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October 13, 2022 · Beech B-60 · N2889W
Ardmore, OK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 13, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Ardmore, OK
Aircraft
Beech B-60 (1973)
Tail Number
N2889W
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN23LA015
The pilot reported while taxiing at an uncontrolled airport, he observed that a construction crew was working on both sides of the taxiway. Approaching the construction area, the pilot turned right to avoid a skid loader that was in motion on the left side of the taxiway. The airplane struck a pickup truck on the right side of the taxiway, in which the which the right wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Operating environment-Airport facilities/design-Taxiway condition-Decision related to condition
Full Narrative
The pilot reported while taxiing at an uncontrolled airport, he observed that a construction crew was working on both sides of the taxiway. Approaching the construction area, the pilot turned right to avoid a skid loader that was in motion on the left side of the taxiway. The airplane struck a pickup truck on the right side of the taxiway, in which the which the right wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 CDT
Nearest AirportArdmore Downtown Executive Air (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBeech B-60
Tail NumberN2889W
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-540/C12 · Reciprocating · 380
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 85 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind30° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point27 F
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time14:55
Weather SourceWFAC