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N12DF accident description

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Crash location 34.575278°N, 117.186111°W
Nearest city Apple Valley, CA
34.500831°N, 117.185876°W
5.1 miles away
Tail number N12DF
Accident date 08 Aug 2014
Aircraft type Aeronca 7AC
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot reported, prior to starting the engine in preparation for flight, he verified the throttle position and chocked the right main landing gear by using his foot. After the pilot started the engine via hand turning the propeller, the engine immediately went to a high RPM. The pilot attempted to hang onto the airplane in order to regain control and decrease the throttle, however, he was unsuccessful. The unoccupied airplane then struck a parked helicopter and a fuel station kiosk before coming to a stop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and fuselage. The pilot reported no preimpact malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation..

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to adequately secure the airplane while hand-starting the engine.

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