CESSNA 177RG near Westerly, RI — 2011-10-06

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while starting the engine.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, he completed the preflight checklist before starting the engine. When he turned the ignition, the airplane started and began to move forward. The pilot attempted to stop the airplane, but it continued forward and initiated a turn to the left. The airplane subsequently impacted another airplane, resulting in substantial damage to the accident airplane's left wing. A postaccident examination revealed no leaks or other anomalies with the brakes or any other preexisting mechanical malfunctions of the airplane.

NTSB coding

• Ground collision · Standing-engine(s) start-up

Evidence available

• Photos
• 4 docket documents

Docket documents4

• Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1 - Pilot/ownerform
• Memorandum For Record - Westerly Weatherother
• Memorandum of Record: FAA Inspectorother
• Photo 1: Wingtip Damage (Courtesy of the FAA)photos

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