Maule M-5-235C Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 68 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

68

All Events

43

Incidents

9

Minor

4

Serious

12

Fatal (22 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jan 01, 2026 Jay Em, WY N56500 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 04, 2023 Palmer, AK N5644W Incident substantial
The pilot's delayed decision to execute a go-around maneuver while landing with excess airspeed into a short strip, which resulted in a runway overrun…

The pilot's delayed decision to execute a go-around maneuver while landing with excess airspeed into a short strip, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent loss of control.

Jul 20, 2022 Three Forks, MT N6224M Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to degraded and incorrectly maintained ignition system components. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s delay in tu…

A loss of engine power due to degraded and incorrectly maintained ignition system components. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s delay in turning the airplane towards the runway when the engine began to lose power.

May 29, 2021 Stanley, ID N9254E Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in weather conditions conducive to carburetor icing, resulting in a partial loss of engine power and a forc…

The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in weather conditions conducive to carburetor icing, resulting in a partial loss of engine power and a forced landing during which the airplane struck an object and nosed over.

Feb 14, 2010 La Porte, TX N56347 Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Feb 06, 2010 Kelton, UT N9227E Incident substantial The non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to take off and fly into marginal weather conditions.
Jun 25, 2009 Dixie, ID N725V Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while landing.
Jun 12, 2009 Wasilla, AK N407X Incident substantial The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area with an unfavorable wind.
May 09, 2008 Oljato, UT N9030E Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to achieve a normal touchdown location and loss of directional control during landing roll out. Contributing to the accident were …

The pilot's failure to achieve a normal touchdown location and loss of directional control during landing roll out. Contributing to the accident were the runway's soft surface and short length.

Apr 12, 2008 Monroe, WA N9277E Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.
Jun 28, 2003 Moses Lake, WA N8070 Incident substantial
An improper flare which resulted in a bounced landing during landing. The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and soft terrain were factors …

An improper flare which resulted in a bounced landing during landing. The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and soft terrain were factors which eventually led to the aircraft nosing over.

Mar 27, 2003 Jay, FL N366X Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to perform a go-around after bouncing following touchdown, resulting in the airplane nosing over during the landing roll.
Jan 13, 2002 Grand Junction, CO N382X Incident substantial
the failure of the tail wheel left steering cable. A contributing factor was the pilot's loss of aircraft control (not possible) and the subsequent i…

the failure of the tail wheel left steering cable. A contributing factor was the pilot's loss of aircraft control (not possible) and the subsequent inadvertent ground loop.

May 25, 2001 West Jordan, UT N9181E Incident substantial
the pilot inadvertently flaring the airplane too high above the ground, resulting in a hard landing that sheared a bolt in the tail wheel assembly. Th…

the pilot inadvertently flaring the airplane too high above the ground, resulting in a hard landing that sheared a bolt in the tail wheel assembly. This rendered directional control impossible and induced an uncontrolled ground loop. A contributing factor was the crosswind.

Oct 21, 1999 LAUREL, MT N6147M Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors include a dust devil/whirlwind at the location where the pilot was trying to land.
Nov 28, 1998 INYOKERN, CA N5636M Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft while landing.
May 15, 1996 AKRON, CO N9194E Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
Apr 14, 1996 LAKE HAVASU CTY, AZ N9177E Incident substantial
the pilot-owner's inadequate engine maintenance which resulted in a progressive ignition failure. Factors which contributed to the accident were the …

the pilot-owner's inadequate engine maintenance which resulted in a progressive ignition failure. Factors which contributed to the accident were the dark nighttime light condition and the presence of hidden obstructions in the forced landing area.

Mar 16, 1996 SUNRIVER, OR N563UC Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout. A factor contributing to the accident was the presence of a tree near…

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout. A factor contributing to the accident was the presence of a tree near the edge of the runway.

Sep 11, 1995 MOAB, UT N9041E Incident substantial THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S LANDING LONG, PRECLUDING A GO-AROUND AND NOT MAINTAINING A PROPER DESCENT RATE. FACTORS WERE TREES AND THE CROSSWIND.
Aug 27, 1995 OGDEN, UT N9281E Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to use brakes to maintain directional control following a tailwheel steering malfunction. Partial failure of the tailwheel steeri…

the pilot's failure to use brakes to maintain directional control following a tailwheel steering malfunction. Partial failure of the tailwheel steering system contributed to the accident.

Oct 01, 1994 BILLINGS, MT N664G Incident substantial INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS. FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: CROSSWIND AND INADEQUATE REMEDIAL ACTION.
May 13, 1994 COLUMBIA, CA N711CX Incident substantial THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. THE CROSSWIND WAS A FACTOR.
Feb 09, 1992 DURANGO, CO N5637W Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. A FACTOR WAS: CROSSWIND.
Jul 24, 1990 EAST TAWAS, MI N6VD Incident substantial THE PRIVATE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT AFTER TOUCHDOWN.
Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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