Has N5840V been in an accident?

Yes. N5840V appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N5840V?

N5840V is a 1964 Schweizer SGS 2-32 (glider), serial number 5.

N5840V — 1964 Schweizer SGS 2-32

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 22, 2026

N5840V appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 22, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 5
Manufacturer: Schweizer
Model: SGS 2-32
Year: 1964
Category: Glider
Engine: None None
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR11CA411Aug 28, 2011Warner Springs, CASerious
The pilot’s inadequate altitude to clear a ridgeline while maneuvering over a mountainous area.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1964 Schweizer SGS 2-32).

Apr 2, 2018deregistered — Sky Sailing Inc

Frequently asked

Has N5840V been in an accident?: Yes. N5840V appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N5840V?: N5840V is a 1964 Schweizer SGS 2-32 (glider), serial number 5.

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