Has N2045T been in an accident?

Yes. N2045T appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.

What kind of aircraft is N2045T?

N2045T is a 1977 Schweizer SGS 2-33A (glider), serial number 475.

N2045T — 1977 Schweizer SGS 2-33A

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 17, 2026

N2045T appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2013, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 17, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 475
Manufacturer: Schweizer
Model: SGS 2-33A
Year: 1977
Category: Glider
Engine: None None
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA13LA229May 4, 2013Erwinna, PASerious
The pilot’s loss of glider control due to improper rigging of the rudder control cables, the mechanic’s inadequate flight control checks following the glider’s most recent annual inspection, and the pilot’s failure to perform a thorough preflight inspection.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1977 Schweizer SGS 2-33A).

Sep 16, 2023deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N2045T been in an accident?: Yes. N2045T appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.
What kind of aircraft is N2045T?: N2045T is a 1977 Schweizer SGS 2-33A (glider), serial number 475.

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