Casualties unknown

Aerial Application Aircraft Strikes Trees During Maneuvering (N2975J)

Belview, MN, US

On April 10, 1993, a Cessna T188C (registration N2975J) operated by Donner Aerial Spraying, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Belview, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S NOT MAINTAINING PROPER ALTITUDE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

An agricultural aircraft impacted trees while maneuvering near a field where chemical application was underway. Post-accident examination found no anomalies with the pilot or aircraft.

Accident Overview

An airplane conducting aerial application operations struck trees and subsequently descended into terrain while maneuvering near a field where chemicals were being applied. The accident occurred during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), with no wind reported at the time.

Pilot and Aircraft Examination

Post-accident examination of the pilot and the airplane did not reveal any anomalies. The pilot had completed his eighth chemical application flight of the day prior to the accident.

Circumstances

The aircraft was maneuvering in the vicinity of a field where an aerial application of chemicals was being made when it impacted trees and descended into the terrain. No further details regarding the type of aircraft, registration, operator, or location were provided.

Investigation Findings

The investigation did not identify any mechanical or pilot-related issues that could explain the accident. The absence of reported wind and the clear weather conditions suggest that external environmental factors were not contributing factors.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X12091. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.