Reims Cessna FR172H, G-RABA, 18 July 2010

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
18 July 2010
Aircraft type:
Reims Cessna FR172H
Location:
Compton Abbas Airfield, Dorset
Registration:
G-RABA

Reims Cessna FR172H, G-RABA

Summary:

After refuelling, the pilot started the engine with the intention of taxiing the aircraft to the parking area. Upon starting, the engine went to high power, and the aircraft began to move rapidly forward and collided with a hangar before the pilot could intervene. The pilot was uninjured and was able to vacate the aircraft via the normal exit.

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