Mooney M20

Monday, April 09, 2012 at 05:58 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The Mooney M20 is highly regarded for achieving an optimal balance of speed and economy.
A significant trade-off for its efficiency is a small cabin, which can be challenging for occupants, particularly in the back.
The aircraft features a distinctive empennage that moves for pitch trim, and the M20 201 model was notable for being the first to accommodate a six-pack instrument configuration.
The Mooney fleet boasts a substantial legacy, with over 40 million logged flight hours and more than 130 speed records achieved.

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The Mooney M20 seems to have hit the sweet spot of speed and economy right on the money.

Mooney M20 — The efficiency trade-off of a Mooney M20 is a small cabin. While slightly larger than earlier models, the 201 still challenges leggy occupants, especially in the back seats.

Mooney M20 — The easily distinguishable Mooney M20 empennage moves to provide pitch trim.

Mooney M20 — The 201 panel was the first in the Mooney M20 series that accommodated a six-pack configuration for the primary flight instruments.

Mooney M20 — More than 40 million total flight hours have been logged by the Mooney fleet.

Mooney M20 — Mooneys have achieved more than 130 speed records.

Mooney M20 — For more on the Mooney M20, check out our feature, “Magic Mooney 201.“

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