N66JG Mooney Aircraft Corp. M20K accident

NTSB WPR25LA202 · 2025-07-03 · Henderson, NV · near HND

Docket — crew, injuries and powerplant

Factual 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.

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a go-around, resulting in a collision with a runway sign. The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident.

Circumstances

Event type

Accident

Highest injury

None

Weather conditions

Visual Meteorological Cond

Light condition

Day

Sky condition

NONE

Ceiling (ft)

0

Visibility (sm)

10

Wind direction

0

Temperature (F)

95

Nearest airport

HENDERSON EXEC

Distance from field

0.0

Airport elevation

2491

Aircraft

Sequence of events

Findings