Accident Details
Date
Monday, April 4, 2016
NTSB Number
GAA16CA186
Location
Punta Gorda, FL
Event ID
20160411X84306
Coordinates
26.912221, -81.993331
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to avoid obstacles and maintain situational awareness while taxiing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
CAREER FLIGHT TRAINING AND AIRCRAFT RENTAL LLC
Address
14522 LANIER CT
City
NAPLES
State / Zip Code
FL 34114-8674
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during taxi through a high traffic density ramp area, the left wing impacted a light pole, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing.
According to the pilot there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# GAA16CA186