Maule M-5 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 165 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

165

All Events

115

Incidents

14

Minor

10

Serious

26

Fatal (45 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Oct 01, 2024 Soda Springs, ID N5636D Minor substantial The passenger’s inadvertent application of brakes during landing which resulted in a nose over.
Jul 27, 2023 Eastsound, WA N6201M Minor substantial The pilot’s improper in-flight fuel management, which led to fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power.
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.
Jul 08, 2002 Show Low, AZ N9139E Minor substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control.
Aug 13, 2000 PAULINA, OR N6269M Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above stalling speed (Vs), which resulted in a stall/mush into the terrain. Factors include mountainous/hi…

The pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above stalling speed (Vs), which resulted in a stall/mush into the terrain. Factors include mountainous/hilly terrain, tall trees, a high density altitude, and the pilot's diverted attention as he attempted to keep a herd of deer in sight while maneuvering.
Jul 23, 1998 NEWBURG, ME N5643V Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Related factors were the long, wet, unmowed grass runway.
Apr 10, 1996 PLAINS, GA N725V Minor substantial the pilot misjudging distance and speed during the approach, and his failure to obtain the proper touchdown point on landing.
Dec 23, 1992 MOULTRIE, GA N1TK Minor substantial
THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED ON INITIAL TAKEOFF CLIMB RESULTING IN AN IN FLIGHT LOSS OF CONTROL (STALL) AND SUBSEQUENT IN FLIGH…

THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED ON INITIAL TAKEOFF CLIMB RESULTING IN AN IN FLIGHT LOSS OF CONTROL (STALL) AND SUBSEQUENT IN FLIGHT COLLISION WITH TERRAIN.
Feb 06, 1991 DRAPER, UT N392X Minor substantial AN UNDETERMINED LOSS OF ENGINE POWER.
Aug 25, 1989 FAIRBANKS, AK N9114E Minor substantial THE PILOT WAS TAXIING TOO FAST TO NEGOTIATE A BEND IN THE RIVER. TREES & THE RIVER BANK WERE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS.
Feb 17, 1985 HILTON HEAD, SC N5636B Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jun 17, 1984 ANCHORAGE, AK N6229M Minor substantial Investigation pending
Dec 04, 1983 SOMERSWORTH, NH N62042 Minor substantial Investigation pending
Nov 26, 1982 NEAR OCALA, FL N2VB Minor destroyed Investigation pending
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.
← Maule M-5 For Sale All Maule Models
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database · About our data