Incident Description
Two aircraft collided on a ramp while each was taxiing to Runway 8L for takeoff. Both aircraft had been authorized by air traffic control to taxi to the runway; the Cessna was instructed by ATC to follow the Beechcraft. The two aircraft were heading in the same general direction on converging paths when they collided. The right-rear side of the Cessna fuselage struck the left wing tip of the Beechcraft.
Damage and Configuration
Examination of the impact damage indicated that the Cessna was overtaking the Beechcraft at the time of the collision. The Cessna was configured for cargo-carrying and had no windows installed aft of the cockpit.
Pilot Reports
The Beechcraft pilot reported seeing the Cessna overtaking him at a high rate of speed moments before the collision. The Cessna pilot reported that he never saw the Beechcraft prior to impact.