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March 18, 2007 · Maule M-5 235C · N56537
Moultrie, GA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 18, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Moultrie, GA
Aircraft
Maule M-5 235C
Tail Number
N56537
Operator
Stephen G Preas
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ATL07CA060
According to the pilot he was on a short flight to a private airstrip. During the approach to landing he announced his position, decreased engine power to idle, and extended full wing flaps. During landing roll out the airplane drifted to the left. The left wing collided with a row of trees and the airplane spun around 90 degrees. The pilot shut off the fuel, all electrical power, and exited the airplane. Examination by an FAA inspector revealed the left wing was buckled. The pilot did not report any mechanical or flight control anomalies prior to the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing roll.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot he was on a short flight to a private airstrip in Moultrie, Georgia. During the approach to landing he announced his position, decreased engine power to idle, and extended full wing flaps. During landing roll out the airplane drifted to the left. The left wing collided with a row of trees and the airplane spun around 90 degrees. The pilot shut off the fuel, all electrical power, and exited the airplane. Examination by an FAA inspector revealed the left wing was buckled. The pilot did not report any mechanical or flight control anomalies prior to the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:15 EDT
Nearest AirportPrivate Strip (0nm)
Runway30
Runway Length4000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMaule M-5 235C
Tail NumberN56537
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorStephen G Preas
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-540-J1A5D · Reciprocating · 235
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 59 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind50° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50 / 37 C
Altimeter30.28 inHg
Observation Time16:05
Weather SourceWFAC