N5650J is a 1982 Maule M-6-235. It is a fixed-wing single-engine aircraft with 4 seats, powered by a Lycoming IO-540 SER rated at 300 horsepower. The registration is active, with the registrant based in Fairbanks, AK. Its standard airworthiness certificate was issued in Jul 1982. It has been registered to its current owner since Jul 2011. This page also carries 1 NTSB event.
- 44 years old
- 1 of 82 Maule M-6-235
2011
1982
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The pilot stated that while attempting to assess the suitability of a gravel-covered ridge top for future landings in his tail-wheel equipped airplane, he attempted a full flap landing on the main wheels. After bouncing twice, he aborted the landing and adjusted the flaps to 40 degrees and applied full power. During the subsequent takeoff, he felt something hit the airplane, but elected to continue the takeoff and proceed to his final destination. During a postflight inspection, the pilot discovered substantial damage to the lower cross member structure of the fuselage.
The pilot stated there were no pre-accident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
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