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NTSB investigation record

WPR26LA075

Completed

Maule M-5-235C· N56500

Date
January 1, 2026
Location
Jay Em, WY
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

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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