Incident Overview
A collision occurred between a Cessna and a Piper at an uncontrolled airport that had a Flight Service Station (FSS) on the field. The accident took place when the Cessna, after holding short of the active runway, began its takeoff roll while the Piper, which had just landed, was starting to rotate for another departure.
Communications
According to the FSS frequency transcription, the Cessna called for takeoff clearance while at the hold short line. The FSS personnel asked if an airport advisory was needed, and the Cessna occupant responded "no." The FSS personnel then stated, "...advise when airborne." The Cessna occupant subsequently broadcasted that he was "...taking the active."
The last transmission from the Piper, as recorded in the FSS transcription, indicated that it was on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern and inbound for a touch-and-go landing. The Piper pilot stated that he did not hear the Cessna pilot's last broadcast and did not see the Cessna until it was too late for evasive action.
Collision Sequence
The Cessna was in a right turn near the centerline of the runway when it collided with the Piper. The Piper's propeller blades impacted the aft outboard section of the Cessna's left wing. At the time of the accident, the Piper had landed and was beginning to rotate for takeoff.
Both occupants of the Cessna were pilots. It was not determined where they were seated or who was controlling the airplane at the time of the accident.
Investigation
The investigation did not establish a probable cause for the collision. The sequence of events was derived from the FSS frequency transcription and statements from the Piper pilot.