Casualties unknown

Wing Strikes Ground During Avoidance Maneuver, Aircraft Collides with Trees (N34215)

Deland, FL, US

On September 10, 1994, a Schweizer 2-33A (registration N34215) was involved in an aviation accident near Deland, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN GROUND CLEARANCE WHILE MANEUVERING OVER THE RUNWAY THRESHOLD RESULTING IN THE LEFT WING CONTACTING THE GROUND. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During an approach, a pilot maneuvered to avoid an ultralight on a parallel approach. After crossing the runway threshold, he lowered the left wing to move further left, causing the wing to strike the ground. The aircraft then rolled, struck both wings, and veered into trees.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that while on approach, an ultralight aircraft was performing a parallel approach. To avoid a potential conflict, the pilot maneuvered to the left. As the aircraft passed the runway threshold, the pilot lowered the left wing to move further left, away from the ultralight.

Sequence of Events

The left wing subsequently contacted the ground. This contact caused the aircraft to roll to the right, resulting in the right wing striking the ground. The aircraft then rolled back to the left, causing the left wing to again contact the ground. The aircraft veered left and collided with trees.

Aircraft Damage

No damage description is provided in the source beyond the fact that the aircraft collided with trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Sept 1994 Schweizer 2-33A accident near Deland, FL?

During an approach, a pilot maneuvered to avoid an ultralight on a parallel approach. After crossing the runway threshold, he lowered the left wing to move further left, causing the wing to strike the ground. The aircraft then rolled, struck both wings, and veered into trees.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Sept 1994 involved a Schweizer 2-33A, registration N34215, at Deland, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN GROUND CLEARANCE WHILE MANEUVERING OVER THE RUNWAY THRESHOLD RESULTING IN THE LEFT WING CONTACTING THE GROUND.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X02317. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.