Mooney M20D — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 25, 2026
There are 157 Mooney M20D airframes on record (built 1962–1966), 88 currently registered. 3 have one or more NTSB accident records (3 records total, 1 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 25, 2026.
Recent Mooney M20D accidents
The pilot's loss of airplane control during initial climb due to an excessively nose-high attitude. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to properly set the elevator trim before takeoff in accordance with the Before Takeoff checklist.
The pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.
A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.