Casualties unknown

Airplane Noses Over After Runway Excursion (N209Z)

LA Verne, CA, US

On June 25, 2006, a Maule M-7-235C (registration N209Z) operated by Peter Hoffman was involved in an aviation accident near LA Verne, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to obtain/maintain directional control on the landing rollout. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane veered off the runway after landing and nosed over, coming to rest inverted. The pilot reported losing directional control after touchdown with no mechanical failures.

Accident Overview

An airplane veered off the runway after landing and nosed over, coming to rest inverted. The incident occurred following a landing during which the pilot lost directional control.

Pilot Report

In a written statement, the pilot reported that he lost directional control of the airplane after touchdown. He stated that he was not successful in regaining control, so he allowed the airplane to run off the runway. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest inverted.

Mechanical Status

The pilot stated that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions noted with the airplane or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Weather Conditions

Reported winds at the time of the accident were variable at 4 knots.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Jun 2006 Maule M-7-235C accident near LA Verne, CA?

An airplane veered off the runway after landing and nosed over, coming to rest inverted. The pilot reported losing directional control after touchdown with no mechanical failures.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Jun 2006 involved a Maule M-7-235C, registration N209Z, operated by Peter Hoffman, at LA Verne, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's failure to obtain/maintain directional control on the landing rollout.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20060708X00901. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.