Mooney Acclaim
Mooney International · USA · first flew 2006 · light aircraft
The Mooney Acclaim is a high-performance four-seat single-engine touring aircraft and one of the fastest piston singles in production, capable of exceeding 235 knots true airspeed.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.53 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Distinctive forward-swept tail fin
- Retractable tricycle undercarriage
- Sleek low-wing cabin monoplane with speed fairings
Classic Mooney low-wing shape with distinctive aft-swept leading edge and forward-swept trailing edge giving the fin its characteristic look; retractable gear with speed fairings; long pointed spinner.
Specifications
- The Mooney Acclaim has a length of 8.53 m (28 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 435 km/h (270 mph).
- Typical crew: 1+3.
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History
Introduced in 2006 as an evolution of the long-running Mooney M20 family, the Acclaim (M20TN) fitted the airframe with a turbonormalized Continental TSIO-550 engine to maintain performance at altitude. The Acclaim Type S followed with further power improvements. The type appeals to owner-pilots who need cross-country speed without the operating costs of a turboprop.
Variants
Acclaim (M20TN, 2006); Acclaim Type S (M20TN-S, higher cruise speed).
Where you'll see it
In service with private owners worldwide; popular for long-distance touring flights in North America and Europe.
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