Casualties unknown

Taxiway Collision Between Two Aircraft at Unspecified Airport (N9646H)

Bethany, OK, US

On August 30, 1984, a Cessna 172M (registration N9646H) operated by Ollis B Harrison was involved in an aviation accident near Bethany, OK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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

Two aircraft collided on a taxiway when the pilot of N1PN, performing S-turns, struck the rear of N9646H. The collision involved the propeller of one aircraft contacting the empennage of the other.

Incident Overview

A taxiway collision occurred between two aircraft, N9646H and N1PN, under unclear circumstances. According to the pilot of N9646H, their aircraft was taxiing under the direction of ground control when it was struck from behind by N1PN.

The pilot of N1PN reported having been cleared to taxi and did not see any other aircraft upon entering the taxiway. Seated in the rear seat of the tandem-seat aircraft, the pilot was performing S-turns to maintain visual clearance. The wing of N9646H was seen almost simultaneously with the collision.

Sequence of Events

Initial contact occurred between the propeller of the overtaking aircraft and the empennage of the leading aircraft. No further details on the extent of damage or injuries were provided in the source.

Investigation

The incident is under investigation, but no probable cause has been stated in the source. The report focuses on the differing accounts of the pilots involved.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Aug 1984 Cessna 172M accident near Bethany, OK?

Two aircraft collided on a taxiway when the pilot of N1PN, performing S-turns, struck the rear of N9646H. The collision involved the propeller of one aircraft contacting the empennage of the other.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Aug 1984 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N9646H, operated by Ollis B Harrison, at Bethany, OK.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40737. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.