Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot in command's failure to maintain visual outlook during taxiing.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
While taxing from landing the pilot diverted his attention to adjust the altimeter and the right wing of the aircraft struck a parked truck.
Source record
Factual narrative
On November 23, 1994, about 1010 eastern standard time, a Cessna 172M, N1385U, registered to and operated by the Crystal Aero Group, Inc., collided with a vehicle at the Crystal River Airport, Crystal River, Florida, while on a 14 CFR Part 91 personal flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time and no flight plan was filed for the local flight. The airplane was substantially damaged and the private-rated pilot, the sole occupant, was not injured. The flight originated about 0930 from the Crystal River Airport. The pilot stated that while taxiing after landing he diverted his attention to reset the altimeter. As he did this the right wing of the aircraft struck a parked truck. -