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August 2, 2024 · Mooney M20F · N9954L

Carrizozo, NM

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 2, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Carrizozo, NM
Aircraft
Mooney M20F (1967)
Tail Number
N9954L
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR24LA264

The pilot of the airplane reported that, prior to takeoff, he observed adverse weather conditions that were approaching the airport from about 5 to 10 nautical miles away. During takeoff, when the airplane was about 50 feet above the ground, the airplane encountered a downdraft. The airplane’s left wing then dropped and the airplane entered a descent. The airplane impacted terrain and fences, which resulted in substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Altitude-Attain/maintain not possible

Full Narrative

The pilot of the airplane reported that, prior to takeoff, he observed adverse weather conditions that were approaching the airport from about 5 to 10 nautical miles away. During takeoff, when the airplane was about 50 feet above the ground, the airplane encountered a downdraft. The airplane’s left wing then dropped and the airplane entered a descent. The airplane impacted terrain and fences, which resulted in substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:04 MDT
Nearest AirportCarrizozo Muni (1nm E)
Runway24
Runway Length4944 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftMooney M20F
Tail NumberN9954L
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-A1A · Reciprocating · 200
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 33 · None · None
Crew 2None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind130° @ 15 kt, gusting 20 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point50 F
Altimeter30.50 inHg
Observation Time13:15
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data