1997-09-08: Cessna 402C — Hageland Aviation Services Inc — Buckland, AK

Casualties unknown • Buckland, AK, US

Probable cause

The failure of the pilot of the Cessna 402C, N2649Z, to maintain adequate clearance while taxiing alongside the stationary Cessna 208B, N1123R.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The Cessna 402C, N2649Z, and the Cessna 208B, N1123R, were both parked at the ramp area of a remote airport. Both airplanes had passengers on board, and both airplanes were preparing to depart on charter flights. The Cessna 402C was parked to the right, and slightly behind the Cessna 208B. The pilot of the Cessna 402C began a right turn out of the parking spot. During the turn, the tail of the airplane struck the right aileron of the Cessna 208B.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-09-08 Cessna 402C accident near Buckland, AK?

The Cessna 402C, N2649Z, and the Cessna 208B, N1123R, were both parked at the ramp area of a remote airport. Both airplanes had passengers on board, and both airplanes were preparing to depart on charter flights. The Cessna 402C was parked to the right, and slightly behind the Cessna 208B. The pilot of the Cessna…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-09-08 involved a Cessna 402C, registration N2649Z, operated by Hageland Aviation Services Inc, at Buckland, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the pilot of the Cessna 402C, N2649Z, to maintain adequate clearance while taxiing alongside the stationary Cessna 208B, N1123R.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X08769. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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