Casualties unknown

Ground Collision Between Two Aircraft After Night Cross-Country Flight (N23ER)

Ormond Beach, FL, US

On April 2, 1982, a Cessna 172 (registration N23ER) operated by Embry-riddle Aeronautical Univ was involved in an aviation accident near Ormond Beach, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After landing during a night cross-country flight, the pilot of N23ER taxied behind N129ER, stopped to study an airport diagram, and subsequently collided with the tail of N129ER before stopping.

Incident Overview

During a night cross-country flight involving six aircraft, one aircraft landed and taxied back to the approach end of the runway for another takeoff. Another aircraft, N23ER, also landed and taxied behind it.

Sequence of Events

Upon reaching the approach end, N129ER was parked awaiting takeoff sequence. The pilot of N23ER stopped approximately 30 yards behind N129ER and set the brakes. While studying an airport diagram that was lying on the opposite seat, N23ER collided with the tail of N129ER before the pilot could stop the aircraft.

Aircraft Information

The two aircraft involved were N129ER and N23ER. Both were part of the same night cross-country flight operation. No further details about the aircraft type or registration are specified in the source.

Aftermath

The collision occurred between the two aircraft on the ground. The source does not provide information about damage, injuries, or further actions taken.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Apr 1982 Cessna 172 accident near Ormond Beach, FL?

After landing during a night cross-country flight, the pilot of N23ER taxied behind N129ER, stopped to study an airport diagram, and subsequently collided with the tail of N129ER before stopping.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Apr 1982 involved a Cessna 172, registration N23ER, operated by Embry-riddle Aeronautical Univ, at Ormond Beach, FL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X02383. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.