1987 MOONEY M20K 252TSE
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable Mooney M20K 252TSE listings ($196,621), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -1,810 hr vs comps +3.6%
- Engine time +1,489 hr vs comps -11.9%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Mooney M20K 252TSE |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 1,680 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,680 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330, King KFC 150 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | ASPEN EFD1000 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | King KMA 24 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GNS430W |
| Avionics / ADF | KR-87 |
| Avionics / DME | KN-63 |
| Annual | November 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Make / Model: Mooney M20K 252TSE Year: 1987 Serial Number: 25-1153 Total Time: 1680 h TT Weights & Balance: BEM 1020,8 kg @ 1,131 m, MTOM 1315 kg
Modifications
TKS de-icing system (no FIKI) Garmin Flightstream 210 Intercom Oxygen system ARGUS 5000CE Radar Altimeter 2nd Horizon and HSI Strobe Lights Recognition lights Speed brakes 65,6 GAL usable fuel
Avionics
Audio/Marker King KMA-24 COM/NAV/GPS Garmin dual GNS-430W Transponder Garmin GTX-330 ADF King KR-87 (RMI) DME King KN-63 PFD Aspen EFD-1000 Weather Radar Honeywell Weatherscout Autopilot King KFC-150 ALT Preselect King KAS-297 ELT Kannad 406 AF-Compact Graphic engine monitor JPI EDM-700
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Mooney M20K 252TSE lands versus other Mooney M20K 252TSE listings on fyiAero.
Price
60th pct$197k · 60th percentile of 5 listings
Airframe time
20th pct1,680 hours total (TTAF) · 20th percentile of 5 listings
Engine time
99th pct1,680 hours since new · 99th percentile of 5 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MOONEY |
| Model | M20K 252TSE |
| Serial Number | 25-1153 |
| Registration # | D-EMML |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 1,680 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,899.08 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 2,248.72 lb |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO360MB |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 210 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,680 SNEW |
| Engine TBO | 1800 |
Props
| Prop Time | 235 SOH |
|---|---|
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Audio/Marker King KMA-24 COM/NAV/GPS Garmin dual GNS-430W Transponder Garmin GTX-330 ADF King KR-87 (RMI) DME King KN-63 PFD Aspen EFD-1000 Weather Radar Honeywell Weatherscout Autopilot King KFC-150 ALT Preselect King KAS-297 ELT Kannad 406 AF-Compact Graphic engine monitor JPI EDM-700 |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Oxygen System | Yes |
|---|---|
| Additional Equipment | TKS de-icing system (no FIKI) Garmin Flightstream 210 Intercom Oxygen system ARGUS 5000CE Radar Altimeter 2nd Horizon and HSI Strobe Lights Recognition lights Speed brakes 65,6 GAL usable fuel |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual: November Maintenance: The aircraft has been maintained in accordance with applicable regulations and an approved maintenance program. Available records document compliance with all applicable Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs). The last documented maintenance event was carried out at a total time of 1662:20 hours and 1403 landings. The Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) is valid until 17 November 2026. The Continental TSIO-360-MB engine has been maintained as required. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Mooney M20K 252TSE
Typical model-level figures for the Mooney M20K 252TSE (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 980 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 201 kts · 231 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1250.0 / 1140.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The M20K 252TSE seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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