Accident Details
Date
Saturday, March 8, 2008
NTSB Number
NYC08CA127
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Event ID
20080603X00781
Coordinates
38.142223, -78.454719
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's improper engine starting procedures.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
CHAGRES FLIGHT TRAINING LLC
Address
5901J WYOMING BLVD NE PMB 255
City
ALBUQUERQUE
State / Zip Code
NM 87109-3866
Country
United States
Analysis
According to the pilot, he attempted to start the engine of the Cessna 172, but was unsuccessful, so he decided to "hand-prop" the engine. As he rotated the propeller from right to left, the engine started, and the airplane began to roll forward. The airplane continued across the airport ramp and impacted two other airplanes before it came to a stop. The accident airplane received substantial damage to its fuselage, and both parked airplanes were also substantially damaged.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# NYC08CA127