Pilot Debrief

MOONEY AIRCRAFT CORP. M20K near Henderson, NV — 2025-07-03

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Date
2025-07-03
Location
Henderson, NV, USA
Airport
HND
Aircraft
MOONEY AIRCRAFT CORP. M20K
Registration
N66JG
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a go-around, resulting in a collision with a runway sign.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that after the cross-country flight, he made a normal approach to the runway. Just prior to maneuvering the airplane into the landing flare, the pilot attempted to add a small amount of engine power to cushion the touchdown. The airplane did not respond as he expected, resulting in the airplane bouncing on the runway. The pilot opted to execute a go-around and attempted to add power. He again thought there was not as much thrust as he expected and the airplane approached a stall. He was unable to maintain the runway centerline and the airplane drifted to the right. The airplane struck a runway sign and came to rest in a dirt area adjacent to the runway. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

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