Beechcraft V35B Bonanza
Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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Mission Profile
172
KTAS
Cruise Speed
4
Occupants
824
nm
Max Range
850
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About the Beechcraft V35B Bonanza
Beechcraft V35B Bonanza
The Beechcraft Bonanza V35B (produced 1970–1982) is the final and most refined iteration of the iconic “V-tail” Bonanza line, which began with the original Model 35 in 1947. Famous for its distinctive tail surfaces (ruddervators), the V35B combines high speed, fuel efficiency, and a robust airframe, earning it a reputation as one of the finest single-engine touring aircraft ever built.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- Speed & Efficiency: With a cruise speed of ~172 knots, it outpaces many contemporaries, making it an excellent cross-country platform.
- Cabin Comfort: The cabin is known for high-quality interior finishes, good visibility, and ample width compared to competitors like the Mooney.
- Iconic V-Tail: The unique design reduces drag and weight compared to a conventional tail, contributing to its performance edge.
- Support: Excellent parts availability and a strong owner community (American Bonanza Society).
Trade-offs
- “The Doctor Killer”: Historically stigmatized due to high accident rates involving wealthy but inexperienced pilots, though this was largely addressed through training and structural reinforcements (tail cuffs).
- Ruddervator Maintenance: The V-tail control surfaces require specialized rigging and maintenance; parts (specifically magnesium skins) can be expensive or hard to find.
- Yaw Instability: Some passengers find the “Bonanza Boogie” (tail wag in turbulence) uncomfortable, though a yaw damper largely solves this.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 33.5 ft
- Length
- 26.4 ft
- Height
- 7.6 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 3,400 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 3,400 lbs
- Useful Load
- 1,294 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 74 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 172 KTAS
- Range
- 824 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 17,500 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 1136 fpm
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