Mooney M20J
NTSB investigations · 334
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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 ('5870219')
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NTSB NYC01LA052Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Danbury, CTWater/ice in the fuel system and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.NTSB DEN01LA014Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Longmont, COthe total failure of the left main gear strut during the landing roll. A contributing factor was the 6-foot high snow bank that the airplane impacted when it left the runway.NTSB MIA01LA018Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20J · Deland, FLthe dual student's improper use of the brakes and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision which resulted in a loss of directional control and a subsequent ground swerve during which the aircraft exited the runway and collided with a runway sign.NTSB LAX01FA023Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M-20J · Wheaton Springs, CAThe pilot's inadequate weather evaluation and attempted VFR flight into IMC, which resulted in the in-flight collision with mountainous terrain.NTSB DEN00LA143Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Espanola, NMThe lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. A factor was a complete loss of power due to mechanical failure.NTSB LAX00LA215Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Carson City, NVa loss of engine power due to contamination of the fuel system resulting in partial blockage of the cylinder number 2 fuel injection nozzle. A factor in the accident was the high density altitude.NTSB NYC00FA118Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Norton, VAThe pilot's improper weather evaluation, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control. Factors in this accident were icing conditions, and aircraft loading which exceed the airplane's weight and balance limitations.NTSB ATL00FA024Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Odessa, FLThe pilot's failure to maintain a safe altitude and his failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing. A factor was the utility pole.NTSB NYC00LA054Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney 20J · New Milford, CTFailure of 3 of the 4 connecting rods for an undetermined reason.NTSB ATL99FA122Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Gainesville, GAThe pilot's failure to maintain flying speed which resulted in a stall and the subsequent collision with terrain.NTSB LAX99LA287Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Emigrant Gap, CAThe fatigue failure and separation of the number three cylinder due to the cylinder overhaul facility's improper inspection and quality control processes.NTSB CHI99LA280Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Gainesville, MOthe inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot and all available runway exceeded by the pilot. The trees and power lines were contributing factors.NTSB CHI99LA225Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Harbor Springs, MIthe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and his failure to maintain clearance with the trees. Factors associated with the accident were the gusty winds, wind shear, and the trees.NTSB CHI99LA122Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Vienna, ILThe worn ignition points/cam follower assembly, and uneven landing terrain.NTSB MIA99LA091Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · St. Cloud, FLThe improper installation of the propeller by maintenance personnel resulting in fretting of the face of the propeller hub and fatigue failure of the No. 1 propeller blade. Also, the unsuitable terrain encountered during the descent for the forced landing.NTSB FTW99LA027Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · San Angelo, TXThe total loss of engine power due to the magneto failure resulting from oil contamination when the bearing plate retainer screw fractured due to improper manufacturing. Factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing, and the dark night…NTSB CHI99LA022Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Cahokia, ILthe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors associated with the accident were the quartering tailwind and the ditch that the airplane contacted.NTSB MIA99LA004Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Orlando, FLThe failure of the pilot to maintain clearance while taxiing from landing resulting in the on-ground collision with the parked airplane. A factor in the accident was the intentional operation of the airplane by the pilot with known deficiencies in equipment…NTSB FTW98FA354Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Centennial, WYThe pilot's disregard of information provided in weather briefs, and his flight into known adverse weather in mountainous terrain which resulted in an in-flight collision with a mountain. Factors were rain and low ceiling/visibility.NTSB MIA98LA207Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20J · Alexander City, ALThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing rollout and attempted go-around, resulting in departure from the runway and collision with adjacent brush and trees.NTSB NYC98FA095Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Bridgeport, CTThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during night instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were dark night conditions, low ceilings, rain, and his decision to divert to an airport under instrument meteorological conditions…NTSB MIA98LA109Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Daytona Beach, FLthe student's failure to maintain control of the airplane, and the CFI's inadequate supervision. A factor was that the CFI allowed the airplane's sink rate to get excessive during the approach.NTSB NYC98LA072Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Avoca, PAa bird strike.NTSB FTW98LA085Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Westport, OKThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions. A factor was gusty winds.NTSB LAX98FA050Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Sedona, AZthe failure of the pilot to maintain adequate terrain clearance during the climb. Contributing factors were dark night conditions, mountainous/hilly terrain, and mountain wave weather conditions.NTSB ATL98LA016Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Summerland Key, FLthe pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to flare the airplane for landing. The gusty crosswind was a related factor.NTSB LAX97FA253Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Placerville, CAA loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB CHI97FA058Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Cottage Grove, MNfailure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane during an ILS approach. Factors relating to the accident were: the IFR weather conditions, the pilot's lack of recent instrument experience, and the pilot's lack of familiarity in flying the accident…NTSB LAX97FA050Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Scottsdale, AZthe pilot misjudged the landing flare and failed to maintain directional control after a hard bounced landing.NTSB FTW97FA032Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · San Leon, TXThe pilot's inadvertent stall and spin of the airplane. Factors were the pilot's lack of total experience in the make and model of airplane and the weather conditions.NTSB IAD97LA007Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Harlan, KYthe pilot's misjudged distance and speed, and his faiure to attain the proper touchdown point during the landing, which resulted in overrun of the runway and an encounter with terrain.NTSB FTW96LA381Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Biscoe, ARBinding of the flight control system for an undetermined reason.NTSB FTW96LA357Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Lubbock, TXinadequate maintenance by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power when the magneto disengaged from the engine. A related factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.NTSB LAX96LA267Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Honolulu, HIthe failure of both pilots to maintain an adequate clearance from each other while in formation flight.NTSB MIA96LA052Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20 · Eastover, SCinadequate overhaul procedures by maintenance personnel resulting in an oil pump failure and subsequent loss of engine power.NTSB ATL96FA021Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Bay Minette, ALfailure of the alternate air door, which resulted in blockage of air through the induction system. A factor relating to the accident was: failure to comply with Safety Bulletin SB-M20-253.NTSB NYC95LA222Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Jonestown, PAthe pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a go-around.NTSB FTW95FA306Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Crawford, COpilot incapacitation due to preexisting medical condition.NTSB NYC95LA154Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Belmar, NJThe student pilot's (1) misjudged flare (2) inadequate recovery from a bounced landing (3) failure to maintain directional control and the certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision.NTSB CHI95LA139Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Kirksville, MOthe loss of engine power due to failure of the engine's hydraulic tappet body heads. Related factors in the accident were the restricted visual lookout, and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing.NTSB NYC95LA092Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Cleveland, OHthe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's improper decision to fly an extended landing pattern after experiencing a partial loss of engine power.NTSB LAX95LA125Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Pacoima, CAthe failure of the engine overhaul shop to install the correct gasket stack on the propeller governor pad as required by the engine manufacturer.NTSB MIA95LA056Accident · Minor injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney 20J · St. Petersburg, FLThe failure of the No. 3 connecting rod bolt due to oil starvation for undetermined reasons. This resulted in a total loss of engine power, forced landing, and subsequent ditching.NTSB NYC95LA046Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Huber Heights, OHThe pilot's inadequate inflight decision/planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. A factor is the pilot's inadequate preflight planning.NTSB MIA95WA045Accident · No injuriesForeign investigationMooney M20J · Spanish Cay, BahamasNTSB CHI95LA057Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Scott City, KSthe pilot's failure to attain compensation for wind conditions. A factor was the crosswind condition.NTSB NYC95FA031Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Brewster, MAFailure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane during a missed approach. A factor related to the accident was: the deteriorating weather condition with a low ceiling and rain.NTSB ATL94LA176Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Chamblee, GAThe pilot's improper flare that resulted a in hard landing, followed by his improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his failure to maintain directional control during the attempted go- around.NTSB LAX94LA284Accident · Serious injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportMooney M-20J · Tucson, AZa loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.NTSB BFO94FA091Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportMooney M20J · Edgartown, MAThe pilot's inadequate preflight inspection that failed to remove the pitot tube cover which led to loss of control of the aircraft.
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