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ACQUIRE AERO
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| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Piper |
| Category | Piston Single | Piston Single |
| Typical mission | Short haul | Short haul |
| In production | Yes | Yes |
| Indicative price (USD) | $500k | $550k |
| Performance | ||
| Range (nm) | 915 | 522 |
| Passengers (max) | 4 | 4 |
| Cruise speed (ktas) | 145 | 128 |
| Max operating altitude (ft) | 18,100 | 14,100 |
| Powerplant and weights | ||
| Engines | 1 × IO-540-AB1A5 | 1 × IO-360-B4A (180 hp) |
| Max payload (lb) | 1,110 | 870 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cabin width (in) | 42 (1.07 m) | Not published |
| Cabin height (in) | 49 (1.24 m) | Not published |
| Cabin length (in) | 134 (3.40 m) | Not published |
| Baggage (cu ft) | 32 | 26 |
| Avionics and history | ||
| Avionics | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi (single 10.4in PFD/MFD, GMA 1360, GTX 345R, G5 standby) |
| Costs | ||
| Cost per year at 300 hrs (USD) | $80k to $270k | $80k to $270k |
| Fixed costs per year (USD) | $30k to $180kCrew, hangar, insurance | $30k to $180kCrew, hangar, insurance |
| Hourly cost (USD per hr) | $182 to $286Fuel and maintenance | $182 to $286Fuel and maintenance |
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182 Skylane915
Archer LX522
182 Skylane$80k to $270k
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