# Maule M-4 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 5460104 - Manufacturer (registry): MAULE - Model: M-4 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 4 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 108 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 3A23](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A23) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Maule Aerospace Technology Inc. - Registered aircraft: 42 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/maule-m-4 Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 98-15-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-15-18-R1): Wings · Maule Aerospace Technology Bee Dee M-4, M-4, M-4-180C and 36 more. Effective Jan 21, 2014 - [AD 2008-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-24-02): Rear elevator control horn · Maule Aerospace Technology Bee Dee M-4, M-4, M-4-180C and 41 more. Effective Dec 30, 2008 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2000-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-09-06): Sleeve Terminal Ends · Allison 250-B17C gas turbine engine, Edo Model 797-2500… (Maule Aerospace Technologies STC SA2661SO). Effective May 30, 2000 - [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 84-09-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-09-07): Plug Type Drain Fittings Replacement · Maule Aerospace Technology Bee Dee M-4, M-4, M-4-180C and 17 more. Effective May 12, 1984 - [AD 81-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-14-02): Rudder Pedal V-Bar · Maule Aerospace Technology M-4, M-4-180C, M-4-210C and 10 more. Effective Jul 1, 1981 - [AD 79-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-12-01): Tail-to-Fuselage Attach Tube · Maule Aerospace Technology M-4, M-4-180C, M-4-210C and 10 more. Effective Jun 7, 1979 - [AD 69-20-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-20-02): Aileron Control System Pulley · Maule Aerospace Technology M-4, M-4-210, M-4-210C and 4 more. Effective Sep 30, 1969 - [AD 68-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-07-08): Rudder Trim Tab Control · Maule Aerospace Technology M-4, M-4-210, M-4-210C and 5 more. Effective Apr 11, 1968 - [AD 65-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/65-18-01): Upper Fuselage Fabric · Maule Aerospace Technology Bee Dee M-4, M-4 and M-4-210. Effective Aug 17, 1965 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 98-15-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-15-18) (historical): Wing Lift Struts · Maule Aerospace Technology Bee Dee M-4, M-4, M-4-180C and 37 more. Effective Sep 9, 1998 - [AD 95-26-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-18) (historical): Wing Lift Strut · Maule Aerospace Technology M-4, M-4-180C, M-4-180S and 41 more. Effective Jan 26, 1996 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (1) - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 ## Registered aircraft (42) - [N12008](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12008): [Dvoracek Dana J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DVORACEK%20DANA%20J), [Charlevoix, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Charlevoix), built 1963, S/N 18 - [N12009](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12009): [Jordan Ronald W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JORDAN%20RONALD%20W), [Stoutsville, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Stoutsville), S/N 19 - [N12011](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12011): [Marsh John Edward](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARSH%20JOHN%20EDWARD), [Washington, DC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DC/Washington), S/N 21 - [N12014](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12014): [Thompson Robert J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THOMPSON%20ROBERT%20J), [Kaktovik, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Kaktovik), S/N 24 - [N12015](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12015): [Thurmond Paul J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THURMOND%20PAUL%20J), [Huntley, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Huntley), built 1963, S/N 25 - [N12016](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12016): [Swain Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SWAIN%20MICHAEL%20J), [Jacksonville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Jacksonville), built 1963, S/N 26 - [N12017](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12017): [Nuckles Charles Austin Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NUCKLES%20CHARLES%20AUSTIN%20JR), [Suffolk, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Suffolk), built 1963, S/N 27 - [N12018](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12018): [Theriot Harris J Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THERIOT%20HARRIS%20J%20JR), [Thibodaux, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Thibodaux), built 1963, S/N 28 - [N12026](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12026): [Bernhardt Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERNHARDT%20MICHAEL%20J), [North Branch, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/North%20Branch), built 1963, S/N 38 - [N12027](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12027): [Rugland Roger E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RUGLAND%20ROGER%20E), [Anoka, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Anoka), built 1963, S/N 36 - [N12029](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12029): [Dippold Lois M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DIPPOLD%20LOIS%20M), [Perry, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Perry), built 1963, S/N 39 - [N12031](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12031): [Burnett Brandon Ryan](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURNETT%20BRANDON%20RYAN), [White Lake, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/White%20Lake), built 1963, S/N 41 - [N12032](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12032): [Riebe Robert D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIEBE%20ROBERT%20D), [Caldwell, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Caldwell), built 1963, S/N 42 - [N4089C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4089C): [Bork Joseph L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BORK%20JOSEPH%20L), [Mosier, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Mosier), S/N 15 - [N4159C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4159C): [Perkins Kenneth D II](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PERKINS%20KENNETH%20D%20II), [Eagle River, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Eagle%20River), built 1962, S/N 9 - [N4602T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4602T): [Pyles Nathan C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PYLES%20NATHAN%20C), [Ypsilanti, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Ypsilanti), built 1964, S/N 84 - [N4619T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4619T): [Hurlbert Michael L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HURLBERT%20MICHAEL%20L), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1965, S/N 87 - [N4623T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4623T): [Corey Glenn M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COREY%20GLENN%20M), [Wilsonville, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Wilsonville), S/N 91 - [N4700T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4700T): [Goulet Jason](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOULET%20JASON), [Angle Inlet, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Angle%20Inlet), built 1963, S/N 43 - [N4701T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4701T): [Osborne Richard N](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OSBORNE%20RICHARD%20N), [Roscoe, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Roscoe), built 1963, S/N 44 - [N4703T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4703T): [Byrnes Patrick R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BYRNES%20PATRICK%20R), [Nampa, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Nampa), built 1963, S/N 46 - [N4706T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4706T): [Maule Susan](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAULE%20SUSAN), [Media, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Media), built 1963, S/N 48 - [N4711T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4711T): [Delaney Spencer R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DELANEY%20SPENCER%20R), [Fairfield, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Fairfield), built 1963, S/N 54 - [N4712T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4712T): [Kilcourse Jeffrey Kenneth](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KILCOURSE%20JEFFREY%20KENNETH), [Tequesta, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Tequesta), built 1964, S/N 55 - [N4713T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4713T): [Michigan Air Service Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MICHIGAN%20AIR%20SERVICE%20CORP), [Troy, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Troy), built 1964, S/N 56 - [N4714T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4714T): [Jed Homes Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JED%20HOMES%20INC), [Lisbon, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/Lisbon), built 1964, S/N 57 - [N4717T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4717T): [Startin Tyler D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STARTIN%20TYLER%20D), [Colfax, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Colfax), built 1964, S/N 60 - [N4718T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4718T): [Arcand David R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ARCAND%20DAVID%20R), [Forest Lake, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Forest%20Lake), built 1964, S/N 61 - [N4727T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4727T): [Rimediare Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIMEDIARE%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Tucson, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Tucson), built 1964, S/N 70 - [N4729T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4729T): [Nevergall Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NEVERGALL%20MICHAEL), [Brighton, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Brighton), built 1964, S/N 72 - [N4730T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4730T): [Egge Danny C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EGGE%20DANNY%20C), [Pelican Rapids, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Pelican%20Rapids), built 1964, S/N 73 - [N4733T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4733T): [Macneil David](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MACNEIL%20DAVID), [Clarkston, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Clarkston), built 1964, S/N 83 - [N4734T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4734T): [Smiley Mark R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SMILEY%20MARK%20R), [Baden, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Baden), built 1964, S/N 78 - [N4736T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4736T): [Lb Aero Services Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LB%20AERO%20SERVICES%20INC), [Poplar Grove, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Poplar%20Grove), built 1964, S/N 80 - [N4737T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4737T): [Fly Buys Inn](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLY%20BUYS%20INN), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), S/N 81 - [N4747T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4747T): built 1965, S/N 1013 - [N540JC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N540JC): [Fedorko Daniel J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FEDORKO%20DANIEL%20J), [Saylorsburg, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Saylorsburg), built 1963, S/N 33 - [N9243A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9243A): [Collins Carvel Key](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COLLINS%20CARVEL%20KEY), [Uvalde, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Uvalde), built 1964, S/N 71 - [N9802M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9802M): [Bell Andrew J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BELL%20ANDREW%20J), [Moultrie, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Moultrie), built 1965, S/N 89 - [N9803M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9803M): [Johnson Craig A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20CRAIG%20A), [Moreland, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Moreland), S/N 88 - [N9816M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9816M): [Shaw David H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHAW%20DAVID%20H), [Nenana, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Nenana), built 1966, S/N 93 - [N9831M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9831M): [Pham Hieu T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHAM%20HIEU%20T), [Steilacoom, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Steilacoom), built 1966, S/N 92 ## NTSB investigations (69, newest 50) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB WPR21LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA229), Jun 2, 2021: Maule M-4 (N4718T), Cascade, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a ditch, which resulted in impact with terrain. - [NTSB CEN12LA492](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA492), Jul 10, 2012: Maule M-4 (N12026), Springfield, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The tailwheel spring's overload failure during landing, resulting in a ground loop and runway excursion. - [NTSB NYC03LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC03LA084), Apr 12, 2003: Maule M4 (N4714T), Danielson, CT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for winds, and failure to maintain directional control. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition. - [NTSB ANC99LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC99LA152), Sep 24, 1999: Maule ML-4 (N4623T), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The improper (reversed) connection of the elevator control cables by the owner/pilot-mechanic, and the failure to have the installation inspected by another mechanic. - [NTSB CHI96LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA056), Dec 17, 1995: Maule M-4 (N12010), Hot Springs, SD, substantial damage. Probable cause: an unauthorized modification of the air induction system by the pilot. - [NTSB CHI94LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA153), May 9, 1994: Maule M-4 (N12016), Salina, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT GROUND LOOP/SWERVE. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE CROSSWIND, AND THE PILOT'S LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN… - [NTSB ANC90LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA081), Jun 1, 1990: Maule M4 (N4623T), L. Susitna Riv, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FUEL MISMANAGEMENT IN NOT HAVING SUFFICIENT FUEL TO REACH HIS DESTINATION. - [NTSB ANC90LA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90LA050), Mar 31, 1990: Maule M-4 (N4619T), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS AND FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. THE UNFAVORABLE (VARIABLE) WIND AND SNOW COVERED TERRAIN WERE RELATED FACTORS. - [NTSB MKC90LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC90LA068), Mar 16, 1990: Maule M4 (N12010), Creston, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: SELECTION OF THE WRONG RUNWAY BY THE PILOT, AND HIS FAILURE TO GO-AROUND WHILE HE HAD SUFFICIENT SPEED AND RUNWAY TO DO SO. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE GUSTY TAILWIND AND WET RUNWAY… - [NTSB NYC89LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC89LA134), May 19, 1989: Maule M-4 (N4713T), Csttltn-Hdsn, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN. A CONTRIBUTING FACTOR WAS THE WET, SOFT GRASS. - [NTSB ANC88LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC88LA127), Sep 6, 1988: Maule M-4 (N12020), Eureka Creek, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC84LA188](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC84LA188), Sep 23, 1984: Maule M-4 (N12023), King Salmon, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA84FA215](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA84FA215), Sep 1, 1984: Maule M-4 (N4622T), The Dalles, OR, destroyed, 6 fatal - [NTSB CHI84LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI84LA236), Jun 10, 1984: Maule M-4 (N540JC), Middletown, OH, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA83LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA83LA200), Sep 3, 1983: Maule M-4 (N4623T), Monroe, WA, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC82DA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC82DA077), May 10, 1982: Maule M-4 (N12013), Cozad, NE, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN79DTE39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN79DTE39), May 26, 1979: Maule M-4 (N4623T), Englewood, CO, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC78FCG22](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC78FCG22), Mar 27, 1978: Maule M-4 (N12026), Sedalia, MO, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA77FTA28](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA77FTA28), Aug 12, 1977: Maule M4 (N12011), Hardin, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC76DAG12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC76DAG12), Jul 15, 1975: Maule M-4 (N12025), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA76DKG03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76DKG03), Jul 11, 1975: Maule M-4 (N12019), Bowdon, GA, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC75DFJ12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC75DFJ12), Oct 6, 1974: Maule M-4 (N4730T), Windsor, NY, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC75DHD19](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC75DHD19), Sep 21, 1974: Maule M-4 (N4737T), Coatesville, PA, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC75AK006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC75AK006), Jul 28, 1974: Maule M-4 (N2068U), Lee'S Summit, MO, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB MIA74AM080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA74AM080), Mar 15, 1974: Maule M-4 (N9809M), Arcadia, FL, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB CHI74FEC08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI74FEC08), Aug 18, 1973: Maule M-4 (N4736T), Otisville, MI, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI73FEP52](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI73FEP52), Apr 29, 1973: Maule M-4 (N4622T), Batavia, WI, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI73FEE06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI73FEE06), Jul 8, 1972: Maule M-4 (N4730T), Wheeling, IL, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA72FTA04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA72FTA04), Jul 18, 1971: Maule M-4 (N4700T), Wolf Point, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC71DAG85](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC71DAG85), May 8, 1971: Maule M-4 (N4723T), Girdwood, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA71FYC37](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA71FYC37), Apr 29, 1971: Maule M-4 (N4727T), Aurora, OR, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC71FGT19](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71FGT19), Apr 24, 1971: Maule M-4 (N12024), Fairfield, PA, destroyed - [NTSB CHI71FBD20](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI71FBD20), Sep 4, 1970: Maule M-4 (N4730T), Shannon, IL, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA70D0146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA70D0146), Aug 8, 1969: Maule M-4 (N12021), New Pt.Richey, FL, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA70F0042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA70F0042), Jul 18, 1969: Maule M-4 (N4703T), Kalispell, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI69D0610](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI69D0610), Apr 21, 1969: Maule M-4 (N4704T), Columbus, OH, substantial damage - [NTSB DIA69D0157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DIA69D0157), Mar 15, 1969: Maule M-4 (N4731T), Lillington, NC, substantial damage - [NTSB FTW69D0033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW69D0033), Jun 25, 1968: Maule M-4 (N4742T), Waldron, AR, destroyed - [NTSB CHI68D0470](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68D0470), Nov 18, 1967: Maule M-4 (N4710T), Chicago, IL, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA68D0156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA68D0156), Aug 24, 1967: Maule M-4 (N12010), Moore, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA68F0058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA68F0058), Jun 2, 1967: Maule M-4 (N4602T), Polson, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA67F0296](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA67F0296), Apr 24, 1967: Maule M-4 (N4703T), Helena, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC67D0372](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC67D0372), Dec 3, 1966: Maule M-4 (N4747T), Gravois Mills, MO, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC67F0378](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67F0378), Nov 20, 1966: Maule M4 (N4724T), Mt Pleasant, PA, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC67A0005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC67A0005), Aug 8, 1966: Maule M-4 (N12012), Eagle River, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA67F0134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA67F0134), Jul 28, 1966: Maule M-4 (N12016), Oledo, OR, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA67D0068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67D0068), Jun 22, 1966: Maule M-4 (N9814M), Decatur, AL, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC66F0537](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC66F0537), May 2, 1966: Maule M-4 (N4715T), Fredericktown, MO, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC66D0094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC66D0094), Apr 11, 1966: Maule M-4 (N12023), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA66F0204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA66F0204-173732), Jan 25, 1966: Maule M-4 (N12016), Beaverton, OR, substantial damage All 69: https://openairdocs.org/model/maule-m-4/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (45) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20210602007529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210602007529A), Jun 2, 2021: Maule M-4 (N4718T), Cascade, ID, Substantial damage. Pilot indicated he landed at Mahoney Creek air strip without mishap, on runway 04 and taxied back taking pictures. When reaching the end of the runway, he… - [Accident 20120710014179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120710014179A), Jul 10, 2012: Maule M-4 (N12026), Springfield, MN, Substantial damage. During the wheel landing, as the pilot was setting the tailwheel down, the aircraft veered right. As a result, the left wintip dragged on the runway and the… - [Incident 20051222033549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051222033549I), Dec 22, 2005: Maule M4 (N4717T), Devils Lake, ND, Minor damage. (-23) The pilot reported that his engine lost power following the application of carburetor heat during landing on runway 31 at the Devils Lake, ND municipal… - [Incident 20040212008559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040212008559I), Feb 12, 2004: Maule M4 (N4717T), Honesdale, PA, Minor damage. (-23) Pilot was giving instruction to student. They made 6 takeoffs/landings to a full stop without incident. On another takeoff, the aircraft engine sputtered… - [Accident 20030413004859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030413004859A), Apr 13, 2003: Maule M4 (N4714T), Danielson, CT, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot stated he was practicing landings at Danielson. On the third one a gust of wind caught him by surprise and the aircraft ground looped. - [Incident 20010330006419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010330006419I), Mar 30, 2001: Maule M4 (N4159C), Glennallen, AK, Minor damage. (-23) On March 30, 2001, the pilot landed a Maule M-4 a/c equipped with skis on jan lake, 2 miles se of lake louise. Pilot slowly back taxied 1/4 mile when the… - [Incident 19991218041169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991218041169I), Dec 18, 1999: Maule M4 (N4724T), Cincinnati, OH, Minor damage. (-23) While en route from madson county airport (uyf) to greater Cincinnati airport (cvg) [privacy data omitted] aircraft began to loose power. The power… - [Accident 19990924027829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990924027829A), Sep 24, 1999: Maule M4 (N4623T), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. (.19) On September 24, 1999, at 1306 Alaska daylight time, a Maule ML-4 airplane, N4623T, sustained substantial damage when it nosed over during takeoff from… - [Accident 19951216040749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951216040749A), Dec 16, 1995: Maule M4 (N12010), Hot Springs, SD, Substantial damage. Blocked engine air intakes to obtain more cabin heat. Lost power. Unable climb on takeoff. Insufficient air flow. (-23) on December 15, 1995, at 1800 MST, a… - [Incident 19940907034499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940907034499I), Sep 7, 1994: Maule M4 (N4611T), Chillicothe, OH, Minor damage. Lost control on touchdown in tail wheel aircraft. Left runway. Collapsed left gear prop and left wing damage. - [Accident 19940530012849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940530012849A), May 30, 1994: Maule M4 (N4710T), Chino, CA, Substantial damage. Lost control, crashed off the right side of runway. - [Accident 19940509010359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940509010359A), May 9, 1994: Maule M4 (N12016), Salina, KS, Substantial damage. Ground looped newly purchased Maule landing in a crosswind. Left main gear collapsed. - [Incident 19940212000649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940212000649I), Feb 12, 1994: Maule M4 (N12032), Mountain Home, ID, Minor damage. Narrative: on February 12, 1994 at approximately 1330 N12032, a Maule M-4, with Mr. Robert dale riebe as PIC and one passenger made a VFR landing at U76 on… - [Incident 19930801031869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930801031869I), Aug 1, 1993: Maule M4 (N4747T), Kansas City, KS, Minor damage. Pilot made a hard landing on Private grass runway. Left main gear failed. - [Incident 19910617033649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910617033649I), Jun 17, 1991: Maule M4 (N4736T), East Lansing, MI, Minor damage. Pilot lost directional control on takeoff roll. Pilot ground looped aircraft. - [Accident 19900601017979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900601017979A), Jun 1, 1990: Maule M4 (N4623T), Little Susitna, AK, Substantial damage. Ran out of fuel en route. Crash landed on tundra. - [Accident 19900331008579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900331008579A), Mar 31, 1990: Maule M4 (N4619T), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Lost directional control on first landing from skis to wheels. Left runway and overturned in a snowbank. - [Incident 19900326010049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900326010049I), Mar 26, 1990: Maule M4 (N12029), Houghton Lake, MI, Minor damage. Pilot lost control and ground looped his aircraft on a crosswind landing. - [Accident 19900316007849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900316007849A), Mar 16, 1990: Maule M4 (N12010), Creston, IA, Substantial damage. Tried to land downwind on a short wet grass runway and slid into a chain link fence. Runway was notamed closed. - [Accident 19890519012439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890519012439A), May 19, 1989: Maule M4 (N4713T), Castleton, NY, Substantial damage. Made precautionary landing on closed grass strip. Had a strip mowed but unable to lift from soft field. Nosed over. - [Accident 19880905038449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880905038449A), Sep 5, 1988: Maule M4 (N12020), Eureka Creek, AK, Substantial damage. Lost control on takeoff from a gravel bar and aircraft nosed over. - [Incident 19870311026709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870311026709I), Mar 11, 1987: Maule M4 (N9802M), Parkersburg, WV, Minor damage. During rollout solo student lost control and aircraft groundlooped. - [Accident 19840923050349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840923050349A), Sep 23, 1984: Maule M4 (N12023), King Salmon, AK, Substantial damage. Lost control taking off in a gusty wind. Veered off the runway into a ditch. Possible gross weight and CG problem. - [Accident 19840901073312A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840901073312A), Sep 1, 1984: Maule M4 (N4622T), The Dalles, OR, Destroyed, 1 fatal. En route from one airport to another, collided with Piper N6499J. - [Accident 19840610023419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840610023419A), Jun 10, 1984: Maule M4 (N540JC), Middletown, OH, Substantial damage. Gust of wind caused hard landing. Right main gear failed. - [Accident 19830902048869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830902048869A), Sep 2, 1983: Maule M4 (N4623T), Monroe, WA, Substantial damage. Pilot lost directional control during takeoff. Aircraft rolled into high grass and flipped inverted. - [Incident 19830410023169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830410023169I), Apr 10, 1983: Maule M4 (N12013), Alliance, NE, Minor damage. During a crosswind landing pilot allowed airplane to ground loop on roll out. - [Accident 19820510015349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820510015349A), May 10, 1982: Maule M4 (N12013), Cozad, NE, Substantial damage. Lost directional control on landing roll in tail wheel aircraft. Groundlooped. - [Incident 19820211007169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820211007169I), Feb 11, 1982: Maule M4 (N4732T), Bethel, AK, Minor damage. Lost control turning off runway on landing roll. Wing hit runway. Gear collapsed during ground loop. - [Incident 19810911068639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810911068639I), Sep 11, 1981: Maule M4 (N4722T), Erwinville, LA, Minor damage. Taxi practice, pilot lost control went into ditch. - [Incident 19791103056739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791103056739I), Nov 3, 1979: Maule M4 (N12014), Talkeetna, AK, Minor damage. During landing, aircraft wheels broke through crusted snow-covered mine strip. Aircraft overturned. - [Accident 19790526009379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790526009379A), May 26, 1979: Maule M4 (N4623T), Englewood, CO, Substantial damage. Pilot lost directional control on landing and ground looped. - [Incident 19780723038979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780723038979I), Jul 23, 1978: Maule M4 (N4709T), Cordova, AK, Minor damage. Both mains collapsed in hard landing. - [Incident 19780529041049I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780529041049I), May 29, 1978: Maule M4 (N4703T), Moses Lake, WA. Pilot smelled smoke and turned to airport. Engine began running rough and quit. Cylinder barrel split. - [Incident 19780504032009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780504032009I), May 4, 1978: Maule M4 (N12014), Palmer, AK, Minor damage. Aircraft ground looped on roll out, wing and prop damaged. - [Accident 19780327005229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780327005229A), Mar 27, 1978: Maule M4 (N12026), Sedalia, MO, Substantial damage - [Accident 19770812018899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770812018899A), Aug 12, 1977: Maule M4 (N12011), Hardin, MT, Substantial damage. 8 Inch stubble on field. Hit ditch at FAR end. Density alt abt 5500FT. - [Accident 19750715021299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750715021299A), Jul 15, 1975: Maule M4 (N12025), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Gust picked up lft wng causing rt wng to hit grnd. - [Accident 19750711024039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750711024039A), Jul 11, 1975: Maule M4 (N12019), Bowdon, GA, Substantial damage. Plt made abrupt ctl mvmt to avoid pwrline. - [Accident 19741006032689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19741006032689A), Oct 6, 1974: Maule M4 (N4730T), Windsor, NY, Substantial damage. Tailwheel struck rwy threshold,hard ldg on main gr. - [Accident 19740921032419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740921032419A), Sep 21, 1974: Maule M4 (N4737T), Coatesville, PA, Substantial damage. Wind gust lifted acft off gnd. - [Accident 19740728029149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740728029149A), Jul 28, 1974: Maule M4180C (N2068U), Lee'S Summit, MO, Destroyed, 2 fatal. T/d l skid. Thought throttle stuck,atmtd go-arnd. Hit N3854J,sub dmg. Vernier throttle friction lock. - [Accident 19740315013599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740315013599A), Mar 15, 1974: Maule M4 (N9809M), Arcadia, FL, Destroyed. Flew into area of tstm activity. Plt time to 7/31/73.ft myers WX-38MILES sw. - [Accident 19730818025849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730818025849A), Aug 18, 1973: Maule M4 (N4736T), Otisville, MI, Substantial damage. Gnd looped to r came to rest on unimproved trrn 60FT from the rwy edge. - [Accident 19730429010359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730429010359A), Apr 29, 1973: Maule M4 (N4622T), Batavia, WI, Substantial damage. Drg ldg roll wheel enctrd soft area,nosed ovr. Scattered clds at 700FT AGL. ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2012FA0000794](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000794), Dec 3, 2012: ENGINE. FAILED. IN CRUISE FLIGHT, THE PILOT EXPERIANCED A CATISROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (150, first 50) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [STC SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02279AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02279AT): Installation of a Boom Beam bulb, starter, and ballast. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA12407AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12407AK): Installation of a wing Strut Tiedown Kit No. SFF-MSTD. Short Final Fabrication LLC - [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA01606CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01606CH): Installation of alternate electro-hydraulic power pack system for operation of main wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA02203AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02203AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV). Genesys Aerosystems Inc - [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc - [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC - [STC SA02153AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153AK): Installation of Burl's Aircraft Rebuild Magnum I tail wheel Penetration ski. Burl's Aircraft Rebuild LLC - [STC SA03819NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03819NY): Installation and maintenance of Oratex 6000 Covering and Coating System. Lanitz-Prena Folien Factory GmbH - [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [STC SA11174SC PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%201): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King) - [STC SA02265SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02265SE): Installation of a camera housing. Airborne Sensor LLC - [STC SA10822SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10822SC): Installation of EFD1000 Primary Flight Display. Aspen Avionics Inc - [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA02549AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02549AK): Fabrication and installation of Lift Struts. Airframes Alaska LLC - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc - [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SA02153LA-D PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153LA-D%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin G600 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02503AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02503AK): Installation of AMSAFE State of the Art Restraint System (SOARS) inflatable restraints. AMSAFE Inc - [STC SA02013CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02013CH): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Traffic Advisory System (TAS). Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA01835WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01835WI): Installation of Trig Avionics TY-96 or TY-97 VHF Communications Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc All 150: https://openairdocs.org/model/maule-m-4/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Meyer Rodney M4](https://openairdocs.org/model/meyer-rodney-m4): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05607EZ - [Douglas M-4](https://openairdocs.org/model/douglas-m-4): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 3026130 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.