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Schleicher ASK-21 N361KS and Jonker Sailplanes (Pty) Ltd JS3 N9172T accident near Tehachapi, California

Aug 8, 2026 · NTSB number WPR26LA299 · Preliminary report

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Event

Date
Aug 8, 2026
Type
Accident
Place
Tehachapi, California
Nearest airport
Mountain Valley Airport (L94)
Highest injury
None
Weather
Visual (VMC)
Light
Day

Schleicher ASK-21

N-number
N361KS
Category
Glider
Year built
1984
Damage
Substantial
Operating rule
Part 91 (general aviation)
Purpose of flight
Personal

Jonker Sailplanes (Pty) Ltd JS3

N-number
N9172T
Category
Glider
Year built
2019
Damage
Substantial
Operating rule
Part 91 (general aviation)
Purpose of flight
Personal

Other records under this N-number

May 10, 2008 SEA08CA129

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