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January 6, 2017 · Cessna 175 B · N8148T
Lakeport, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 6, 2017
Location
Lakeport, CA
Aircraft
Cessna 175 B (1960)
Tail Number
N8148T
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA119
The pilot reported that he attempted to start the airplane but that "the starter did not engage the flywheel." He affirmed that he turned off the master switch and exited the airplane. He reported that he was alone when he pulled the propeller through, and the airplane started. The unoccupied airplane rolled across the tarmac and collided with the empennage of a parked airplane. Substantial damage was sustained to the left wing spar. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to secure the airplane before pulling the propeller through, which resulted in the airplane rolling and subsequently colliding with a parked airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he attempted to start the airplane but "the starter did not engage the flywheel." He affirmed that he turned off the master switch and exited the airplane. He reported that he was alone when he pulled the propeller through and the airplane started. The unoccupied airplane rolled across the tarmac and collided with the empennage of a parked airplane. Substantial damage was sustained to the left wing spar. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 PST
Nearest AirportLampson Field (0nm WSW)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 175 B
Tail NumberN8148T
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A1A · Reciprocating · 175
Seats4
People & Injuries
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total0
Crew 1Age 73 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 6000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point45 C / 34 C
Altimeter30.03 inHg
Observation Time22:56
Weather SourceWFAC