Overview
The Bonanza is a fast six-seat piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The original V-tailed Model 35 first flew in 1945, and the family has stayed in production ever since — longer than any other aircraft.
The current G36 has a conventional tail, a 300 hp engine and a modern glass cockpit. It is popular with private owners and businesspeople who fly themselves. Over 17,000 Bonanzas of all versions have been built.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 8.38 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.21 m |
| Height | 2.62 m |
| Wing area | 16.8 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 1,141 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 1,656 kg |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 326 km/h |
|---|---|
| Range | 1,704 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,640 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 1 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 6 |
| Seats (max.) | 6 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 1 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Continental IO-550-B |
| Power (each) | 224 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Bill Larkins / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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