History of the Flight
On 13 November 2011 at 1200 hrs, a ground collision occurred on a taxiway at Popham Airfield, Hampshire, involving two aircraft: a Zlin Z.526F Trener Master, registration G-PCDP, and an Ikarus C42 FB80, registration G-CDVI.
G-CDVI had just landed on Runway 08 and began a 180° left turn onto the parallel taxiway. The pilot of G-CDVI reported observing G-PCDP stationary on its parking position to the north of the taxiway with its propeller turning. He stated that G-PCDP was still stationary as he completed the turn onto the taxiway before losing it from view.
The pilot of G-PCDP taxied his aircraft from its parking position to join the taxiway, located several metres in front of the aircraft. He stated that he noticed G-CDVI converging from the left but continued to taxi ahead, expecting the other aircraft to give way. He also stated that the forward view from the cockpit was limited and that on the day his view was further impaired by the relative position of the sun. As he turned right to join the taxiway, the pilot saw G-CDVI almost directly in front of him. Unable to stop in time, the propeller of G-PCDP struck the right wing of G-CDVI. G-PCDP then yawed to the right and its left wing struck the tail of the other aircraft.
Aircraft Information
- G-PCDP: Zlin Z.526F Trener Master, manufactured 1971, powered by one Walter M137A piston engine. It was engaged in a private flight with one crew and no passengers.
- G-CDVI: Ikarus C42 FB80, manufactured 2006, powered by one Rotax 912-UL piston engine. It was engaged in a private flight with one crew and one passenger.
Commander Information
G-PCDP pilot: Age 60, held a Private Pilot’s Licence with 760 hours total flying experience, of which 397 were on type. Last 90 days: 15 hours; last 28 days: 1 hour.
G-CDVI pilot: Age 59, held a National Private Pilot’s Licence with 195 hours total flying experience, all on type. Last 90 days: 12 hours; last 28 days: 4 hours.
Damage
- G-PCDP sustained damage to its propeller and left wing.
- G-CDVI sustained damage to its right wing and tail.
No injuries were reported to any crew or passengers.