Quicksilver Mxl II Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 14 events recorded from 1992 to 2018.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2018 | Westminster, MD | N105SE | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The in-flight fracture of a stainless steel bolt that was used to secure the upper and lower wing cables to the outer attach point at the leading edge…The in-flight fracture of a stainless steel bolt that was used to secure the upper and lower wing cables to the outer attach point at the leading edge spar of the right wing due to stress corrosion cracking, which caused the right wing to fail and precluded controlled flight. Contributing to the bolt failure was the installation of a bolt that did not conform with the company's specification. |
| Jul 14, 2018 | Arecibo, PR | N594TC | Serious (1) | substantial | The noncertificated pilot's improper fuel planning and management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Mar 07, 2017 | Hesperia, CA | UNREG | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to identify and correct his construction error of a critical structural component, which resulted in a loss of airplane control du…The pilot's failure to identify and correct his construction error of a critical structural component, which resulted in a loss of airplane control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment due to his combined use of multiple medications and illicit drugs, which led to his improper decision to attempt the flight despite evidence indicating that the error had not been addressed. |
| Aug 15, 2015 | Pittsboro, NC | UNREG | Serious (2) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to open the fuel shutoff valve during the preflight examination of the airplane which resulted in a total loss of engine power dur…The pilot's failure to open the fuel shutoff valve during the preflight examination of the airplane which resulted in a total loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff due to fuel starvation. |
| Jun 25, 2015 | Ute, IA | UNREG | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to prevent an inadvertent aerodynamic stall, and impact with terrain. |
| Dec 18, 2011 | Loreauville, LA | N61202 | Serious (2) | substantial | The student pilot did not maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. |
| Jan 31, 2009 | Ellenboro, NC | UNREG | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during climbout. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of experience in the make a…The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during climbout. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of experience in the make and model of the airplane. |
| Sep 06, 2008 | Cleveland, GA | N6152N | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's improper approach to the runway resulting in his being unable to flare prior to a hard landing. |
| Aug 30, 2008 | Barceloneta, PR | N594TC | Serious (1) | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during an aborted landing. Contributing to the accident were the high winds. |
| Aug 29, 2004 | Rio Vista, CA | N4358Z | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from high vegetation while flying at a low altitude. |
| Jun 29, 2003 | Marceline, MO | UNREG | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to assure an adequate fuel supply which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's lack o…The pilot's failure to assure an adequate fuel supply which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in this make/model of aircraft. |
| Feb 11, 2002 | Gatesville, TX | UNREG | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power for undertermined reasons. |
| Jul 23, 2000 | CLYO, GA | UNREG | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft due to impairment by use of drugs, and the resultant uncontrolled descent and in-flight c…The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft due to impairment by use of drugs, and the resultant uncontrolled descent and in-flight collision with the terrain. |
| Sep 09, 1992 | CAVE JUNCTION, OR | UNREG | Serious (2) | substantial | THE PILOT'S POOR VISUAL LOOKOUT. FACTORS INCLUDE A STATIC WIRE IN THE AREA OF FLIGHT. |