Accident Details
Date
Saturday, July 8, 2017
NTSB Number
GAA17CA395
Location
San Jose, CA
Event ID
20170708X13840
Coordinates
37.333332, -121.819168
Aircraft Damage
MINR
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
7
Total Aboard
7
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain separation from another airplane in the run-up area while taxiing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SKY WEST AVIATION INC TRUSTEE
Address
2523 STIEGLITZ AVE SE
City
ALBUQUERQUE
State / Zip Code
NM 87106-9605
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the Cessna reported that, as he taxied into the runup area between another Cessna and a Siai-Marchetti, his right wing impacted the rudder of the Siai-Marchetti.
The Siai-Marchetti sustained substantial damage to the rudder. The Cessna sustained minor damage to the right wing.
Both pilot's reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with their respective airplane's 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# GAA17CA395