What happened
On May 10, 1967, a Piper PA-28-180, registered as HB-OLI, was involved in an incident at Geneva Airport. While the aircraft was taxiing in darkness, it veered off the designated taxiway. During this excursion, the propeller made contact with the concrete surface of the airfield.
The investigation
An investigation into the event established that the incident occurred during low-visibility conditions at night. The inquiry focused on the movement of the aircraft during the ground phase and the subsequent impact between the propeller and the pavement. No injuries were reported following the event.
Findings
- The primary cause of the incident was the aircraft veering off the taxiway during ground operations.
- The incident took place in darkness, which contributed to the loss of directional control on the taxiway.
- The contact between the propeller and the concrete resulted in damage to the Piper PA-28-180.