Ka 8 B outlanding incident at Bazenheid results in significant damage

On June 1, 1966, an Alexander Schleicher Ka 8 B experienced an outlanding near Bazenheid, Switzerland. During its first cross-country flight attempt, the pilot attempted to land on an unsuitable terrain. The glider managed to clear two obstacles before descending rapidly and sustaining significant damage upon impact. Fortunately, there were no injuries or fatalities reported in the incident.

1. Cross-country flight: During his first cross-country flight attempt in the Ka 8 B, the pilot was flying away from the home airfield.
2. Outlanding required: The pilot became unable to continue the flight and had to perform an outlanding on available terrain.
3. Unsuitable field: The pilot selected a field that was described as little suited for an outlanding.
4. Obstacle avoidance: During the approach, the pilot pulled the glider over two obstacles before reaching the intended landing area.
5. Glider sinks through: After clearing the obstacles, the glider lost lift and sank rapidly toward the ground.
6. Outlanding - damage: The glider impacted the ground hard and was substantially damaged, but there were no injuries.