Overview
This incident occurred during ground operations after the pilot had started the engine for an intended flight. While in the cockpit, the pilot inadvertently dropped his flight charts and checklist onto the floor. The subsequent actions led to a collision with a stationary aircraft.
Sequence of Events
After starting the engine, the pilot's attention was occupied when his flight charts and checklist fell to the floor. He reached down to pick them up. During this time, the aircraft began to roll forward. The pilot did not notice this movement. When he eventually became aware that the aircraft was moving, he took corrective action. However, his response was improper: he applied the brakes and advanced the throttle, rather than retarding the throttle. Before he could correct this error, the aircraft struck a parked aircraft.
Pilot's Account
The pilot stated that his failure to notice the aircraft rolling was due to his focus on retrieving the dropped items. He further reported that his subsequent control inputs—braking and throttle advancement—were the opposite of what was needed. The pilot indicated that the collision occurred before any effective corrective measures could be implemented.
Outcome
The aircraft collided with a parked aircraft. No information regarding damage to either aircraft, injuries to occupants, or the specific aircraft types involved is available from the source.