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BEECH V35B accident at Gulf Shores, AL, 17 Feb 2026

Gulf Shores, AL, United States

On February 17, 2026, a BEECH V35B was involved in an aviation accident near Gulf Shores, AL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to establish a positive rate of climb before retracting the landing gear, which resulted in abnormal runway contact during the takeoff roll. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to establish a positive rate of climb before retracting the landing gear, which resulted in abnormal runway contact during the takeoff roll.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Incorrect use/operationPilot

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Feb 2026 BEECH V35B accident near Gulf Shores, AL?

The pilot’s failure to establish a positive rate of climb before retracting the landing gear, which resulted in abnormal runway contact during the takeoff roll.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Feb 2026 BEECH V35B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Feb 2026 involved a BEECH V35B, at Gulf Shores, AL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s failure to establish a positive rate of climb before retracting the landing gear, which resulted in abnormal runway contact during the takeoff roll.

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