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ACQUIRE AERO
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| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Manufacturer | Piper | Beechcraft |
| Category | Piston Single | Piston Single |
| Typical mission | Short haul | Short haul |
| In production | Yes | Yes |
| Indicative price (USD) | $550k | $900k |
| Performance | ||
| Range (nm) | 522 | 920 |
| Passengers (max) | 4 | 5 |
| Cruise speed (ktas) | 128 | 176 |
| Max operating altitude (ft) | 14,100 | 18,500 |
| Powerplant and weights | ||
| Engines | 1 × IO-360-B4A (180 hp) | 1 × IO-550-B (300 hp) |
| Max payload (lb) | 870 | 860 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cabin width (in) | Not published | 42 (1.07 m) |
| Cabin height (in) | Not published | 50 (1.27 m) |
| Cabin length (in) | Not published | 92 (2.34 m) |
| Baggage (cu ft) | 26 | 10 |
| Avionics and history | ||
| Avionics | Garmin G1000 NXi (single 10.4in PFD/MFD, GMA 1360, GTX 345R, G5 standby) | Garmin G1000 NXi (GFC 700 autopilot) |
| 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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Archer LX522
Bonanza G36920
Archer LX$80k to $270k
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