PA-42
The PA-42 is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft, the Piper Cheyenne, which comes in several variants like the Cheyenne III and 400LS, with specifications varying by model. Key specs include a maximum speed of around 350 knots (650 km/h) for the 400LS, a service ceiling of up to 41,000 feet, and a passenger capacity of 7 to 9 people plus crew.
| Specification | Cheyenne III (PA-42-720) | Cheyenne 400LS (PA-42-1000) |
|---|---|---|
| Crew | 1-2 | 1-2 |
| Max Passengers | 9 | 9 |
| Engine | 2 x Pratt & Whitney PT6A-41 | 2 x Honeywell (Garrett) TPE331 |
| Horsepower | 720 hp | 1,000 hp |
| Max Speed | 305 knots (565 km/h) | 350 knots (650 km/h) |
| Cruise Speed | 286 knots (530 km/h) | 329 knots (609 km/h) |
| Max Range | 1,330 nmi (2,463 km) | 2,240 nmi (4,148 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 35,000 ft | 41,000 ft |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 11,200 lb | 12,050 lb |
| Cabin Volume | 282 cu ft | — |
| External Length | 13.2 m | 13.2 m |
| Wingspan | 14.5 m | 14.5 m |