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January 23, 2015 · Maule MX 7-180 · N773MC
Georgetown, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 23, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Georgetown, TX
Aircraft
Maule MX 7-180 (1986)
Tail Number
N773MC
Operator
Donald Pfiester
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN15CA134
The pilot maneuvered the airplane to land and noted moderate gusting wind from the left. During the landing, the airplane encountered a strong gust of wind; the airplane began a left turn and then a hard right turn. The pilot lost control of the airplane and it exited the left side of the runway. The pilot advanced the throttle to avoid a ditch but the right wheel impacted the ditch. The left wing then struck the ground which resulted in substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot maneuvered the airplane to land and noted moderate gusting wind from the left. During the landing, the airplane encountered a strong gust of wind; the airplane began a left turn and then a hard right turn. The pilot lost control of the airplane and it exited the left side of the runway. The pilot advanced the throttle to avoid a ditch but the right wheel impacted the ditch. The left wing then struck the ground which resulted in substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:10 CST
Nearest AirportGeorgetown Muni (5804nm E)
Runway36
Runway Length5004 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMaule MX 7-180
Tail NumberN773MC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDonald Pfiester
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-C1F · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 66 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind310° @ 12 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 4200 ft
Temperature / Dew Point50 / 34 C
Altimeter30.20 inHg
Observation Time21:10
Weather SourceWFAC