Mooney M20C Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 215 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2004 | Clovis, NM | N6958V | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision making during an instrument approach resulting in the pilot's intentional descent below approach …the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision making during an instrument approach resulting in the pilot's intentional descent below approach minimums, and the pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance resulting in the in-flight collision with an object. Contributing factors include the dark night light conditions, and the wires. |
| Feb 07, 2004 | MESA, AZ | N9675M | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in a collision with an airport sign. |
| Jan 11, 2004 | Mazamitla, MX | N6763V | Incident | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jan 03, 2004 | Amarillo, TX | N6834N | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot's incapacitation due to chest pains, resulting in a loss of control. |
| Aug 31, 2003 | Watsonville, CA | N707JH | Serious (3) | substantial |
the non-instrument rated pilot's intentional continuance of VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions and failure to maintain clearance wit…the non-instrument rated pilot's intentional continuance of VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions and failure to maintain clearance with terrain. |
| Jul 26, 2003 | Blanding, UT | N35KR | Fatal (4) | destroyed | the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in a stall/spin. |
| Jul 13, 2003 | Utica, OH | N33WL | Minor | substantial | The pilot's improper fuel consumption calculations, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A factor was the unsuitable terrain. |
| Jul 01, 2003 | Englewood, CO | N2686W | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the gusting crosswinds and the high densit…the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the gusting crosswinds and the high density altitude. |
| Jun 14, 2003 | Boise, ID | N6806U | Incident | substantial | Failure of the welds on the nose landing gear retraction truss during taxi for takeoff.. |
| Apr 01, 2003 | Lakeland, FL | N2652W | Serious | minor |
The inadequate visual lookout of the pilot and the ground marshaller resulting in the ground marshaller being struck by the wing of the taxiing airpla…The inadequate visual lookout of the pilot and the ground marshaller resulting in the ground marshaller being struck by the wing of the taxiing airplane and receiving serious injury. |
| Mar 09, 2003 | Colo Springs, CO | N9313V | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing factors include the downdra…the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing factors include the downdraft, crosswind and gusty wind conditions. |
| Jan 08, 2003 | WARNER SPRINGS, CA | N5629Q | Fatal (1) | destroyed | the pilot's loss of control during flight as a result of incapacitation due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. |
| Aug 25, 2002 | Warroad, MN | N9274V | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power due to the failure of the muffler baffles which blocked the exhaust system. A factor to the accident was the treeline. |
| Jun 30, 2002 | Watkins, CO | N6283U | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to use the pre-landing checklist, resulting in an inadvertent wheels up landing. |
| Mar 11, 2002 | Glenwood Sprngs, CO | N1323D | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control due to spatial disorientation, resulting in a collision with terrain. Contributing factors were the p…the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control due to spatial disorientation, resulting in a collision with terrain. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack of an instrument rating and the dark night conditions. |
| Dec 30, 2001 | Martinsville, VA | N6779U | Minor | substantial | The pilot's premature rotation and his failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. |
| Dec 29, 2001 | Gainesville, GA | N6953V | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, resulting from fuel system blockage and improper maintenance by maintenance personnel. A factor was t…The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, resulting from fuel system blockage and improper maintenance by maintenance personnel. A factor was the unsuitable terrain. |
| Dec 11, 2001 | Netarts, OR | N5774Q | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Reason for occurrence undetermined. |
| Nov 18, 2001 | High Springs, FL | N6753U | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation and failure to ensure sufficient fuel was available to complete the flight, which resulted in fuel…The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation and failure to ensure sufficient fuel was available to complete the flight, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, a forced landing, and damage to the aircraft when it collided with a fence during the landing rollout. |
| Aug 07, 2001 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | N78933 | Minor | substantial |
The failure of the mechanic who installed the carburetor after overhaul to safety the throttle linkage at the carburetor per an Airworthiness Directiv…The failure of the mechanic who installed the carburetor after overhaul to safety the throttle linkage at the carburetor per an Airworthiness Directive resulting in separation of the throttle linkage and subsequent partial loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot-in-command during the forced landing. |
| Jun 28, 2001 | Tucson, AZ | N311X | Incident | substantial |
The airplane's collision with a perimeter roadway vehicular traffic sign due to the pilot's diverted attention and inadequate visual lookout while tax…The airplane's collision with a perimeter roadway vehicular traffic sign due to the pilot's diverted attention and inadequate visual lookout while taxiing from landing. A contributing factor was the lack of sign conspicuity. |
| Feb 06, 2001 | PECKVILLE, PA | N1914Y | Incident | substantial | loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Jan 13, 2001 | Somerset, MA | N1398W | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's inadequate visual lookout. A factor was the dusk lighting conditions. |
| Nov 30, 2000 | HAZARD, KY | N942TB | Minor | — |
The incorrect routing of the cabin air scat tubing by an unknown person, which resulted in a carbon monoxide leak into the cabin, and subsequent pilot…The incorrect routing of the cabin air scat tubing by an unknown person, which resulted in a carbon monoxide leak into the cabin, and subsequent pilot incapacitation. |
| Jul 24, 2000 | ERIE, CO | N5549Q | Incident | substantial | Failure by the pilot to follow procedures and lower the landing gear. |