| Crash location | 39.942777°N, 74.845833°W |
| Nearest city | Mount Holly, NJ
40.008445°N, 74.791274°W 5.4 miles away |
| Tail number | N6319Z |
|---|---|
| Accident date | 17 Sep 2006 |
| Aircraft type | Piper PA-25-180 |
| Additional details: | None |
According to the pilot, after loading his equipment bag in the front of the Piper PA-25-180, he pressed on each wing lift strut to verify that the brakes were set and then attempted to hand start the engine. He was able to start the engine, however; it "immediately came to full power." He then attempted to reach the cockpit, but was unable. The airplane moved forward, and struck a parked airplane. Both airplanes were substantially damaged. The pilot believed that when he placed his bag in the airplane, it may have "pushed the throttle forward." According to FAA publication FAA-P-8740-20, "No one should attempt to start an aircraft engine without a qualified person at the cockpit controls."
The pilot's improper starting procedure, which resulted in an uncontrolled taxi, and collision with a parked airplane.