1988 Mooney M20J 201
This Mooney M20J is a well-documented and consistently maintained aircraft with a continuous German registration since new. It combines the proven efficiency and performance of the M20J with a modernized avionics configuration, making it a very capable IFR touring aircraft.
The aircraft features a well-balanced Garmin and Avidyne avionics suite, including dual Garmin GI-275 displays configured as ADI and HSI, supported by a Garmin G5 backup instrument. Primary navigation is provided by an Avidyne IFD540, complemented by a Garmin audio panel and Mode S transponder. The Bendix-King KAP-150 autopilot and the installed Stormscope further enhance situational awareness and workload reduction.
The Lycoming IO-360-A3B6D engine has accumulated 1,017 hours since major overhaul completed in 2005 and has recently undergone a compression test with very good results. The MT-Propeller three-blade propeller was overhauled in 2012 and has only 413 hours since overhaul.
With a current ARC valid until November 2026, recent maintenance completed in November 2025, and an interior in excellent visual condition, this Mooney M20J represents an efficient and well-equipped aircraft for owners seeking speed, range and reliability in a classic airframe.
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Why this aircraft?
- Modernized classic – 1988 Mooney M20J with a highly upgraded IFR cockpit.
- Efficient traveller – Fast, economical and ideal for long cross-country flights.
- Outstanding avionics – IFD540, dual GI-275, G5 and GNC-255A.
- Reliable IFR platform – Modern displays provide excellent redundancy.
- Fly with confidence – A capable touring aircraft, ready for its next owner.
Details
The most recent maintenance inspection was completed in November 2025. At that time, a 100-hour inspection was carried out at a recorded total time of 4,037 hours TTAF.
The aircraft currently holds a valid Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) until 21 November 2026. Following the inspection, the aircraft was released to service and found airworthy in accordance with the approved maintenance programme.
BEM 827 kg @ 1,2004 m
Lycoming IO-360-A3B6D, rated at 200 hp
TBO 2000 hr or 12 years recommended
1017 SMOH compl. in 2005
Leak test: 76 / 76 / 76 / 77 of 80 psi
MT-Propeller MTV-12-B/180-17, 3-blade
TBO 1800 hr or 6 years recommended
413 SPOH compl. in 2012
The aircraft has been registered in Germany as D-EMOA since new (1988). All available maintenance, airworthiness and modification records consistently show the German registration D-EMOA, with no indication of any previous foreign registration or registration change.
At least two owners are documented in the available records. The aircraft has been operated in private, non-commercial use throughout its service life.
A gear-up landing occurred in 2005. The related inspection and repair work is documented in the aircraft maintenance records.
Avionics
| Audio/Marker | Garmin | GMA-350c |
| COM/NAV/GPS | Avidyne | IFD-540 |
| CAM/NAV | Garmin | GNC-255A |
| ADI | Garmin | GI-275 |
| HSI | Garmin | GI-275 |
| Backup ADI | Garmin | G5 |
| Transponder | Garmin | GTX-330 |
| Autopilot | King | KAP-150 |
| DME | King | KN-62A |
| Stormscope | BF Goodrich | WX-1000E |
Equipment
- EDM-700 Engine Monitor
- Strobe Lights
- 250 liter fuel tanks
- Pitot Heat
- Electric pitch-trim
- Digital logbooks
Price Information
EUR 144.400,- private
