Incident Details
On 11 June 2021 at 1100Z, a Cessna 152 aircraft, registration ZS-PLU, was taxiing towards the holding point of Runway 36 at Kagga Kamma private airstrip in the Western Cape Province, South Africa. The pilot intended to conduct a private flight under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) by day to Robertson Airfield (FARS). No flight plan was filed.
While taxiing, the aircraft's propeller struck a large stone that had been used as an aircraft chock on the parking area. The pilot then shut down the engine and pushed the aircraft back to the parking bay.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
The aircraft, a Cessna C152, had accumulated 11,145.2 total flight hours. The pilot held a Private Pilot Licence, valid at the time, with 91 total flying hours on type and 91 total flying hours. The pilot was 63 years old and male. One passenger was on board.
Damage and Injuries
The aircraft sustained minor damage to the propeller. There were no reported injuries to the pilot, passenger, or persons on the ground.
Probable Cause
The probable cause, as stated in the investigation report, was that "The pilot used a large stone as a chock and failed to remove it before commencing his flight."