Cessna 1965 182H Skylane

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Key Takeaways:

  • The 1965 Cessna 182H Skylane has a 230-horsepower Continental O-470R engine.
  • Key performance metrics include a cruise speed of 133-140 knots at 65-75% power, a maximum range of 655-735 nautical miles, and a service ceiling of 18,900 feet.
  • The aircraft has a useful load of 1240 lbs, seats four passengers, and has a baggage capacity of 120 lbs.
  • Dimensions include a 36 ft 2 in wingspan, 27 ft 10 in overall length, and a 9 ft height.
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Engine make/model: Cont. O-470R
Horsepower: 230
TBO hrs.: 1500
Propeller: Const. spd.
Landing gear type: Tri/Fixed
Gross weight (lbs.): 2800
Empty weight, std. (lbs.): 1560
Useful load, std. (lbs.): 1240
Fuel (gals.): 79
Wingspan: 36 ft. 2 in.
Overall length: 27 ft. 10 in.
Height: 9 ft.
Wing area (sq. ft.): 174
Seating capacity: 4
Cabin width (in.): 45
Cabin height (in.): 46
Baggage capacity (lbs.): 120
PERFORMANCE
Cruise speed (kts.):
75% power: 140
65% power: 133
Max range (w/ reserve) (nm):
75% power: 655
65% power: 735
Fuel consumption (gph):
75% power: 13.9
65% power: 12.1
Estimated endurance (65% power with 1-hr. reserve): 5 hrs. 12 mins.
Stall speed (gear, flaps down) (knots): 48
Best rate of climb (fpm): 980
Service ceiling (ft.): 18,900
Takeoff ground roll (ft.): 625
Landing ground roll (ft.): 590

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