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July 23, 2025 · Weatherly Aviation 620B · N2032J
Rushmore, MN
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 23, 2025
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Rushmore, MN
Aircraft
Weatherly Aviation 620B (1994)
Tail Number
N2032J
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN25LA286
The pilot reported that while performing low altitude aerial spray application, he flew too close to a tree instead of flying over the top of it. The left wingtip struck the tree, and the airplane impacted the ground. The wings and fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Altitude-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while performing low altitude aerial spray application, he flew too close to a tree instead of flying over the top of it. The left wingtip struck the tree, and the airplane impacted the ground. The wings and fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:55 CDT
Nearest AirportWorthington Municipal (9.5nm WSW)
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftWeatherly Aviation 620B
Tail NumberN2032J
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsPratt And Whitney · R-985 · Reciprocating · 450
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 30 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind130° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter29.87 inHg
Observation Time16:56
Weather SourceWFAC