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N26AE accident description

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Crash location 37.333334°N, 121.819167°W
Nearest city San Jose, CA
37.339386°N, 121.894955°W
4.2 miles away
Tail number N26AE
Accident date 08 Jul 2017
Aircraft type SIAI-MARCHETTI SF.260B
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot of the Cessna reported that, as he taxied into the runup area between another Cessna and a Siai-Marchetti, his right wing impacted the rudder of the Siai-Marchetti.

The Siai-Marchetti sustained substantial damage to the rudder. The Cessna sustained minor damage to the right wing.

Both pilot's reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with their respective airplane's that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain separation from another airplane in the run-up area while taxiing.

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