The Cessna 182 is a popular aircraft which is still in production today. The C182 is a workhorse and is utilised for a multitude of different applications including training, station use, charter, private business transport, some examples are used for parachute jumping and others are found on floats.
At the NQAC, the C182 is predominately used for CPL training and Manual Propeller Pitch Control endorsement and is available for private hire.
| Seating Capacity | 4 People |
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| Engine | Continental O-470-U |
| Horsepower | 230 BHP |
| Cylinders | 6 cylinder |
| Propeller | |
| Take off Safety Speed | 59 knots |
| Vx (Best Angle of Climb) | |
| Vy (Best Rate of Climb) | 78 knots |
| Vso (Stall Speed Clean) | |
| Vs1 (Stall Speed Landing Configuration) | |
| Cruise Speed | 110 – 120 knots |
| Service Ceiling | |
| Fuel Burn | 55 litres per hour |
| Fuel Capacity | 330 litres |
| Fuel Type | Aviation Gasoline 100LL |
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