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Cessna 206 Wing Strikes Parked Cessna 310 Propeller (N734LN)

Frederick, MD, US

On June 23, 1991, a Cessna 206 (registration N734LN) operated by John D. O'leary was involved in an aviation accident near Frederick, MD. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT MISJUDGED AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE CLEARANCE WITH A PARKED AIRCRAFT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-22Data APIEditorial standards

A Cessna 206 sustained significant wing damage after its right wing struck the operating propeller of a parked Cessna 310 during taxi operations.

What happened

The pilot of a Cessna 206 was maneuvering on the ground with the intention of passing in front of another aircraft, identified as a Cessna 310, which was stationary off the side of the taxiway. The Cessna 310 was positioned perpendicular to the taxiway path, with its engines running and its nose partially encroaching onto the paved surface.

As the Cessna 206 attempted to navigate past the stationary aircraft, its right wing made contact with the left propeller of the Cessna 310. The impact resulted in the severing of a section of the Cessna 206's wing structure.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Jun 1991 Cessna 206 accident near Frederick, MD?

A Cessna 206 sustained significant wing damage after its right wing struck the operating propeller of a parked Cessna 310 during taxi operations.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Jun 1991 involved a Cessna 206, registration N734LN, operated by John D. O'leary, at Frederick, MD.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT MISJUDGED AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE CLEARANCE WITH A PARKED AIRCRAFT.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X17181. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.