Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA 28-180 near Benton Harbor, MI — 2013-10-02

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Date
2013-10-02
Location
Benton Harbor, MI, USA
Airport
BEH
Aircraft
PIPER PA 28-180
Registration
N8084W
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during engine start.

NTSB narrative

During the engine start, the pilot had applied full throttle. After the engine start, the pilot lost control of the airplane, and the airplane impacted a hangar at the airport. A ground worker sustained minor injuries during the collision. The pilot reported that the accident was due to pilot error, and the airplane had no mechanical issues.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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