Maule M5
Olathe, KS — August 19, 2020
Event Information
| Date | August 19, 2020 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN20CA356 |
| Event ID | 20200820X92854 |
| Location | Olathe, KS |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 38.84722, -94.73778 |
| Airport | Johnson County Executive |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Maule |
| Model | M5 |
| 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 |
Probable Cause
The pilot's loss of directional control during landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that the airplane touched down on the runway without incident. Shortly after touchdown, the airplane encountered a sudden wind gust and turned to the left. The pilot attempted to correct with aileron and rudder input. However, the airplane continued to turn left about 180° and came to rest upright. He stated that his aileron input was incorrect and exaggerated the left turn. In addition, he reported he was an inexperienced tailwheel pilot and the accident was "100% a case of pilot error." The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and aileron. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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.