On June 10, 1995, a Cessna 172 (registration N73785) operated by Donaldson Air Services was involved in an aviation accident near Peachtree City, GA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot misjudged the clearance between his airplane and the Gulfstream IV while maneuvering on the parking ramp. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
While maneuvering on the parking ramp at Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Georgia, the right wing of a Cessna 172 struck the radome of a parked Gulfstream IV. The pilot reported misjudging clearance while following directions from a person on the ramp.
Incident Overview
A collision occurred on the parking ramp at Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Georgia, involving a Cessna 172 and a Gulfstream IV. The Cessna 172's right wing made contact with the radome of the parked Gulfstream IV.
Pilot Statement
The pilot of the Cessna 172 stated that he was watching the directions of an individual on the ramp and misjudged the clearance between his airplane and the Gulfstream IV. While executing a sharp right turn, the aircraft collided with the stationary Gulfstream.
Mechanical Status
The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the Cessna 172 prior to the incident.
Location and Circumstances
The event took place on the parking ramp at Falcon Field. The Gulfstream IV was parked at the time of the collision.
Probable cause
The pilot misjudged the clearance between his airplane and the Gulfstream IV while maneuvering on the parking ramp.
What happened in the 10 Jun 1995 Cessna 172 accident near Peachtree City, GA?
While maneuvering on the parking ramp at Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Georgia, the right wing of a Cessna 172 struck the radome of a parked Gulfstream IV. The pilot reported misjudging clearance while following directions from a person on the ramp.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Jun 1995 Cessna 172 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Jun 1995 involved a Cessna 172, registration N73785, operated by Donaldson Air Services, at Peachtree City, GA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot misjudged the clearance between his airplane and the Gulfstream IV while maneuvering on the parking ramp.
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