Final 2 minor Dec 21, 2023

N2073K accident at Carlin, NV

Mooney M20J — Loss of engine power (total) at Carlin, NV

DateDec 21, 2023
Tail numberN2073K
AircraftMooney M20J · Mooney M20 · M20P
LocationCarlin, NV
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseWPR24LA060

Probable cause

Improper spacing of the magneto’s breaker point contact assemblies, which led to a loss of engine ignition during cruise flight and resulted in a total loss of engine power.

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