On August 12, 1985, a Beech A36 (registration N141BC) operated by Gary E. Hearl was involved in an aviation accident near Roanoke, VA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot removed a nose gear chock from an aircraft parked on an incline, causing it to roll forward before striking a sod bank and fence, then bursting into flames.
Incident Overview
A pilot had boarded two passengers and started the engines of an aircraft. When attempting to taxi, the pilot realized a wheel chock was still in place. Leaving the engines running, the pilot exited the aircraft and discovered the nose gear was chocked.
Sequence of Events
Upon removing the chock, the aircraft, which was parked on an incline, began to roll forward. While the pilot was attempting to reboard, the engine went to full power. The aircraft rolled several hundred feet before striking a sod bank and a chain link fence, then burst into flames.
Aftermath
The aircraft sustained fire damage. No further details about occupants or injuries are provided in the source.