1980 Mooney M20K
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
VFRDescription
History; This aircraft was originally registered in the United States under the registration N4042H, which it carried until 1992. Since then, it has been registered in Germany as D-ETIB. Throughout its operational life, the aircraft has been subject to consistent oversight and maintenance, including two ACAM (Aircraft Continuing Airworthiness Monitoring) inspections as part of the European airworthiness monitoring program, confirming its continued compliance with applicable safety and maintenance standards. Aircraft Subject to Prior Sale or Removal from Market without Notice. Specification Subject to Verification by Purchaser.
Engine
Continental TSIO-360-GB1, rated at 210 hp TBO 1800 h or 12 12 years recommended 1191 SMOH compl. in 1987
Propeller
Mühlbauer MTV-12D/180-17, 3-blade TBO 1.200 h or 6 years recommended 45 h SPOH, compl. in 2012
Interior
Light Brown leather interior in very good condition (7 of 10).
Exterior
All over White with Blue & Silver stripes in excellent condition (8 of 10).
Inspection
Annual: July Maintenance: The current Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) is valid until 19. October 2026. The most recent 100-hour inspection was successfully completed in October 2025 at a total time of 2.183 flight hours, confirming the aircraft’s continued compliance with all maintenance and safety requirements.
Modifications / STCs
• Intercooler
• Fuel Computer FT101
• 4-place intercom
• Radar Alt (u/s)
• ELT / PLB
• Oxygen system
• Speed brakes
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Klaus Kuehl
avbuyer.com
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$115,698
$117,021
|
Germany | Mar 16, 2026 | — | Active | |
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K-aircraft Jets & Props, Inh. Klaus Kuehl
aircraft24.com
|
$135,635 *
US$ 115,908
|
Germany | Mar 21, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
K-aircraft Jets & Props
planecheck.com
|
$115,907 *
€ 99,500
|
Germany | May 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
K-aircraft Jets & Props
controller.com
|
$116,276
$115,370
|
Schwabmunchen, Bavaria, Germany | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Listing Source
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$119,445 *
AUD $166,328
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Schwabmunchen, Bavaria, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active | |
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K-aircraft Jets & Props
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$116,862 *
GBP £86,741
|
Schwabmunchen, Bavaria, Germany | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Mooney M20K
This 1980 Mooney M20K (D-ETIB) is a single engine piston with 2,190 hours on the airframe. There are currently 45 M20K aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $68,729 to $326,500. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $116,276.
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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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (D-ETIB) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB database checked for D-ETIB.
Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (D-ETIB). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.
Airworthiness Directives — Mooney M20K
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 2 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Mooney Aircraft Corporation Models M20B, M20C, M20D, M20E, M20F, M20G, M20J, M20K, M20L, M20M, and M20R Airplanes
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View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Mooney M20K
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
E051424 LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #2 GUSSETT IS CORRODED. RAR THE LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #2 GUSSET IAW EMB 145 SRM 51-40-02.
E051425 LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #3 GUSSETT IS CORRODED. RAR LH CABIN OMEGA BEAM #3 GUSSET IAW EMB 145 SRM 51-40-02.
E050583 LH OMEGA BEAM GUSSET CORRODED BTWN FR 50-51. RAR THE LH OMEGA BEAM GUSSET BTWN FR 45-53 IAW EMB 145 SRM 51-40-02.
SUBJECT: REPETITIVE VIOLATIONS OF PART 43: SIGNING TOURISM BY A&P MECHANIC DESIGNATED TO ACT ACCORDING TO BUT NOT COMPLYING WITH PART 43.3 D.MAJOR DAMAGE ON ENGINE DURING REINSTALLATION IN GERMANY AFTER TOTAL OVERHAUL IN USA BY NEGLEGENCE OF MANUFACT...
REAR NOSE GEAR TRUSS BROKE UPON LANDING. MECHANIC SUSPECTED AIRLINE CRACK IN PART THAT WAS NOT OBSERVABLE DURING INSPECTIONS. THIS SDR IS BEING SUBMITTED BY FAA ASI, FOR THE OWNER, WHO IS IIC FOR THE INCIDENT THAT THIS AIRCRAFT WAS INVOLVED IN.
THE BAGGAGE DOOR WAS LATCHED PRIOR TO FLIGHT. AFTER TAKEOFF AT ABOUT 500 FEET AGL THE BAGGAGE DOOR BLEW OPEN AND SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. THE PILOT LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. UPON LANDING AN A&P INSPECTED THE LATCH AND OBSERVED IT WAS ST...
DURING THE TAKEOFF ROLL, THE PILOT'S SEAT SUDDENLY BROKE LOOSE AND MOVED FULL AFT. THE CAUSE WAS FOUND TO BE A CRACKED BELLCRANK TUBE UNDER THE PILOT'S SEAT. I WILL FORWARD PHOTOS.
FUEL LINE FROM PRIMER SOLENOID TO THROTTLE BODY,BROKE IN HALF UNDER B-NUT, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO LOSE FUEL SUPPLY TO THROTTLE BODY.
V BAND CLAMP HOLDING TURBOCHARGER ONTO EXHAUST BROKE AT THE SPOT WELD.
(CAN) OWNER ASK TO HAVE A FUEL LEAK REPAIRED AND COMPLAINED THAT FUEL DRAINING WAS VERY SLOW. AFTER DRAINING TANKS IT WAS NOTED THAT AN UNAPPROVED REPAIR HAD BEEN UNDERTAKEN AND THE SEALANT APPLIED COVERED THE DRAIN CHANNEL TO THE QUICK DRAIN. IN ORD...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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