Mooney M20F Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 167 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2023 | Meridianville, AL | N9339M | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while on final approach to land, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, a loss of a…The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while on final approach to land, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, a loss of airplane control, and impact with terrain. |
| Jun 27, 2021 | Marion, MT | N9613M | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s improper rotation during takeoff from a high-altitude airport and his failure to abort the takeoff, which resulted in an impact with trees…The pilot’s improper rotation during takeoff from a high-altitude airport and his failure to abort the takeoff, which resulted in an impact with trees and terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper management of the turbocharger, which reduced the engine’s maximum performance during the ground run. |
| Feb 08, 2015 | Avignon, FR | F-BOLV | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 11, 2008 | Ridgeland, SC | N9137V | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind during landing. A factor contributing to the accident was the crosswind. |
| Jul 18, 2003 | Kerrville, TX | N353JT | Minor | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to the failure of the number three cylinder as the result of undertorqued cylinder bolts. A contributing factor was the …The loss of engine power due to the failure of the number three cylinder as the result of undertorqued cylinder bolts. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Sep 07, 2002 | Rector, AR | N6369Q | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. |
| Jun 03, 2000 | UPLAND, CA | N9207V | Minor | substantial | The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control of the aircraft on takeoff after the cabin door became ajar. |
| Apr 19, 2000 | TOMBALL, TX | N7038V | Minor | substantial | Engine seizure due to the rupture of an oil cooler line. |
| Jul 19, 1999 | MARSHALL, MN | N7141V | Minor | substantial |
the inadvertent stall and the checklist not followed by the pilot. Contributing factors were the baggage door not secured and the precautionary landi…the inadvertent stall and the checklist not followed by the pilot. Contributing factors were the baggage door not secured and the precautionary landing attempt by the pilot. |
| Dec 28, 1997 | FERNCLIFF, VA | N9717M | Minor | destroyed |
the improper installation of the engine oil temperature probe which resulted in oil starvation and a total loss of engine power. A factor in the acci…the improper installation of the engine oil temperature probe which resulted in oil starvation and a total loss of engine power. A factor in the accident was the pilot's overflight of available airports in an effort to reach the 'Nearest Airport' displayed on his loran equipment during the subsequent forced landing. |
| Apr 06, 1997 | MARIETTA, OK | N6492Q | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate short field takeoff. A factor was the pilot's lack of recent experience in short field takeoffs from a grass/turf runway. |
| May 14, 1995 | FREDERICK, CO | N9399V | Minor | substantial | THE PILOT'S USE OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN FOR TAKEOFF AND HIS DELAY IN INITIATING AN ABORT. FACTORS WERE A SOFT AND WET AIR STRIP. |
| Sep 08, 1994 | HANSTON, KS | N9310V | Minor | destroyed |
The failure of the number two connecting rod. Factors in the accident were the fouled windshield utility wires, the road sign, and the telephone pole…The failure of the number two connecting rod. Factors in the accident were the fouled windshield utility wires, the road sign, and the telephone pole. |
| Jan 11, 1994 | DEKALB, IL | N6323Q | Minor | substantial |
was an aborted takeoff not performed by the pilot-in-command. Factors related to the accident were the partial power loss for undetermined reasons an…was an aborted takeoff not performed by the pilot-in-command. Factors related to the accident were the partial power loss for undetermined reasons and the continued operation of the airplane with a deficiency. |
| Jul 23, 1992 | EUFAULA, AL | N6730N | Minor | substantial | THE FAILURE OF THE FUEL INJECTOR SERVO AS A RESULT OF THE STICKING BUSHING BETWEEN THE DIAPHRAGMS. |
| Sep 15, 1991 | KENT, WA | N3492N | Minor | substantial |
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND PROPER RUNWAY ALIGNMENT DURING THE LANDING AND GO-AROUND (ABORTED LANDING). FACTORS RELATED …FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND PROPER RUNWAY ALIGNMENT DURING THE LANDING AND GO-AROUND (ABORTED LANDING). FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE AND IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING, WHICH RESULTED IN A PORPOISE. |
| Feb 15, 1988 | BIRMINGHAM, AL | N7448V | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 09, 1987 | CALDWELL, NJ | N9374V | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jul 21, 1986 | WEST MILFORD, NJ | N7040V | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Mar 06, 1985 | ROCK HILL, SC | N6399Q | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 18, 1983 | BENTON, KS | N7413V | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 25, 1983 | ANNISTON, AL | N43NC | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Dec 03, 1982 | NORTH CALDWELL, NY | N6871V | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 18, 1982 | MAUPIN, OR | N6879V | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |