BEECHCRAFT A65-8200

The Beechcraft A65-8200 is a variant of the Queen Air with a maximum takeoff weight of 8,200 lbs, powered by two Lycoming IGSO-540-A1D engines producing 380 hp each. Key specifications include a maximum speed of approximately 215 knots, a service ceiling of 26,800 ft, and a maximum range of around 1,317 nautical miles. It is a twin-engine, nine-passenger piston aircraft with retractable landing gear.

Performance

• Maximum speed: 215 kn (247 mph, 398 km/h) at 11,500 ft
• Cruise speed: 159 kn (183 mph, 294 km/h) at 15,000 ft (45% power)
• Stall speed: 71 kn (82 mph, 131 km/h) (wheels and flaps down)
• Service ceiling: 26,800 ft
• Rate of climb: 1,275 ft/min
• Range: 1,317 nmi (1,516 mi, 2,439 km) at 15,000 ft (45% power)

Weights

• Empty weight: 5,277 lb (2,394 kg)
• Maximum takeoff weight: 8,800 lb
• Fuel capacity: 214 US gal (normal), 264 US gal (with auxiliary tanks