1965 Mooney M20E
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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Description
Airframe Serial Number: 947 TT: 3495:08 hours Engine Make/Model: Lycoming IO-360-A1A, S/N: L-22266-51A, 200 HP TT: 2858:52 hours TSOH: 1053:16 hours Overhauled in January 1991 Cylinder Number 3 overhauled 24/04/2012 at TSOH: 539:49 Magnetos 500 hours inspection performed 08/06/2012 at TSOH: 539:49 Propeller Make/Model: Two bladed Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BFP/F7497, SN: NS702B, Shimitar Blades Installed new in 2012 with new spinner TT: 513:27 hours TSOH: 157:28 hours Overhauled with propeller governor on 18/07/2019 by Franklin in Polen Not affected by the repetitive inspection Advisory Directory Interior Original, red Fabric, condition 7/10 Exterior Original Design, white with grey & red accents, condition 5/10 Avionics PC Positive Control Wing Leveller (factory installation) Garmin GNS430 NAV-COM-GPS Garmin GA56 Antenna Bendix King KY92 COM Garmin GI108 NAV Indicator Bendix King KN62A DME Bendix King KA134 Audio Panel PS Engineering PM10001 II Intercom with connections for all occupants Music Input Jack Garmin GTX328 Transponder S Sandia SAE 5-35 Blind Encoder Artex ME406 ELT with 2C126 Remote Switch 2 Altimeters Remote Compass Concorde RG35AXC Battery Options PC Positive Control Wing Leveler Retractable entrance step Manual Landing Gear (Johnson Bar) Hydraulic Flaps Navigatin Lights Strobe Lights Belly Rotating Beacon LED Landing Light Remarks Always Hangered Exhaust System overhauled by Acorn Welding Canada in November 2022 Invested over 17’000 Euro in maintenance work & ARC renewal in 2022 Navigation Lights Annual Inspection completed January 2024 ARC Valid Through 24/07/2025 Transponder Test performed 12/07/2023 Magnetic Compass Swing perfromed January 2024 Last Weighed: 15/12/2010 In Switzerland since new, imported 06/04/1966 with 43 hours total time Complete log books 17/04/1968 at TT: 663:20 Substained repairs 20/05/1970 at TT: 687:13, Accident with disassembly, fire wall repairs, replaced: fuselage tubular structure, wing, engine mount, propeller, overhauled engine 14/04/1971 at TT: 815:01, Accident wiith fuselage structural repair, engine, new propeller Maintained by the same company since 1996 Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Engine
Make/Model: Lycoming IO-360-A1A, S/N: L-22266-51A, 200 HP TT: 2858:52 hours TSOH: 1053:16 hours Overhauled in January 1991 Cylinder Number 3 overhauled 24/04/2012 at TSOH: 539:49 Magnetos 500 hours inspection performed 08/06/2012 at TSOH: 539:49 Propeller Make/Model: Two bladed Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BFP/F7497, SN: NS702B, Shimitar Blades Installed new in 2012 with new spinner TT: 513:27 hours TSOH: 157:28 hours Overhauled with propeller governor on 18/07/2019 by Franklin in Polen Not affected by the repetitive inspection Advisory Directory Interior Original, red Fabric, condition 7/10 Exterior Original Design, white with grey & red accents, condition 5/10 Avionics PC Positive Control Wing Leveller (factory installation) Garmin GNS430 NAV-COM-GPS Garmin GA56 Antenna Bendix King KY92 COM Garmin GI108 NAV Indicator Bendix King KN62A DME Bendix King KA134 Audio Panel PS Engineering PM10001 II Intercom with connections for all occupants Music Input Jack Garmin GTX328 Transponder S Sandia SAE 5-35 Blind Encoder Artex ME406 ELT with 2C126 Remote Switch 2 Altimeters Remote Compass Concorde RG35AXC Battery Options PC Positive Control Wing Leveler Retractable entrance step Manual Landing Gear (Johnson Bar) Hydraulic Flaps Navigatin Lights Strobe Lights Belly Rotating Beacon LED Landing Light Remarks Always Hangered Exhaust System overhauled by Acorn Welding Canada in November 2022 Invested over 17’000 Euro in maintenance work & ARC renewal in 2022 Navigation Lights Annual Inspection completed January 2024 ARC Valid Through 24/07/2025 Transponder Test performed 12/07/2023 Magnetic Compass Swing perfromed January 2024 Last Weighed: 15/12/2010 In Switzerland since new, imported 06/04/1966 with 43 hours total time Complete log books 17/04/1968 at TT: 663:20 Substained repairs 20/05/1970 at TT: 687:13, Accident with disassembly, fire wall repairs, replaced: fuselage tubular structure, wing, engine mount
Propeller
Propeller, two bladed Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BFP/F7497, SN: NS702B, Shimitar Blades Installed new in 2012 with new spinner TT: 513:27 hours TSOH: 157:28 hours Overhauled with propeller governor on 18/07/2019 by Franklin in Polen Not affected by the repetitive inspection Advisory Directory
Interior
Original, red Fabric, condition 7/10 Exterior Original Design, white with grey & red accents, condition 5/10 Avionics PC Positive Control Wing Leveller (factory installation) Garmin GNS430 NAV-COM-GPS Garmin GA56 Antenna Bendix King KY92 COM Garmin GI108 NAV Indicator Bendix King KN62A DME Bendix King KA134 Audio Panel PS Engineering PM10001 II Intercom with connections for all occupants Music Input Jack Garmin GTX328 Transponder S Sandia SAE 5-35 Blind Encoder Artex ME406 ELT with 2C126 Remote Switch 2 Altimeters Remote Compass Concorde RG35AXC Battery Options PC Positive Control Wing Leveler Retractable entrance step Manual Landing Gear (Johnson Bar) Hydraulic Flaps Navigatin Lights Strobe Lights Belly Rotating Beacon LED Landing Light Remarks Always Hangered Exhaust System overhauled by Acorn Welding Canada in November 2022 Invested over 17’000 Euro in maintenance work & ARC renewal in 2022 Navigation Lights Annual Inspection completed January 2024 ARC Valid Through 24/07/2025 Transponder Test performed 12/07/2023 Magnetic Compass Swing perfromed January 2024 Last Weighed: 15/12/2010 In Switzerland since new, imported 06/04/1966 with 43 hours total time Complete log books 17/04/1968 at TT: 663:20 Substained repairs 20/05/1970 at TT: 687:13, Accident with disassembly, fire wall repairs, replaced: fuselage tubular structure, wing, engine mount, propeller, overhauled engine 14/04/1971 at TT: 815:01, Accident wiith fuselage structural repair, engine, new propeller Maintained by the same company since 1996 Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Exterior
Original Design, white with grey & red accents, condition 5/10 Avionics PC Positive Control Wing Leveller (factory installation) Garmin GNS430 NAV-COM-GPS Garmin GA56 Antenna Bendix King KY92 COM Garmin GI108 NAV Indicator Bendix King KN62A DME Bendix King KA134 Audio Panel PS Engineering PM10001 II Intercom with connections for all occupants Music Input Jack Garmin GTX328 Transponder S Sandia SAE 5-35 Blind Encoder Artex ME406 ELT with 2C126 Remote Switch 2 Altimeters Remote Compass Concorde RG35AXC Battery Options PC Positive Control Wing Leveler Retractable entrance step Manual Landing Gear (Johnson Bar) Hydraulic Flaps Navigatin Lights Strobe Lights Belly Rotating Beacon LED Landing Light Remarks Always Hangered Exhaust System overhauled by Acorn Welding Canada in November 2022 Invested over 17’000 Euro in maintenance work & ARC renewal in 2022 Navigation Lights Annual Inspection completed January 2024 ARC Valid Through 24/07/2025 Transponder Test performed 12/07/2023 Magnetic Compass Swing perfromed January 2024 Last Weighed: 15/12/2010 In Switzerland since new, imported 06/04/1966 with 43 hours total time Complete log books 17/04/1968 at TT: 663:20 Substained repairs 20/05/1970 at TT: 687:13, Accident with disassembly, fire wall repairs, replaced: fuselage tubular structure, wing, engine mount, propeller, overhauled engine 14/04/1971 at TT: 815:01, Accident wiith fuselage structural repair, engine, new propeller Maintained by the same company since 1996 Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Inspection
Annual Inspection completed January 2024 ARC Valid Through 24/07/2025
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About This Mooney M20E
This 1965 Mooney M20E (HB-DET) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,495 hours on the airframe. There are currently 36 M20E aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $40,000 to $190,000.
The M20E cruises at 160 kts (296 km/h) with a range of 880 nm (1,630 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,800 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $110/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $15,000. With 3,495 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 2 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Mooney M20E — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (HB-DET) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Mooney M20E
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 2 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
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View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Mooney M20E
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
AIRCRAFT CRASHED DURING AN ATTEMPTED OFF-AIRPORT LANDING NEAR ALPINE, ARKANSAS. THE PILOT WAS UNINJURED BUT THE AIRCRAFT SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. THE PILOT EXPERIENCED SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING AND BOTH CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) DETECTORS...
ON APRIL 2, 2024, N86UM (MOONEY M20E), CRASHED DURING AN ATTEMPTED OFF-AIRPORT LANDING NEAR ALPINE, ARKANSAS. THE PILOT WAS NOT INJURED BUT THE AIRCRAFT SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. THE PILOT EXPERIENCED SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING AND BOT...
ON APRIL 2, 2024, N86UM (MOONEY M20E) CRASHED DURING AN ATTEMPTED OFF-AIRPORT LANDING NEAR ALPINE, AR. THE PILOT WAS UNINJURED BUT THE AIRCRAFT SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. THE PILOT EXPERIENCED SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING AND BOTH CARBON ...
HAVE HAD THE KI300 ATTITUDE INDICATOR REPLACED TWICE DUE TO BUILDING UP ERRONEOUS ERRORS AND BECOMING UNSAFE IN FLIGHT. IT WARMS UP AND ALIGNS CORRECT, JUST LIKE MY OTHER, BUT AFTER ANYWHERE BETWEEN 10-30 MINS OF FLIGHT IT BECOMES UTTERLY INACCURATE ...
REPLACED THE ENGINE MOUNTED LW-15473 MECHANICAL FUEL PUMP WITH A 62B26931 PUMP. PER LYCOMING SL L255A, THE 62B26931 PUMP IS A DIRECT REPLACEMENT FOR THE LW-15473. THIS WAS ALSO CONFIRMED WITH PHONE CALLS TO THE MANUFACTURER. HOWEVER, DURING INITIA...
THE MECHANICAL LW-15473 FUEL PUMP WAS BEING REPLACED DUE TO AGE. UPON REVIEW OF LYCOMING SL L255A, IT APPEARED THAT THE 62B26931 WAS A DIRECT REPLACEMENT. UPON INSTALLATION THE AIRCRAFT WAS PULLED OUT FOR A RUN UP. USING THE SAME START TECHNIQUE W...
LANDING GEAR ACTUATOR SEIZED DURING GEAR EXTENSION. SEIZURE OF THE ELECTRIC MOTOR PREVENTED THE ROTATION OF THE MANUAL GEAR EXTENSION SYSTEM. LOGBOOK ENTRY 281 HRS PRIOR TO FAILURE STATED "CLEANED AND INSPECTED ARMATURE AND BRUSHES IN LANDING GEAR M...
ENGINE QUIT DURING TAKEOFF. AFTER CONSIDERABLE TROUBLESHOOTING IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP WAS AFFECTED BY AD 93-11-11 . THE PUMP EXHIBITED ALL THE SYMPTOMS AND FAILURES THAT THE AD NOTE ADDRESSED. INSTALLED A FACTORY NEW FUE...
HID BALLAST WIRE HARNESS THE LIGHT END MELTED AT LIGHT.
AFTER SELECTING GEAR UP, LANDING GEAR INDICATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER WOULD TRIP. ACFT COMPLETED FLIGHT WITH NO INCIDENT, AS THE GEAR IS MANUALLY DRIVEN. UPON INVESTIGATING THE PROBLEM, THE THROTTLE SWITCH WAS DISCOVERED TO BE THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM. ...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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