Accident Overview
On 28 June 2014 at 13:20 local time, a parking maneuver at Ecuvillens Aerodrome (LSGE) resulted in a collision between two aircraft. The wing of a Piper PA-28-181 (registration HB-PMR) struck the rudder of a stationary Reims/Cessna F172P (registration HB-CHW). The pilot of HB-PMR, the sole occupant, was uninjured or sustained only minor injuries. No other persons were involved.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
HB-PMR, a PA-28-181, was operated by Air-Fribourg Services SA of Ecuvillens. Its owner was also Air-Fribourg Services SA. HB-CHW, an F172P, was operated and owned by Aéro Club de Genève Groupe Vol à Moteur. The pilot of HB-PMR was a Swiss citizen born in 1969, holding a private pilot license (PPL(A)). He had accumulated a total flight time of 160 hours and 44 minutes, with 20 hours on type. In the preceding 90 days, he had flown 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Narrative of Events
During the parking procedure, the wing of the PA-28-181 came into contact with the rudder of the F172P, which was parked. The sequence of the maneuver was not further detailed in the available statements.
Damage
The rudder of HB-CHW was damaged. No other damage to aircraft or property was reported.