Incident Overview
A pilot who had just purchased an aircraft was involved in a collision with a hangar during what was described as the first time he had taxied the aircraft from the left seat. The incident occurred while the pilot was moving the aircraft from the parking ramp.
Sequence of Events
The pilot taxied the aircraft up a slight grade and across a taxiway. According to the pilot's report, when he 'looked up', he observed that the aircraft was heading toward a hangar. Attempting to quickly turn the aircraft, the pilot was unable to avoid a collision with the hangar.
Post-Collision Examination
An examination of the brakes following the collision revealed that they were capable of working at that time.
Investigation Findings
The investigation did not assign a probable cause for the incident. The report noted the pilot's recent purchase of the aircraft and the unfamiliarity with taxiing from the left seat, but no further analysis or conclusions were drawn.