Accident Maule M-7-235B N611BY, Monday 24 November 1997

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Date:	Monday 24 November 1997
Time:	14:52 LT
Type:	Maule M-7-235B
Owner/operator:	Private
Registration:	N611BY
MSN:	23021C
Engine model:	Lycoming O-540-B
Fatalities:	Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1
Other fatalities:	0
Aircraft damage:	Substantial
Category:	Accident
Location:	San Martin, CA - United States of America
Phase:	Take off
Nature:	Private
Departure airport:	San Jose, CA (KRHV)
Destination airport:
Investigating agency:	NTSB
Confidence Rating:	Accident investigation report completed and information captured

Narrative:
The pilot reported that he was attempting to takeoff in a 50-degree, 10-knot crosswind condition and lost control of the aircraft. The aircraft was inspected on-scene and no mechanical malfunctions were noted.

Probable Cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control.

Accident investigation: