Casualties unknown

1984-11-06: Piper PA-34-200T (N47347) — Denver, CO

Denver, CO, US

On November 6, 1984, a Piper PA-34-200T (registration N47347) was involved in an aviation accident near Denver, CO. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A Piper Seneca taxiing to park had to brake when a small truck approached from the right. The truck driver, who saw only an airliner 200 yards away, proceeded across the taxiway. A second truck driver saw the Seneca's lights on.

Incident Overview

According to the pilot, the aircraft was taxiing to park when a small truck was seen approaching from the right about 50 feet away. After realizing that the vehicle driver did not see the aircraft, the pilot reduced power to idle and applied the brakes.

Driver Statements

The truck driver stated that he stopped prior to crossing the taxiway and saw only an airliner approximately 200 yards away, and proceeded across. The driver of a second truck recalled seeing the Seneca with its taxi and navigation lights on.

Sequence of Events

The pilot's account indicates that the truck approached from the right at a distance of about 50 feet. The pilot took evasive action by reducing power and braking. The truck driver's statement suggests that he did not notice the smaller aircraft, focusing instead on an airliner farther down the taxiway. The second truck driver's observation confirms that the Seneca's lights were illuminated, indicating the aircraft was visible.

No collision was reported, and no damage or injuries are mentioned in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X41555. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.