Mission 26-M-0174A

NRAT Mission - 26-M-0174A

Date:  17 May 2026 /  1427Z

Narrative:  On the 17th of May, a pilot was making a cross-country flight in Nevada with a planned fuel stop in Wells.  He encountered snow-covered runways, so he continued to his next stop in Elko.  He encountered rising terrain en route to Elko with downdrafts and was not able to out-climb the terrain.  The aircraft, a Diamond DA40, sustained major damage, but the pilot survived with serious injuries.

Time from Activation to First Product:  18 Minutes 

AFRCC Find:  Yes

AFRCC Save:  Yes