MOONEY
M20TN - MODEL TYPE-S
SECTION VIII
HANDLING, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
8 -- 3
AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL
ORIGINAL ISSUE -- 04-02-2008
INTRODUCTION
This section contains factory recommended procedures for proper ground handling, routine
care and servicing of your Mooney.
It is recommended that all aircraft undergo a complete inspection (ANNUAL) each twelve calen-
dar months. In addition to the recommended ANNUAL inspection, aircraft operated commercial-
ly (for hire) should have a complete inspection every 100 hours of operation. All inspections must
be performed by a designated representative of the FAA or the Aviation Authority of the country
in which the aircraft is licensed.
The FAA may require other inspections by the issuance of Airworthiness Directives applicable to
the airplane, engine, propeller and other components. It is the responsibility of the owner/opera-
tor to ensure compliance with all applicable Airworthiness Directives and recommended “MAN-
DATORY” Mooney Service Bulletins/Instructions. When inspections are repetitive the owner/op-
erator should take appropriate steps to prevent inadvertent non--compliance.
Scheduling of ALL maintenance is the responsibility of the aircraft operator. A general knowl-
edge of the aircraft is necessary to perform day-to-day service procedures and to determine
when non-routine or unusual service or shop maintenance is needed.
Service information in this section of the manual is limited to service procedures which the opera-
tor will normally perform or supervise. Reference should be made to FAR Part 43 for information
regarding preventive maintenance which may be performed by a U.S. licensed pilot.
It is wise to follow a planned schedule of lubrication and preventive maintenance based on clima-
tic and flying conditions encountered in your locality.
Keep in touch with your Authorized Mooney Service Center and take advantage of his knowl-
edge and experience. He knows your airplane and how to maintain it. Should an extraordinary or
difficult problem arise concerning the repair or upkeep of your Mooney, consult the:
Product Support Department
Mooney International Corporation
165 Al Mooney Road, Kerrville, TX. 78028
Telephone: (830) 896-6000 or (800) 331-3880
Email: [email protected]
All correspondence regarding your airplane should include the aircraft
MODEL
and
SERIAL
NUMBER
. These numbers can be found on an identification plate located on the lower aft por-
tion of the left side of the tailcone. The aircraft Model and Serial Number must also be used when
consulting either the Mooney Service & Maintenance Manual or Illustrated Parts Catalog.
Service & Maintenance Manuals
and
Illustrated Parts Catalogs
for your airframe and sys-
tems (excluding Avionics & Navigation) may be obtained from your Mooney Service Center.
Ser-
vice Bulletins and Service Instructions
are available for download and printing from the
Mooney International Corporation website,
www.mooney.com
.
Avionics and Navigation Systems information should be obtained from the applicable manufac-
turers.
Engine information should be obtained from:
Continental Motors, Inc.
2039 Broad Street
Mobile, AL 36615, USA
Telephone, (800) 718--3411.
Revision B -- 11-21-2014
