Maule MX-7 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 55 events recorded from 1985 to 2025.

55

All Events

42

Incidents

8

Minor

1

Serious

4

Fatal (5 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 06, 2003 East Brady, PA N70LB Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing.
Apr 20, 2003 Plummer, ID N114MK Incident substantial
The jamming of the left parking brake locking tab on a burr on the left brake master cylinder activation rod during the landing roll, resulting in the…

The jamming of the left parking brake locking tab on a burr on the left brake master cylinder activation rod during the landing roll, resulting in the left brake becoming locked in a position where excessive braking was applied.

Apr 14, 2003 Watkins, CO N44UG Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll out. Contributing factors were the unlocked tailwheel.
Nov 06, 2001 Middleton, WI N108MS Incident substantial the pilot's improper rotation and failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Additional factors were the crosswind and the soft terrain.
Apr 14, 2001 Buffalo, MN N4261E Minor substantial
the water contamination of the aircraft's fuel system and the inadequate preflight performed by the pilot. The muddy terrain was a contributing facto…

the water contamination of the aircraft's fuel system and the inadequate preflight performed by the pilot. The muddy terrain was a contributing factor.

Nov 04, 2000 St. Marys, GA N3079Z Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a sideward skid, a collapsed main landing gear strut, and wing strik…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a sideward skid, a collapsed main landing gear strut, and wing strike.

Aug 29, 2000 BROOMFIELD, CO N111KD Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll. A contributing factor was the crosswind.
Jul 01, 2000 WOODBINE, NJ N5661P Incident substantial The pilot-in-command's failure to initiate a timely go-around.
Dec 03, 1999 PALM BCH GARDEN, FL N9235N Incident substantial
The sailplane pilot's failure to comply with standard emergency procedures for 'sailplane release failure' upon its occurrence and his maneuvering of …

The sailplane pilot's failure to comply with standard emergency procedures for 'sailplane release failure' upon its occurrence and his maneuvering of the sailplane while still tethered to the tow plane resulting in the inflight loss of control and engine stoppage of the tow airplane during it's uncontrolled descent and inflight collision with trees and swampland.

Sep 01, 1998 SKANEATELES, NY N6287P Incident substantial The pilot's failure maintain directional control and his delayed decision to abort the takeoff. Contributing factors were trees.
Jul 21, 1997 LONG BEACH, CA N600XX Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during rollout.
Jul 01, 1997 DYERSBURG, TN N71VF Minor substantial
the pilot's improper planning/decision and failure to insure the that airplane would remain clear of trees during the go-around. Factors relating to …

the pilot's improper planning/decision and failure to insure the that airplane would remain clear of trees during the go-around. Factors relating to the accident included: the high temperature, high density altitude, and the proximity of trees.

Apr 19, 1997 LAKEVILLE, MN N5666N Minor substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind.
Nov 03, 1996 HUBBARD LAKE, MI N56593 Minor substantial
the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and failure to maintain proper alignment with the airstreip during the go-around (aborted lan…

the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and failure to maintain proper alignment with the airstreip during the go-around (aborted landing). The crosswind and proximity of trees were related factors.

Oct 05, 1996 MAHOPAC, NY N6124Q Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a inflight collision with trees (sapplings). A factor related t…

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a inflight collision with trees (sapplings). A factor related to the accident was: the quartering tailwind that was encountered during takeoff.

Jul 05, 1996 NEWPORT, OR N5663U Incident substantial
the passenger's inadvertent activation of the aircraft's rudder, which resulted in a loss of directional control and collision with a tree during an a…

the passenger's inadvertent activation of the aircraft's rudder, which resulted in a loss of directional control and collision with a tree during an attempted go-around (aborted landing).

May 18, 1996 BELCHER, LA N35TX Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control in flight. A factor was the gusty wind.
Dec 17, 1994 HEBER CITY, UT N101ZA Incident substantial AN OPEN CONNECTION CLIP. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS A LOCKED TAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLY.
Sep 25, 1994 WASHBURN, ND N6119Q Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during the landing flare. Factors associated with the accident were the poorly planned approach a…

the pilot's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during the landing flare. Factors associated with the accident were the poorly planned approach and the soft terrain.

Jun 29, 1993 EUFAULA, OK N4UM Serious (1) substantial THE PILOTS IMPROPER COMPENSATION FOR THE WIND CONDITIONS. A FACTOR WAS THE CROSSWIND
Dec 30, 1992 OCEANO, CA N5653R Incident substantial THE PILOT'S OPERATION OF THE AIRCRAFT WITH KNOWN DEFICIENCIES IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Jul 28, 1992 LOVELOCK, NV N6138Y Incident substantial
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PRESENCE OF DUST DEVILS IN THE VICINITY OF …

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PRESENCE OF DUST DEVILS IN THE VICINITY OF THE AIRPORT.

Jul 07, 1992 OKEECHOBEE, FL N148DP Minor substantial
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND OF N148DP TO OBTAIN NOTAM INFORMATION CONCERNING MILITARY ROUTES ALONG HIS ROUTE OF FLIGHT, RESULTING IN HIS ENCOU…

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND OF N148DP TO OBTAIN NOTAM INFORMATION CONCERNING MILITARY ROUTES ALONG HIS ROUTE OF FLIGHT, RESULTING IN HIS ENCOUNTER WITH A FLIGHT OF F16 AIRCRAFT WHO WERE OPERATING ON A MILITARY ROUTE.

Jun 29, 1991 BLAIR LAKES, AK N5665A Incident substantial
WAS THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO ASSURE SUFFICIENT OBSTRUCTION CLEARANCE FOR HIS AIRPLANE DURING THE TAKEOFF ROLL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT …

WAS THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO ASSURE SUFFICIENT OBSTRUCTION CLEARANCE FOR HIS AIRPLANE DURING THE TAKEOFF ROLL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE HIGH VEGETATION.

Jun 30, 1989 ATLANTIC, IA N6131M Fatal (2) substantial
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED, WHILE MANEUVERING AT LOW ALTITUDE, WHICH LED TO AN INADVERTENT STALL AND LOSS OF CONTROL. A CONTR…

FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED, WHILE MANEUVERING AT LOW ALTITUDE, WHICH LED TO AN INADVERTENT STALL AND LOSS OF CONTROL. A CONTRIBUTING FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF ALTITUDE TO RECOVER FROM A STALL.

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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