MINR · Maule MX-7-180AC · 2001-04-14 · Buffalo, MN, USA
Event
NTSB number
CHI01LA115
Event ID
20010416X00762
Type
Accident
Date
2001-04-14
Location
Buffalo, MN, USA
Coordinates
45.170925, -93.859642
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
2
Total aboard
3
Aircraft
Make
Maule
Model
MX-7-180AC
Registration
N4261E
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
the water contamination of the aircraft's fuel system and the inadequate preflight performed by the pilot. The muddy terrain was a contributing factor.