No fatalities

BEECH G35 accident at Tucson, AZ, 26 Feb 2021

Tucson, AZ, United States

On February 26, 2021, a BEECH G35 was involved in an aviation accident near Tucson, AZ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s distraction in the cockpit which interrupted his pre-landing checklist which resulted in his failure to configure the landing gear prior to touchdown. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Probable cause

The pilot’s distraction in the cockpit which interrupted his pre-landing checklist which resulted in his failure to configure the landing gear prior to touchdown.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotIncorrect use/operation

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Feb 2021 BEECH G35 accident near Tucson, AZ?

The pilot’s distraction in the cockpit which interrupted his pre-landing checklist which resulted in his failure to configure the landing gear prior to touchdown.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Feb 2021 BEECH G35 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Feb 2021 involved a BEECH G35, at Tucson, AZ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s distraction in the cockpit which interrupted his pre-landing checklist which resulted in his failure to configure the landing gear prior to touchdown.