20 Jun 2014: MAULE MX 7-235 235 — THOMPSON JAMES A

20 Jun 2014: MAULE MX 7-235 235 — THOMPSON JAMES A

No fatalities • Port Orchard, WA, United States

Probable cause

The pilot's delayed remedial action and failure to maintain directional control.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot reported that as he flew over the airstrip, winds were light in the area and the wind sock indicated 4-6 knots. He decided to land with full flaps. Immediately after touchdown the airplane collided with a rut which resulted in two bounces. The pilot added power and rudder control after the first bounce and then noticed the airplane was being pushed to the left by variable wind conditions. After the second bounce he noticed more significant wind conditions and aborted the landing by advancing full throttle. The pilot stated he " …got hit with a pretty substantial windshear…" The airplane collided with trees on the left side of the airstrip and nosed over. The fuselage and wings were substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Contributing factors

  • cause Pilot
  • cause Pilot
  • cause Directional control — Not attained/maintained
  • Contributed to outcome
  • Effect on operation

Conditions

Weather
VMC, wind 200/14kt, vis 10sm

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