CESSNA 152
Ephrata, WA — July 23, 2010
Event Information
| Date | July 23, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR10CA367 |
| Event ID | 20100726X85451 |
| Location | Ephrata, WA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 47.30472, -119.51667 |
| Airport | Ephrata Municipal Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 152 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAWN |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fire hydrant while taxiing to the runway.
Full Narrative
In a written statement, the certificated flight instructor (CFI) reported that he was taxiing the airplane to the active runway. As he came around a hangar, he noted the sun was extremely bright, as it was cresting on the horizon. The CFI taxied the airplane into a fire hydrant; the right horizontal stabilizer was damaged as a result of the impact.
The CFI reported that there were no pre impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane.
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.