CESSNA 172
Punta Gorda, FL — April 4, 2016
Event Information
| Date | April 4, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA16CA186 |
| Event ID | 20160411X84306 |
| Location | Punta Gorda, FL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 26.91222, -81.99333 |
| Airport | PUNTA GORDA |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to avoid obstacles and maintain situational awareness while taxiing.
Full Narrative
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.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.