Accident Details
A student pilot reported that while hand-propping the engine, the engine started at full power. The airplane subsequently jumped over the wheel chocks and began moving in circles. In an effort to stop the airplane, an airport vehicle was driven into the airplane's tail. The collision resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage.
Aircraft Information
The student pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The specific aircraft type, registration, and other details were not provided.
Pilot Statement
The student pilot recommended that better control of the throttle could have prevented the accident.