Incident Description
A Cessna aircraft was stationary in the run-up area for runway 11L, with an approximate heading of 240 degrees. The Cessna had just completed an engine run-up, and the student pilot was conducting an instrument scan. The flight instructor looked up momentarily and observed a Maule aircraft heading directly toward the nose of the Cessna.
Pilot Statements
The airline transport pilot aboard the Maule reported that despite performing S-turns, he did not see the Cessna before the impact occurred.
Collision Sequence
During the collision, the right wing of the Maule passed under the left wing of the Cessna. The Maule's propeller blade penetrated the windscreen on the left side of the Cessna. Additionally, the propellers of both airplanes struck each other during the incident.
Damage Assessment
Both airplanes sustained substantial damage as a result of the collision.