N5071KBELLANCA 8GCBC2026-02-13 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

BELLANCA 8GCBCS/N: 348-80

Accident Details

Date
Friday, February 13, 2026
NTSB Number
CEN26LA117
Location
De Smet, SD
Event ID
20260217202444
Coordinates
44.432270, -97.558468
Nearest Airport
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
BELLANCA
Serial Number
348-80
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
8GCBC
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
3
FAA Model
8GCBC

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
REGISTRATION PENDING
Address
43031 218TH ST
City
DE SMET
State / Zip Code
SD 57231-7000
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN26LA117