Pilot Debrief

Maule MX7 near Brazoria, TX — 2020-09-07

Final reportCEN20CA388
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Date
2020-09-07
Location
Brazoria, TX, USA
Aircraft
Maule MX7
Registration
N897DC
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around from unsuitable terrain.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he was attempting an off-airport landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane to a location that he had not previously landed. He stated that just prior to touchdown he realized it was not a suitable landing area and he initiated a go-around. During the go-around, the airplane touched down on soft ground and tall grass, which caused the airplane to sink into the ground and nose over. The right lift strut was substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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