Named the Ultra models, Mooney’s modernized Acclaim and Ovation are now FAA-certified and rolling out of the factory at an increasing rate. As a Mooney pilot and owner, I was excited to evaluate the M20U Ovation Ultra in conjunction with Mooney Aircraft Pilots Association’s annual Homecoming Convention, which was held in late September 2017 at the Inn of the Hills in Kerrville.
The Mooney M20U Ovation Ultra is a Product of Big Investment
Key Takeaways:
- The Mooney M20U Ovation Ultra is a newly FAA-certified aircraft that significantly modernizes the Mooney line with a hybrid composite and metal airframe, enhanced cabin comfort, and improved ergonomics like a pilot-side door and accessible fuel selector.
- It integrates the advanced Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite, offering superior navigation, weather awareness (e.g., Nexrad, SCIT, synthetic vision), and ease of flight management, making it highly stable and capable even for hand-flying in complex conditions.
- The Ovation Ultra boasts impressive performance with a 310 hp Continental engine and is backed by substantial investments in Mooney's factory, aimed at boosting production quality and efficiency.
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