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Jan 1, 2026
N56500 accident at Jay Em, WY
Maule M-5-235C — Sys/Comp malf/fail (non-power) at Jay Em, WY
DateJan 1, 2026
Tail numberN56500
AircraftMaule M-5-235C · Maule Lunar Rocket · M5
LocationJay Em, WY
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseWPR26LA075
Probable cause
The loss of directional control and subsequent nose over due to the inadvertent engagement of the right wheel parking brake as a result of cabin floor carpeting migrating between the right brake master cylinder and parking brake locking lever.
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