Maule M-5 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 165 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2009 | Whitehorse, CA | N9138E | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| 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 28, 2009 | Ogden, UT | N315X | Serious (1) | substantial | A loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons. |
| Apr 22, 2009 | Moultrie, GA | N66VJ | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the maintenance technician's failure to detect and correct the condition of the carburet…A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing as a result of the maintenance technician's failure to detect and correct the condition of the carburetor heat duct. |
| Apr 16, 2009 | Los Angeles, CA | N9219E | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswinds and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. |
| Mar 03, 2009 | Calexico, CA | N9166E | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Sep 27, 2008 | Delta Junction, AK | N289X | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during takeoff due to the non-certificated pilot's inadvertent selection of the mixture control instead of the carburetor…A total loss of engine power during takeoff due to the non-certificated pilot's inadvertent selection of the mixture control instead of the carburetor heat and his lack of training/qualification. |
| 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. |
| Oct 15, 2007 | Mesa, AZ | N5644N | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. |
| Oct 08, 2007 | Aniak, AK | N62029 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper fuel tank selection and fuel starvation, while doing touch-and-go landings. |
| Aug 14, 2007 | Arctic Village, AK | N5660F | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall/spin while maneuvering. |
| Aug 08, 2007 | Talkeetna, AK | N56366 | Incident | substantial |
The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student while landing, which resulted in an undershoot and an in-flight collision with an object…The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student while landing, which resulted in an undershoot and an in-flight collision with an object. Factors contributing to the accident are the dual student's misjudged altitude/distance and delayed response in relinquishing the flight controls. |
| Mar 18, 2007 | Moultrie, GA | N56537 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing roll. |
| May 29, 2006 | Mount Pocono, PA | N5640S | Incident | substantial | The disconnected tailwheel compression spring, which resulted in a loss of directional control. |
| Apr 23, 2006 | Linville, VA | N62015 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper decision to depart with a tailwind. |
| Aug 29, 2005 | Fairbanks, AK | N51623 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent collapse of the ma…The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent collapse of the main landing gear. Factors associated with the accident were a crosswind, and a steep drop-off. |
| Aug 15, 2004 | Seward, AK | N6194M | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The failure of an aviation mechanic/inspector to adequately inspect the pilot/owner's work during the engine overhaul, which resulted in a loss of eng…The failure of an aviation mechanic/inspector to adequately inspect the pilot/owner's work during the engine overhaul, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and engine power during cruise flight, and a subsequent ditching. Factors associated with the accident were the inadequate installation of the idler gear shaft setscrew, and the lack of a safety wire on the three-quarter inch hex head (oil) plug in front of the idler gear shaft. Additional factors associated with the accident were the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing, and ocean water. |
| Mar 26, 2004 | Broomfield, CO | N339X | Incident | substantial | the pilot of the Maule's failure to maintain a visual lookout. |
| 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. |
| Jun 22, 2003 | Rockvale, TN | N555MR | Fatal (3) | substantial | Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Apr 23, 2003 | Ironwood, MI | N9014A | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadvertent ground loop on landing. A contributing factor was the ditch. |
| 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. |
| Jul 08, 2002 | Show Low, AZ | N9139E | Minor | substantial | the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. |