Taxiing Aircraft Collides with Stationary Airplane's Propeller

Accident Details

The pilot of the moving airplane reported that after leaving a covered parking spot, he began a slow taxi toward the main taxiway. During the taxi, he observed a stationary airplane positioned in front and to his left. The stationary airplane's propeller was spinning. The pilot attempted to make eye contact with the person in the other aircraft but was unsuccessful. Based on the stationary airplane's position, the pilot assumed he could clear the spinning propeller by staying to the right of the yellow line.

Collision and Damage

As the moving aircraft was passing the other airplane, the pilot heard a loud noise. The left wing of the taxiing airplane collided with the propeller of the stationary airplane. The moving aircraft sustained substantial damage to its left wing. The stationary airplane's propeller sustained minor damage.

Additional Information

The pilot reported no mechanical issues or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. The stationary airplane was undergoing a post-maintenance equipment test with no intent for flight.