Accident Details
A skydiving transport flight carried three observers along with the aircrew and other passengers. Prior to the flight, all three observers were briefed to remain in the aircraft until the engines were secured. However, one observer discussed the need to move a Cessna 172 after the flight.
Sequence of Events
After the flight returned, the aircraft was stopped on the ramp. While the engines were still running, the observer who wanted to move the Cessna 172 exited the aircraft. Unbeknown to him and the pilot, the other two observers also exited. One of them walked into the arc of the left propeller and received a fatal head injury.
Background
The flight was intended to transport skydivers aloft. The three observers were among the occupants. The briefing specifically prohibited exiting until engines were secured. The accident occurred on the ramp after the flight.