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May 11, 2024 · Cessna 172S · N428DW
Chandler, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 11, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Chandler, AZ
Aircraft
Cessna 172S (2001)
Tail Number
N428DW
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR24LA320
The pilot reported that he taxied the airplane to take off, but experienced a radio issue and subsequently decided to taxi back to an area near a group of hangars to troubleshoot the radio. While taxiing, the pilot attempted a right turn towards an opening between two hangars. The airplane’s wings struck each hangar on both sides of the airplane and sustained substantial damage. The operator reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Residence/building-Effect on equipment
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he taxied the airplane to take off, but experienced a radio issue and subsequently decided to taxi back to an area near a group of hangars to troubleshoot the radio. While taxiing, the pilot attempted a right turn towards an opening between two hangars. The airplane’s wings struck each hangar on both sides of the airplane and sustained substantial damage. The operator reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time07:35 MST
Nearest AirportChandler Muni (0nm W)
Runway04L/
Runway Length4401 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172S
Tail NumberN428DW
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-L2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 51 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind20° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point10 F / 25 F
Altimeter29.73 inHg
Observation Time16:47
Weather SourceWFAC