Aquila A210 collision with temporary structure during taxi at Hausen am Albis

Casualties unknown • Hausen am Albis Flugplatz LSZN, ZH, CH

An Aquila A210 aircraft sustained damage to its right wing after striking a temporary construction profile while taxiing at Hausen am Albis.

What happened

On March 10, 2014, at approximately 11:30 local time, an Aquila A210 (registration HB-SFU) was being prepared for a local flight at the Hausen am Albis airfield. Following standard taxi procedures, the pilot began moving the aircraft from the hangar apron toward the taxiway for runway 27.

While navigating a left-hand turn after passing the airfield's refueling station, the aircraft's right wing made contact with a temporary construction profile located on the ground. The impact resulted in significant injuries to a passenger on board, though no third parties were involved in the incident.

The investigation

The investigation was conducted as a summary report based on available statements. Investigators focused on the aircraft's path of travel and the presence of the obstacle during the taxi phase. The examination confirmed that the aircraft was operating under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) for private purposes at the time of the event.

Probable cause

The aircraft's right wing collided with a temporary construction profile while the pilot was executing a left turn during taxi operations.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2014-03-10 AQUILA TECHNISCHE ENTWICKLUNGEN GMBH AT01 accident near Hausen am Albis Flugplatz LSZN, ZH, CH?

An Aquila A210 aircraft sustained damage to its right wing after striking a temporary construction profile while taxiing at Hausen am Albis.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2014-03-10 involved a AQUILA TECHNISCHE ENTWICKLUNGEN GMBH AT01, registration HB-SFU, at Hausen am Albis Flugplatz LSZN, ZH, CH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft's right wing collided with a temporary construction profile while the pilot was executing a left turn during taxi operations.

Investigation report by the Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (STSB / SUST). Original record: https://www.sust.admin.ch/inhalte/AV-berichte/HB-SFU.pdf. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (STSB), Switzerland.

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