maintained by the tow plane pilot and the glider pilot did not maintain a proper climb rate during the initial climb. A direct crosswind and wind gusts were factors.
NTSB SEA04LA187