Commercial Pilot Strikes Van and Container During Night Taxi

Accident Overview

During a night taxi from a parking area to runway 30 for takeoff, a commercial pilot inadvertently departed the designated taxiway and entered onto a service road. While attempting to re-enter the taxiway from the service road, the airplane's left wing tip struck a parked van. The airplane then pivoted around and subsequently struck a storage container.

Damage and Mechanical Condition

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing as a result of the impact with the van and the storage container. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions prior to the accident.

Operational Circumstances

The incident occurred during nighttime taxi operations. The aircraft was being maneuvered from a parking area to the departure runway at the time of the event.