Incident Overview
A Cessna 172RG collided with a parked Beech C90 (King Air) during taxi operations. The Cessna pilot initiated taxi around the stationary King Air, which had its engines running while the pilot obtained ATIS information and awaited clearance. As the Cessna approached from the rear and attempted to pass on the right, the pilot realized the left wing would not clear the King Air's right wing. Despite applying right rudder, right brake, and then both brakes, the collision could not be avoided.
Sequence of Events
The Cessna pilot stated that after recognizing the insufficient clearance, he applied corrective inputs but was unable to prevent contact. The wing tips collided, causing the Cessna to pivot further left, resulting in its propeller striking the King Air's wing.
Investigation Findings
The investigation did not disclose evidence of mechanical malfunction of the Cessna's brakes. No other contributing factors were identified in the source material.