Maule M-5 Aircraft in Germany
German-registered aircraft (D- prefix) operate under EASA certification with rigorous maintenance documentation requirements. Strong GA infrastructure around Munich, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin. Diamond Aircraft (Austrian) and German pilot population create active market for modern composite singles.
2 used Maule M-5 aircraft for sale in Germany · $115K – $165K · updated 6 hours ago
About the Maule M-5
The Maule M-5 (the "Lunar Rocket") is the classic earlier Maule — a high-wing four-seat short-field single with big flaps and strong STOL performance, lighter and more economical than the modern M-7. It remains a value backcountry and float aircraft with the same rugged steel-tube-and-fabric construction.
Maule M-5 Specifications
Model specThe Maule M-5 is a aircraft with a cruise speed of 140 kt (259 km/h), a range of 480 nm (889 km).
2 Maule M-5 For Sale
There are currently 2 used Maule M-5 for sale, ranging from $115,274 to $165,000, with a median asking price of $140,137.
Maule M-5 Variants
Compare Maule M-5
See how the Maule M-5 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Maule M-5 Price & Cost
How much does a Maule M-5 cost? Used M-5 prices: $115K – $165K, average $140K (median $140K), across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Maule M-5
When buying a Maule M-5, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Maule M-5
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Maule M-5 Inventory by Country
| United States | 5 |
| Germany | 2 |
Maule M-5 by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 7 |
| Under $300k | 7 |
| Under $500k | 7 |
Recently Sold Maule M-5
| 1979 M-5-235C | $84,900 |
| 1980 M-5-235C | $114,900 |
| 1985 M-5-180C | $75,000 |
Other Maule Helicopters
| Maule M-7-235C | 5 |
| Maule MXT-7-180 | 4 |
| Maule MT-7-235 | 3 |
| Maule M-5-180C | 2 |
Maule M-5 Safety Record
Across all M-5 variants, 165 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2026. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 01, 2026 | Jay Em, WY | Incident | — |
| Dec 09, 2025 | Indian Springs, MT | Incident | — |
| Sep 13, 2025 | Point MacKenzie, AK | Serious | — |
| Oct 01, 2024 | Soda Springs, ID | Minor | The passenger’s inadvertent application of brakes during landing which resulted in a nose over. |
| Jun 01, 2024 | Hooper, UT | Incident | The inadvertent application of brakes during landing that resulted in a nose over. |
NTSB records 1982–2026. Includes all Maule M-5 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.