Mooney M20R — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 11, 2026
There are 491 Mooney M20R airframes on record (built 1977–2015), 398 currently registered. 21 have one or more NTSB accident records (22 records total, 5 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 11, 2026.
Recent Mooney M20R accidents
The pilot's mismanagement of the available fuel, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power.
The pilot’s failure to maintain the proper glidepath during final approach, which resulted in a collision with the approach lights short of the runway. Contributing was the pilot’s distraction due to the cabin door opening.
The pilot’s improper decision to fly a known unairworthy airplane, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to oil starvation.
The pilot’s loss of control due to spatial disorientation while operating in instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment from the prohibited substance; however, the extent of impairment could not be determined.
