Casualties unknown

2004-02-07: Mooney M20C (N9675M) — Mesa, AZ

Mesa, AZ, US

On February 7, 2004, a Mooney M20C (registration N9675M) was involved in an aviation accident near Mesa, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in a collision with an airport sign. 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

During the landing roll, the airplane made a sharp left turn, departed the runway, and collided with a taxiway sign. The pilot did not apply rudder to counter the veer and reported no preimpact mechanical issues.

Incident

An airplane collided with a taxiway sign after losing directional control during the landing roll. The event occurred when the airplane made a sharp left turn, and the pilot did not apply rudder pressure to correct the deviation. The airplane subsequently departed the left side of the runway and struck the taxiway sign.

Sequence of Events

While on the landing roll, the airplane unexpectedly veered left. The pilot did not apply rudder pressure to counteract the veer, and the airplane continued off the runway surface. It then collided with a taxiway sign located adjacent to the runway.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane. No other details regarding the aircraft, registration, or circumstances were provided.

Investigation

The investigation determined that the loss of directional control occurred during the landing roll, leading to the runway excursion and collision with the taxiway sign. No probable cause was stated in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20040306X00282. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.