Aircraft: Cessna 182. Injuries: None. Location: Meeker, Colo. Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to taxi to the runway. The airplane began to move left faster than the pilot wanted it to, so he attempted to apply right rudder, but the airplane did not respond. He then applied the right wheel brake, but the airplane did not stop. The airplane went into a snow bank on the edge of the airport parking ramp.
The pilot later told investigators that he probably did not have his seat positioned far enough forward for his legs to activate either the rudder pedals or the brake pedals to their full extent.
Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control while taxiing due to his improper seat position.
NTSB Identification: CEN11CA170
Wow! I hope he does not drive his car with his toes just touching the pedals
I can’t believe anyone would use such a flimsey excuse…..and, if true, he should be required to take remedial training……