On 15 May 2014, a CESSNA 208B B operated by RAVN Alaska DBA Ravn Connect was involved in an aviation accident near Aniak, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot misjudged the distance from the horizontal stabilizer to a parked forklift. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During taxi, a pilot misjudged clearance between the horizontal stabilizer and a parked forklift, resulting in substantial damage. No mechanical issues were reported.
Incident Overview
After unloading the aircraft, the pilot conducted a walk-around inspection and then started the engine. While taxiing for takeoff, the pilot misjudged the distance between the horizontal stabilizer and a forklift that was parked near the cargo door. The stabilizer struck the forklift, sustaining substantial damage.
Operator Statement
The operator stated that there were no mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The incident was attributed solely to the pilot's misjudgment during taxi.
Damage Assessment
The collision caused substantial damage to the horizontal stabilizer. No other damage or injuries were reported in the source material.
Probable cause
The pilot misjudged the distance from the horizontal stabilizer to a parked forklift.
Contributing factors
Causes
Pilot
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