Mooney M20F
NTSB investigations · 382
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duckdb -csv -c "SELECT c.\"ntsbNumber\", c.\"eventDate\", c.\"eventType\", c.\"eventCity\", c.\"eventStateOrRegion\", a.n_number, a.\"aircraftMake\", a.\"aircraftModel\", c.\"highestInjuryLevel\", c.\"totalFatal\", c.\"completionStatus\", c.report_url
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WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('5870214')
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NTSB ATL04FA061Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney 20F · Campobello, SCThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering for an emergency landing resulting in an inadvertent stall and a collision with trees and the ground during an uncontrolled descent. A factor in the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight…NTSB LAX04LA103Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney 20F · Scottsdale, AZthe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.NTSB FTW03LA188Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Kerrville, TXThe 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.NTSB SEA03FA025Accident · No injuriesField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Tacoma, WAA loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fatigue failure of the crankshaft as a result of an inadequate quality of material during the manufacturing process. Trees were a factor.NTSB FTW02LA253Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Rector, ARThe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall.NTSB NYC02LA119Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20 · Hagerstown, MDThe pilot's failure to perform a go-around and obtain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in an overrun. A factor in the accident was the crosswind condition.NTSB CHI02LA135Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Minneapolis, MNThe pilot did not attain a proper climb rate during the go-around and the intentional wheels up landing. Factors associated with the accident were the inability of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing and the parked…NTSB FTW02LA108Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Grapeland, TXThe loss of engine power due to the #2 connecting rod cap separating from the connecting rod. A contributing factor was the limited forward visibility due to oil on the windscreen.NTSB ATL01LA073Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20 · Belleview, FLThe pilot of the Christian Ealge II, N321JK, failure to maintain visual look out, prior to takeoff.NTSB NYC01LA069Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20 · S. Charleston, WVThe pilot's failure to maintain runway alignment during the landing roll.NTSB IAD00FA079Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Jonestown, PAThe pilot's delay in aborting the landing, which resulted in a collision with transmission wires. Factors in the accident were the pilot's improper inflight decision to attempt a landing with a 14-knot tailwind, and his use of an unapproved pain medication.NTSB LAX00LA214Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Upland, CAThe failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control of the aircraft on takeoff after the cabin door became ajar.NTSB FTW00LA127Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Tomball, TXEngine seizure due to the rupture of an oil cooler line.NTSB NYC00LA115Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20F · Parker, PAThe pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout, due to his distraction with a flock of birds. A factor was the pilot's improper in flight decision to continue the simulated engine failure to too low of an altitude.NTSB DEN99LA133Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Montrose, COThe pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation and his failure to maintain clearance from the signpost. A factor was the signpost.NTSB CHI99LA243Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Marshall, MNthe 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.NTSB MIA99LA191Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Liberty, NCImproper inspection of the muffler assembly resulting in erosion going undetected and the rupture of the muffler and shroud while in cruise flight. The condition caused melting of portions of the air induction system, loss of engine power, and the pilot's…NTSB CHI99FA101Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Cabool, MOThe pilot not maintaining an appropriate airspeed during the turn from base to final resulting in a stall.NTSB LAX99LA035Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Upland, CALoss of engine power due to water contaminated fuel and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane. A factor was the failure of the owner/pilot to properly maintain the airplane.NTSB FTW98FA378Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Fort Collins, COThe pilot's inadvertent stall/mush due to his excessive angle of bank during his traffic pattern turn to base. Factors were the pilot's improper downwind altitude, the pilot not properly setting his Kollsman Window in his altimeter, and the high density…NTSB MIA98LA227Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20F · Rockhill, SCThe pilot's inadequate fuel management which led to fuel exhaustion.NTSB LAX98LA175Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Las Vegas, NVThe pilot's improper remedial action in controlling the aircraft during a go-around in a crosswind which resulted in a collision with a runway light and separation of the landing gear.NTSB FTW98LA246Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Moriarty, NMthe unfavorable wind condition, and failure of the pilot to adequately compensate for the wind condition during the landing flare.NTSB FTW98LA224Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Telluride, COThe pilot exceeded the crosswind capability performance of the aircraft, and his delayed response in initiating a go around. Factors were gusty, crosswind and tailwind conditions, and high density altitude.NTSB SEA98FA062Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Lodgepole, MTThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the terrain after flying into an area of known adverse weather. Factors include low ceilings, fog, snow showers, drizzle, and trees along his intended route.NTSB NYC98LA056Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Ferncliff, VAthe 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…NTSB LAX98LA059Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Safford, AZThe pilot's poor in-flight judgement and intentional flight into known adverse weather conditions. Related factors were, mountainous terrain, rain and fog.NTSB FTW98LA018Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · College Station, TXThe pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a go-around. Factors were :the pilot's premature retraction of the flaps, his lack of total experience in the airplane, the dark night illumination, pilot fatigue, and pressure induced by the passengers to…NTSB MIA97FA242Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Coral Springs, FLThe pilot's misjudging the distance vs. altitude resulting in the collision with the water short of the intended touchdown point of the rough field. Contributing to the accident was the total loss of engine power due to failure of the No. 3 cylinder…NTSB ATL97FA115Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Tallahassee, FLfatigue failure of the crankshaft for undetermined reasons. Related factors were: darkness, and obstructions (trees) in the emergency landing area.NTSB CHI97LA142Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Wheeling, ILbinding of the number four exhaust valve, which resulted in a partial power loss. A factor was the ravine.NTSB FTW97LA153Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Marietta, OKThe 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.NTSB NYC97LA044Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney 20F · Jaffrey, NHThe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during a go around attempt, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with trees.NTSB ATL97LA028Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Daytona Beach, FLThe pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel consumption calculations, and the excessive flow of the fuel injector servo, that combined to result in fuel exhaustion.NTSB IAD97LA031Accident · 2 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Wellsville, NYDescent below the published minimum descent altitude followed by collision with the surrounding terrain.NTSB NYC96LA186Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20K · Islip, NYloss of engine power for undetermined reason(s), which resulted in an emergency/wheels-up landing.NTSB IAD96LA135Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Hanover, PAthe pilot's delay in aborting the landing. Factors related to the accident were: the lack of braking action on the wet grass runway, the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of airplane, and the sign near the departure end of the runway.NTSB CHI96LA182Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Festus, MOthe pilot's not maintaining proper alignment with the runway and his inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor was the crosswind condition.NTSB IAD96LA109Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Cape Charles, VAThe pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision making by continuing flight into known adverse weather conditions. Related factors were the dark night and the winter storm (snow and fog).NTSB FTW95FA359Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Red Cliff, COImproper in-flight planning/decision by the flight crew, and their failure to maintain sufficient airspeed over mountainous terrain, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and collision with terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: high density…NTSB MIA95FA175Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Cedar Key, FLContinued flight by the pilot into known adverse weather (vip level three thunderstorm). The thunderstorm was a related factor.NTSB FTW95LA195Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Frederick, COThe pilot's use of unsuitable terrain for takeoff and his delay in initiating an abort. Factors were a soft and wet air strip.NTSB FTW95LA092Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Miami, OKThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff due to his attention being diverted. Factors were the passenger's seat belt buckle blocking the gear up latching mechanism, and his lack of familiarity with the airplane.NTSB CHI94LA315Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Hanston, KSThe failure of the number two connecting rod. Factors in the accident were the fouled windshield utility wires, the road sign, and the telephone pole.NTSB ATL94LA108Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Williston, TNThe pilot's failure to maintain flying speed which resulted in a stall and a collision with the ground.NTSB CHI94LA061Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Dekalb, ILwas 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.NTSB LAX93LA085Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · So. Lake Tahoe, CAThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft due to gusting cross winds and ice on the runway.NTSB ATL93LA018Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Johnson City, TNThe pilot's improper management of the fuel system.NTSB CHI92LA259Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney 20F · Lacon, ILThe pilot's failure to recognize that the runway he selected for landing was closed. Factors which contributed to the accident were: the pilot's anxiety following the near-collision, and his limited ability to detect the orange-colored marking.NTSB ATL92LA143Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20F · Eufaula, ALThe failure of the fuel injector servo as a result of the sticking bushing between the diaphragms.
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