On November 19, 2004, a Cessna 172S (registration N2120M) operated by King Aviation Mansfield was involved in an aviation accident near Mansfield, MA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper decision to taxi on a closed taxiway, and his misjudgment of obstacle clearance. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot, who had not flown for about 30 days, struck a construction vehicle with the left wing while taxiing around barricades on a closed taxiway area.
Incident Overview
A student pilot, who had not flown for approximately 30 days, was taxiing the airplane to the runway for takeoff. During the taxi, the pilot encountered barricades blocking an area of the taxiway that was closed for construction. The pilot decided to taxi around the barricades.
Collision Sequence
While maneuvering around the barricades, the left wing of the airplane struck a construction vehicle that was parked on the left side of the taxiway. The impact caused the airplane to pivot left, and it subsequently impacted the right side of the vehicle.
Aftermath
The airplane sustained damage from the collision. No other details have been released regarding injuries or the extent of damage to the vehicle.
What happened in the 19 Nov 2004 Cessna 172S accident near Mansfield, MA?
A student pilot, who had not flown for about 30 days, struck a construction vehicle with the left wing while taxiing around barricades on a closed taxiway area.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Nov 2004 Cessna 172S accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Nov 2004 involved a Cessna 172S, registration N2120M, operated by King Aviation Mansfield, at Mansfield, MA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper decision to taxi on a closed taxiway, and his misjudgment of obstacle clearance.
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