# Mooney M20L - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 5870221 - Manufacturer (registry): MOONEY - Model: M20L - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 4 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 2A3](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/2A3) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Mooney International Corporation - Registered aircraft: 16 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/mooney-m20l Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2012-05-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-05-09): Stabilizers · Mooney M20B, M20C, M20D and 10 more. Effective Mar 20, 2012 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [AD 98-24-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-24-11): Aileron Control Links · Mooney M20B, M20C, M20D and 8 more. Effective Dec 28, 1998 - [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998 - [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998 - [AD 97-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-08): Fuel Filler Cap Assembly · Mooney M20F, M20J and M20L. Effective Jan 20, 1998 - [AD 75-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-23-04): Electric Gear Systems · Mooney M20, M20A, M20B and 12 more. Effective Dec 8, 1975 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (4) - [SAIB 2023-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2023-02): Landing Gear System. Issued Mar 3, 2023 - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 - [SAIB CE-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-12): Landing Gear System. Issued Mar 14, 2014 - [SAIB NE-13-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-32): Propeller Spinner Section. Issued May 9, 2013 ## Registered aircraft (16) - [N111MM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111MM): [Hazaveh Kami](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAZAVEH%20KAMI), [Reading, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Reading), S/N 26-0026 - [N133MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N133MP): [Morristown Helicopter Services](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MORRISTOWN%20HELICOPTER%20SERVICES), [Ft Lauderdale, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Ft%20Lauderdale), S/N 26-0012 - [N134MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N134MP): [Mcalpine David B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCALPINE%20DAVID%20B), [Fort Worth, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Worth), S/N 26-0014 - [N136MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N136MP): [Benjamin Freelove Aerobatics LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BENJAMIN%20FREELOVE%20AEROBATICS%20LLC), [Petaluma, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Petaluma), S/N 26-0016 - [N141MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N141MP): [Plane Fun Inc Tr Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20FUN%20INC%20TR%20TRUSTEE), [Snellville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Snellville), S/N 26-0021 - [N142MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N142MP): [Riek Reuben Carl](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIEK%20REUBEN%20CARL), [Menomonie, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Menomonie), S/N 26-0023 - [N143MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N143MP): [Vpma1 Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VPMA1%20INC), [San Francisco, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Francisco), S/N 26-0024 - [N144MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N144MP): [Boyer Kenneth C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOYER%20KENNETH%20C), [Springfield, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Springfield), S/N 26-0025 - [N149MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N149MP): [Sheffield Douglas James](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHEFFIELD%20DOUGLAS%20JAMES), [Longmont, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Longmont), built 1988, S/N 26-0030 - [N154MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N154MP): [Watts Glenn A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WATTS%20GLENN%20A), [Corrales, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Corrales), built 1988, S/N 26-0034 - [N157MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N157MP): [Mar J Enterprises Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAR%20J%20ENTERPRISES%20INC), [Coral Gables, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Coral%20Gables), S/N 26-0029 - [N42MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N42MP): [Mcalpine David B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCALPINE%20DAVID%20B), [Fort Worth, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Worth), S/N 26-0004 - [N63MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N63MP): [Pressley Brent DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRESSLEY%20BRENT%20DBA), [Morristown, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Morristown), S/N 26-0020 - [N72MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N72MP): [Miter Cap LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MITER%20CAP%20LLC), [Kerhonkson, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Kerhonkson), S/N 26-0008 - [N78MP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N78MP): [Wolf Franz G Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOLF%20FRANZ%20G%20JR), [Moorpark, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Moorpark), built 1988, S/N 26-0010 - [N823TH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N823TH): [Spanos Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPANOS%20MICHAEL), [Fort Lauderdale, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Lauderdale), built 1988, S/N 26-0031 ## STCs approved for it (204, first 50) - [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA00071SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00071SE): Cockpit sun visor installation.. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC - [STC SA00072BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00072BO): Installation of Avidyne Model 5RR-MFC-3XX-( ) multifunctional flight computer and Ryan International TCAD Model 9900B Traffic Alert and Collision Device.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC - [STC SA00105BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00105BO): Installation of BF Goodrich WX-500 Stormscope Series II Weather Mapping Sensor to interface with Avidyne Model 5RR-MFC-1XX-() Multifunction Flight Computer.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00133AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00133AT): Installation of 0.250 inch side windows.. Mod Works Inc - [STC SA00149BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00149BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Volt and Vac Alert System, P/N 2044-1. Aircraft Components Inc - [STC SA00161BO (2 OF 3](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00161BO%20(2%20OF%203): Installation of Avidyne Corporation FlightMax 700-00007-( ) EX500 Multi-Function Display.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00165BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00165BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Datalink Coupler, part number 700-00015-000 per Avidyne Corporation Master Document List, Document No. AVACP-006 dtd 1/2/93 or later FAA-approved revisions.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00238SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00238SE): Installation of Aviation Development Corporation's sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SA00241WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00241WI-D): Installation of Bendix/King KLN 90B Global Positioning System (GPS) for enroute and approach IFR operation.. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA00243BO (3 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00243BO%20(3%20OF%205)): Installation of Centurion Consulting, Inc. GPS Steering Assist Module (SAM) with roll steering (p/n 0025-5100), or without roll steering (p/n 0025-5200).. Icarus Avionics, LLC - [STC SA00269BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00269BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation TWX 670 Tactical Weather Detection System P/N 850-00026-000-( ) consisting of Avidyne Processor P/N 700-00033-000-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S72-1715-1 with doubler plate P/N S72-171530-1, and Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00034-000.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00281BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00281BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation MLX770 MultiLink Broadcast Transceiver P/N 700-00163-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S67-1575-109, or equivalent, and optional Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00165-000. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00290BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00290BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Part Number 700-00167-XXX Multi-Function Display and Mounting Tray Assembly Part Number 700-00168-XXX. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00352BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument.. J P Instruments - [STC SA00511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00511SE): Installation of a type 7308 lamp.. Stanley N. Protigal - [STC SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00748SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00748SE): Replace original power plant and propeller with a Continental TSIOL-550A engine and McCauley 3AF36C525/G-80VMFA-2 propellers.. STC Limited - [STC SA00749AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00749AT): Modification of flush type fuel caps for installation of a locking cylinder and keeper. (1964 and subsequent). Aero Trim, Inc - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC - [STC SA00803AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00803AT): Installation of low profile landing gear doors.. Mod Works Inc - [STC SA00807AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00807AT): Modification of brake system to a dual piston caliper brake system.. Mod Works Inc - [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc. - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly.. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA01077SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01077SE): Installation of fluoropolymer film.. Columbia Pacific Airlines - [STC SA01085LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01085LA): Installation of the VNS 1000 Voice Navigation System.. VNS Incorporated - [STC SA01105WI-D (2 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01105WI-D%20(2%20OF%202)): Installation of Bendix/King KMD 550/850 Multi-Functional Display System with optional traffic, terrain and weather sensors. This STC applies to both single-engine and small multi-engine aircraft (see 1 of 2 for small twin-engine).. Honeywell International Inc. - [STC SA01114CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01114CH): Installation of P2 Incorporated 6600 Audio Advisory system. P2 Incorporated - [STC SA01134DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01134DE): Installation of EarthX ETX680-24-TSO Lithium Battery. EarthX Inc. - [STC SA01205WI-D (2 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01205WI-D%20(2%20OF%202)): Installation of the KMD 250 Multi-Function Display System with Optional Internal VFR GPS and Optional Traffic and Weather Sensors.. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA01229SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01229SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of GNS 480 (CNX80) GPS WAAS Navigator with integrated VHF Navigation and Communication radios. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01435SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01435SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) Primary Engine Data Management System. J. P. Instruments - [STC SA01439SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01439SE): Installation of vortex generators on the wings and tail surfaces of the above model aircraft. Micro AeroDynamics Inc - [STC SA01465AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01465AT): Install Mooney aircraft model M20J windshield.. Jacob Aviation Inc dba - [STC SA01473SE (3 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01473SE%20(3%20OF%205)): Installation of a GTX 32 (mode C), GTX 33 (mode S), or GTX 33D (mode S with diversity) Remote Transponde. Garmin AT Inc. - [STC SA01487SE (3 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01487SE%20(3%20OF%205)): Installation of a GDL 69 or GDL 69A XM Satellite Receiver in accordance with Garmin Supplemental Type Certificate Master Data List, P/N 005-C0217-00, Revision A, dated December 20, 2004, or later FAA approved revision.. Garmin AT Inc. - [STC SA01487SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01487SE-D): Installation of a GDL 69 or GDL 69A XM Satellite Receiver. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01516AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01516AT): Installation of Vision Micro Systems Inc., VM1000/EC100 digital/analog engine instrumentation and caution advisory system.. Mod Works Inc - [STC SA01553AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01553AT): Modify the side windows by replacing the existing 3/16 inch thick glass with 1/4 inch thick glass.. Jacob Aviation Inc dba - [STC SA01560WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01560WI-D): Installation of the Honeywell KFD 840 Primary Flight Display System.. Honeywell International Inc All 204: https://openairdocs.org/model/mooney-m20l/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (8) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB WPR14FA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14FA320), Jul 31, 2014: Mooney M20L - NO Series (N147MP), San Diego, CA, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to achieve climb performance and maintain sufficient airspeed during a go-around, which led to the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and experiencing an aerodynamic… - [NTSB WPR12FA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12FA297), Jul 9, 2012: Mooney M20L (N137MP), Scottsdale, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during an aborted landing, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s improper landing flare,… - [NTSB SEA02LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA153), Aug 14, 2002: Mooney M20L (N1024Z), Newberg, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate flare and his delay in executing an aborted landing. A contributing factor was the dark night conditions. - [NTSB SEA00LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA184), Sep 9, 2000: Mooney M20L (N1024Z), Hailey, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. A crosswind condition was a factor. - [NTSB ATL94FA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94FA012), Nov 4, 1993: Mooney M20L (N132MP), Hohenwald, TN, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S IMPAIRED JUDGEMENT AND PERFORMANCE BY FLYING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, THAT RESULTED IN HIS CONTINUATION OF VFR FLIGHT AT NIGHT IN INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS (IMC) AND… - [NTSB ATL90IA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90IA087), Mar 25, 1990: Mooney M-20L (N1024Z), Augusta, GA, incident, minor damage. Probable cause: THE REPORTED PERFORMANCE PROBLEM DURING CLIMBOUT WAS UNDETERMINED. THE PILOT'S DECISION TO LAND WITH THE LANDING GEAR RETRACTED CONTRIBUTED TO THE MINOR DAMAGE SUSTAINED. - [NTSB LAX84LA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84LA105), Dec 13, 1983: Bell 206B (N10MP), Supai, AZ, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA77FLG37](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA77FLG37), Sep 18, 1977: Cessna 305A (N5257G), Aiken, SC, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (23) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 20260419004249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260419004249I), Apr 19, 2026: Mooney M20L (N823TH), Vero Beach, FL, Minor damage. On 04/19/2026 at kvrb, around 15:35 local time, the pilot of the aircraft failed to extend the landing gear and landed the aircraft gear up, damaging the belly… - [Incident 20250307002979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250307002979I), Mar 7, 2025: Mooney M20L (N78MP), Oxnard, CA, Minor damage. The pilot was flying off the coast near ventura, CA at 3,500 ft MSL when the engine started vibrating. The pilot reduced power immediatly to idle and… - [Incident 20230601011949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230601011949I), Jun 1, 2023: Mooney M20L (N63MP), Immokalee, FL, Minor damage. Part 91 operation of a Mooney M20L, registration [privacy data omitted] serial number 26-0020, conducting a VFR cross country flight with the pilot and one (1)… - [Incident 20210203022789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210203022789I), Feb 3, 2021: Mooney M20L (N63MP), Winchester, TN, Minor damage. 2/4/2021-BWK, travel to/from Winchester Airport for N63MP wire strike. Via phone, [privacy data omitted] states that on 02/03/2021 he departed pdk in N63MP and… - [Accident 20140730016369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140730016369A), Jul 30, 2014: Mooney M20L (N147MP), San Diego, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On July 30, 2014 private pilot-pic prepared her Mooney M20L (N147MP) for a round trip flight to san bernardino (sbd) from her home airport of montgomery field… - [Accident 20120709014379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120709014379A), Jul 9, 2012: Mooney M20L (N137MP), Scottsdale, AZ, Substantial damage. On July 9, 2012 at approximately 0929 MST, aircraft N137MP, a Mooney M20L serial number 26-0017, was performing touch and go's on runway 21 at the Scottsdale… - [Incident 20040723014469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040723014469I), Jul 23, 2004: Mooney M20L (N72MP), Pikeville, KY, Minor damage. (-23) On approach to the active runway at the Pikeville Hatcher county airport Mr. Wells made the touchdown on the active runway with the gear up. Mr. Wells… - [Incident 20030624024769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030624024769I), Jun 24, 2003: Mooney M20L (N154MP), Scottsdale, AZ, Minor damage. (-23) Pilot stated he performed a gump (g=gas, u=landing gear, m=mixture, p=propeller) check prior to landing at Scottsdale airport. Pilot stated he saw 3… - [Accident 20020813021269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020813021269A), Aug 13, 2002: Mooney M20L (N1024Z), Newberg, OR, Substantial damage. (-23) During landing pilot struck the ground hard and bounced, at some timeduring the bounce the nose gear bungee failed allowing the propeller to strike the… - [Accident 20000908015419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000908015419A), Sep 8, 2000: Mooney M20L (N1024Z), Hailey, ID, No damage. (-23) Pilot's statement: on Friday, September 8, 2000 at about 6 p.m., I was making an approach to land on runway 31 at Friedman Memorial Airport, Hailey,… - [Incident 19961031034579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961031034579I), Oct 31, 1996: Mooney M20L (N76MP), Manville, NJ, Substantial damage. Narrative: at the time of landing at 47N on runway 25 seems that ground speed was higher than indicator speed (80-85 knots). The plane jumped slightly after… - [Incident 19961005030949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961005030949I), Oct 5, 1996: Mooney M20L (N217MP), Wilmington, NC, Substantial damage. Narrative: departed from Wilmington, NC on October 5, 1996. About three minutes into flight, engine started to run rough and lost power. Pilot turned back to… - [Incident 19960908039569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960908039569I), Sep 8, 1996: Mooney M20L (N135MP), Reserve, LA, Minor damage. Narrative: on September 8, 1996, at approximately 12:10 CDT, a Mooney aircraft, N135MP, flown by Mr. David m. kearney, was on takeoff roll at st. John the… - [Accident 19931103042059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19931103042059A), Nov 3, 1993: Mooney M20L (N132MP), Hohenwald, TN, Destroyed, 2 fatal. Lost control in rain and fog approaching destination. Was heavily medicated for allergies and depression. - [Incident 19920324010739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920324010739I), Mar 24, 1992: Mooney M20L (N158MP), Cahokia, IL, Minor damage. Pilot forgot to lower landing gear. Landed gear up. - [Incident 19900613039909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900613039909I), Jun 13, 1990: Mooney M20L (N76MP), Somerset, KY, Minor damage. Made a hard landing. Aircraft porpoised and nose wheel tire blew. - [Incident 19900522026609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900522026609I), May 22, 1990: Mooney M20L (N78MP), Laredo, TX, Minor damage. Student retracted gear instead of flaps on touch and go landing. Instructor unable to stop cycle. - [Incident 19900325021299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900325021299I), Mar 25, 1990: Mooney M20L (N1024Z), Augusta, GA, Minor damage. Unable to develop full power after liftoff. Unable to extend gear before touchdown. Skidded into field. - [Accident 19890723024589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890723024589A), Jul 23, 1989: Mooney M20 (N155MP), Pittsburg, PA, Substantial damage. Gear collapsed shortly after landing. - [Incident 19890326011979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890326011979I), Mar 26, 1989: Mooney M20L (N1024Z), Mccormick, SC, Minor damage. On go around aircraft settled to runway gear up and flaps down. - [Incident 19871215076859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871215076859I), Dec 15, 1987: Mooney M20L (N20XL), Center Point, TX, Minor damage. Test flight. Purposely ran right fuel tank dry. Could not restart on other tank. Forced landing. Hit fence. - [Accident 19831213061019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19831213061019A), Dec 13, 1983: Bell 206B (N10MP), Supai, AZ, Substantial damage. Crash occurred during liftoff with external load when cable caught skid and pulled helicopter over. - [Accident 19770918027659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770918027659A), Sep 18, 1977: Cessna 305A (N5257G), Aiken, SC, Destroyed ## Service difficulty reports (2) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 20001214SH027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001214SH027), Oct 5, 2000: LINK. CRACKED. DURING ANNUAL INSP, NOTICED PAINT ON OUTSIDE OF THE SHOCK LINK SHOWED SIGNS OF METAL UNDERNEATH CRACKING. PAINT REMOVED, PART VISUALLY AND DYE PENETRANT INSPECT - [SDR 97ZZZX4799](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4799), Oct 20, 1997: STEERING SYSTEM. FAILED. DURING TOUCH AND GO LANDING, LOST CONTROL OF ACFT FOLLOWING TOUCH DOWN. ACFT RECEIVED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE AFTER VEERING TO LEFT. 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