On February 8, 2012, a MAULE MX-7-235 operated by ALVINE FRANK G was involved in an aviation accident near Tea, SD. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane during a crosswind landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A tailwheel airplane landed on runway 34 with wind from 270 degrees at 5 knots. During rollout at about 15 mph, the left wing lifted approximately 60 degrees, causing the right wing to strike the runway. The airplane tipped onto its nose and sustained a propeller strike. Postaccident inspection revealed substantial damage to the right wing and no mechanical malfunction.
Accident Details
The pilot reported landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on runway 34. The wind was about 270 degrees at 5 knots. During the landing rollout, with the airplane traveling at approximately 15 mph, the left wing suddenly lifted about 60 degrees. This caused the right wing to strike the runway surface. The airplane subsequently tipped up onto its nose and experienced a propeller strike.
Damage
A postaccident inspection of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the right wing. The propeller strike was also noted. The pilot stated that there was no mechanical malfunction or failure of the airplane.
Findings
No mechanical issues were identified. The event occurred during the rollout phase of landing under the reported wind conditions.
Contributing factors
Causes
Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot
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