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October 5, 2005 · Cessna 152 · N94684
Tupelo, MS
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 5, 2005
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Tupelo, MS
Aircraft
Cessna 152
Tail Number
N94684
Operator
Delta State University
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DFW06CA005
The 54-hour private pilot landed at the airport at approximately 2100, under dark night conditions. The pilot reported that he began to look for taxiway centerline markings, but none were found. The pilot added that he then began looking for an aircraft marshaller while taxiing to the Fixed Base Operator parking area. The pilot did not see any aircraft marshaller present and elected to continue to taxi to a parking spot. While maneuvering the airplane near the parking area, the pilot initiated a left turn when he felt the right wing impact a solid object. Examination of the airplane revealed that the right wing impacted an unmarked black light pole near the parking area.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate visual lookout during taxi. Contributing factors were the dark night conditions, the unmarked light pole, and the lack of taxiway centerline markings at the parking area.
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This report is based on information received by the NTSB. Additional details may be found in the NTSB's public docket for this case. For further information, please contact the NTSB Office of Public Inquiries.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time21:07 CDT
Nearest AirportTupelo Regional (0nm)
Runway18
Runway Length6500 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 152
Tail NumberN94684
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDelta State University
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-235-N2C · Reciprocating · 108
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 19 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightNight
Wind100° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter30.09 inHg
Observation Time01:53
Weather SourceWFAC