Schleicher Alexander Gmbh & Co ASH 26 E — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026
There are 37 Schleicher Alexander Gmbh & Co ASH 26 E airframes on record (built 1994–2007), 26 currently registered. 6 have one or more NTSB accident records (7 records total, 2 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 18, 2026.
Recent Schleicher Alexander Gmbh & Co ASH 26 E accidents
A loss of control on takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Reduced takeoff performance for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in a forced landing.
The pilot’s loss of glider control during approach for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at an altitude too low for recovery.
The pilot’s encounter with atmospheric conditions where the lift was not sufficient to maintain flight, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
The pilot's improper use of wing spoilers during approach resulting in an altitude loss and collision with a tree.
A complete loss of electrical and engine power over unsuitable terrain due to a cannon plug that became disconnected for undetermined reasons.
The pilot's failure to see and avoid the other glider climbing in the same thermal.