N386X

Substantial
None

Maule M5S/N: 7029C

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
NTSB Number
CEN20CA356
Location
Olathe, KS
Event ID
20200820X92854
Coordinates
38.847221, -94.737777
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's loss of directional control during landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
MAULE
Serial Number
7029C
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1976
Model / ICAO
M5M5
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
M-5-235C

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
O'CONNOR ROBERT W
Address
6287 N AZALEA AVE
City
SAN BERNARDINO
State / Zip Code
CA 92407-4004
Country
United States

Analysis

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.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN20CA356