Final 1 serious Oct 9, 2024

N31010 crash at Rio Rancho, NM

Cameron Balloons Us ZL-70 — Collision during takeoff/land at Rio Rancho, NM

DateOct 9, 2024
Tail numberN31010
AircraftCameron ZL-70 · Cameron Balloons Us ZL-70
LocationRio Rancho, NM
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 serious
NTSB caseWPR25LA081

Probable cause

The pilot’s inability to maintain clearance from a tree during the landing approach due to a gusting wind shift.

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