Incident Overview
A pilot elected to land in a clear, flat, open desert area that was used by campers to ride motorcycles and off-road vehicles. On the date of the landing, numerous campsites and off-road vehicles were present in the area. Nearly two hours after landing, the pilot initiated a takeoff on a southerly heading from an open area approximately 5,000 feet long and 500 feet wide.
Collision Sequence
As the aircraft was on its takeoff roll, a person on a motorcycle came across the open area on a southeasterly heading. According to reports, the motorcyclist was looking to the south, away from the approaching aircraft. Additionally, the pilot and passenger did not see the motorcycle until it was too late to avoid a collision. The right wing of the aircraft contacted the motorcyclist, resulting in serious injury to the cyclist.
Aftermath
The collision caused injury to the motorcyclist, but no further details about injuries to the aircraft occupants or damage to the aircraft were provided. The incident occurred in a desert area used for recreational off-road vehicle activity.