1 fatal · MOONEY M20J · 2011-01-29 · Furnace Creek, CA, USA
Event
NTSB number
WPR11FA114
Event ID
20110131X43010
Type
Accident
Date
2011-01-29
Location
Furnace Creek, CA, USA
Coordinates
36.363887, -116.866111
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
MOONEY
Model
M20J
Registration
N50BJ
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The magneto clamps were not securely fastened to the mount, which led to a partial loss of engine power and a subsequent forced landing on unsuitable terrain.