MAULE M 4-220C
Rigby, ID — May 11, 2015
Event Information
| Date | May 11, 2015 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA15CA067 |
| Event ID | 20150513X32917 |
| Location | Rigby, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 43.64250, -111.92944 |
| Airport | City of Rigby |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | MAULE |
| Model | M 4-220C |
| 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 directional control of the airplane during landing roll.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during the landing roll, a wind gust elevated the right wing and the airplane veered right and exited the runway. The left main landing gear collapsed during the runway excursion, and the left wing struck the ground resulting in substantial damage. The pilot reported no pre-impact 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.