BEECHCRAFT A36

The Beechcraft A36 is a single-engine, high-performance piston aircraft with a 300 hp Continental IO-550-B engine, seating for six, and a maximum takeoff weight of 3,849 lbs. Its key specifications include a wingspan of 33'6", a length of 27'6", a maximum speed of 234 mph, and a maximum range of about 1,300 nm.

Performance and dimensions

• Maximum speed: 234 mph
• Normal cruise speed: 195 mph @ 7,000 ft
• Rate of climb: 1,230 ft/min at sea level
• Service ceiling: 18,500 ft
• Maximum range: ~1,300 nm
• Length: 27 ft 6 in
• Height: 8 ft 7 in
• Wingspan: 33 ft 6 in

Weights

• Maximum takeoff weight: 3,849 lbs
• Empty weight: 2,437 lbs (based on a 1979 model)
• Maximum gross weight: 3,663 lbs

Engine and fuel

• Engine: Continental IO-550-B, 300 hp
• Fuel capacity: 114 gallons
• Propeller: Hartzell 3-blade, constant speed