Casualties unknown

Loss of Control During Landing Roll Results in Left Main Gear Collapse (N5644N)

Mesa, AZ, US

On October 15, 2007, a Maule M-5-235-C (registration N5644N) was involved in an aviation accident near Mesa, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing roll, the pilot lost control when the airplane veered left. Corrective right rudder input caused an abrupt right turn, left gear collapse, and propeller strike.

Incident Narrative

The pilot reported losing control of the airplane during the landing roll after it veered to the left. In an attempt to regain control, the pilot applied right rudder to correct the leftward deviation. This action led to an abrupt right turn, during which the left main landing gear collapsed. Subsequently, the propeller struck the runway surface, and the airplane came to rest perpendicular to the runway heading.

Pilot Statement

According to the pilot, there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that could have contributed to the loss of control.

Aircraft Damage

The aircraft sustained damage to the left main landing gear, which collapsed, and the propeller impacted the runway surface. The final resting orientation of the airplane was perpendicular to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Oct 2007 Maule M-5-235-C accident near Mesa, AZ?

During landing roll, the pilot lost control when the airplane veered left. Corrective right rudder input caused an abrupt right turn, left gear collapse, and propeller strike.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Oct 2007 involved a Maule M-5-235-C, registration N5644N, at Mesa, AZ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20071113X01791. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.