I immediately advised ATC because I realized I could not safely land the plane and was not sure I had full control with the envelope protection system engagement. After advising ATC I reverted to my training, prioritizing aviate, navigate, and communicate.
Aircraft
Attempted takeoff in wet sand bends Maule
The pilot’s decision to depart from an area of wet sand, which resulted in a nose over during the attempted takeoff.
Microburst ends training flight
The airplane’s encounter with a microburst during initial climb that resulted in a loss of altitude and subsequent collision with a tree.
Leaky valve ends training flight early
At 2,000 feet the engine sputtered and we lost fuel pressure and I noticed we had four gallons of fuel. I knew at this point we were losing fuel.
Crosswind causes first solo to go awry
I caught myself thinking about how I am now 100% responsible for this landing and my instructor is no longer around to get me out of small mistakes that can turn into big ones. This sparked some fear in me as I approach the runway and clouded some of my decision-making skills.
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Brothers crash while intentionally flying low
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain while intentionally maneuvering the airplane at low altitudes, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings.
Post-maintenance flight goes awry
The loss of lateral/bank control during takeoff due to the pilot’s decision to operate the airplane with a known fuel imbalance.