Casualties unknown

2000-04-05: Mooney M20A (N8159E) — Houston, TX

Houston, TX, US

On April 5, 2000, a Mooney M20A (registration N8159E) was involved in an aviation accident near Houston, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's delayed go-around and his failure to maintain the aircraft's clearance with trees. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot attempted a go-around after bouncing during landing, but the engine did not respond immediately. During a left turn to avoid wires, the left wing struck trees, causing a stall and impact.

Overview

A pilot reported an incident that occurred during a landing attempt followed by a go-around. According to the pilot, the final approach was flown at 70 knots. The airplane bounced during the landing attempt, prompting the pilot to initiate a go-around and apply full throttle. However, the engine did not respond immediately.

Pilot Account

The pilot stated that when the engine finally responded, the airplane was near the end of the runway. As the airplane began to climb, the pilot initiated a left turn to avoid high tension wires. During the turn, the airplane's left wing contacted trees. Subsequently, the airplane stalled, impacted the ground, and came to a stop upright.

Witness Account

A witness reported that the pilot initiated the go-around when the airplane was about three-quarters of the way down the runway.

No other details regarding the aircraft type, registration, injuries, or damage were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20813. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.