Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-24-250 near Phillipsburg, OH — 2013-01-17

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Date
2013-01-17
Location
Phillipsburg, OH, USA
Airport
K3I7
Aircraft
PIPER PA-24-250
Registration
N5269P
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's improper operation of the airplane controls during engine start, which resulted in a collision with a hangar.

NTSB narrative

The pilot started the airplane without the hand-brake set, and the airplane began to move forward. The pilot stated that he pushed the throttle "in" and at the same time reached for the hand-brake in an attempt to stop the airplane. The throttle input increased engine power, and the airplane rolled forward until it collided with a hanger. The airplane’s wings were substantially damaged. A postaccident examination of the airplane found the throttle in the full forward (full power) position. No preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane were reported.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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