Casualties unknown

1994-07-27: Mooney M20C (N6327Q) — Full Moonies — Macon, MO

Macon, MO, US

On July 27, 1994, a Mooney M20C (registration N6327Q) operated by Full Moonies was involved in an aviation accident near Macon, MO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the student pilot's decision to land on a closed runway under construction. A factor associated with the accident is the partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported a partial loss of engine power at 9,500 feet MSL, performed an emergency descent, and landed on a closed runway. During the landing roll, the airplane struck construction equipment and departed the runway. Post-accident inspection found no anomalies, but the pilot noted a history of intermittent power loss from cracked fuel tank sealant.

Incident Overview

A pilot experienced a partial loss of engine power while cruising at 9,500 feet above mean sea level. In response, the pilot executed an emergency descent and subsequently landed on a closed runway. During the landing roll, the aircraft collided with construction equipment and departed the runway.

Post-Accident Examination

Following the incident, an inspection of the airplane and an engine run were conducted. These checks revealed no anomalies or malfunctions.

Pilot Statement

The pilot reported that the airplane had a history of intermittent engine power loss attributed to cracked sealant in the fuel tanks. No further details about the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, or date were provided in the source.

Conclusion

The source does not state a probable cause for the incident. The only information regarding engine issues is the pilot's statement about a prior history of power loss due to fuel tank sealant cracks.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01713. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.