MAULE MX 7-235
Big Creek, ID — October 8, 2014
Event Information
| Date | October 8, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR15CA006 |
| Event ID | 20141009X80909 |
| Location | Big Creek, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.15000, -115.07139 |
| Airport | Dewey Moore |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | MAULE |
| Model | MX 7-235 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while on final approach with shifting wind conditions.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that when on short final the airplane encountered a sudden downdraft or slight wind shear, which caused the left wing to dip and contact the ground. Following the wing tip dip the airplane yawed left and the main landing gear touched down and collapsed. The resulting damage to the airplane was the right wing tip, left wing, left wing lift strut, and right main landing gear. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.