Cessna 205 Model Guide
Cessna 205 · Model Guide
Overview
The Cessna 205 is a six-seat, single-engine piston airplane built in 1963 and 1964. Its owner's manual lists a 3300 lb gross weight and a 260 hp Continental IO-470-S fuel-injected engine with a constant-speed propeller. The manual gives a top speed of 173 mph at sea level and a 163 mph cruise at 75% power at 6500 ft.
- Six seats, 3300 lb gross weight, 260 hp Continental IO-470-S fuel-injected engine, constant-speed propeller (owner's manual).
- Manual figures: 173 mph top speed at sea level; 163 mph cruise at 75% power at 6500 ft.
- Check the shoulder harness adjusters against AD 2004-19-01, which lists the 205 and 205A.
- If an Airglas nose fork is fitted, confirm the tire sizes and the weight and balance records match the approved CG envelope.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 49 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Engine power (hp) ·
- 260
Weight & balance
- Gross weight (lb) ·
- 3,300
How many people does the Cessna 205 seat?
The Cessna 205 seats six. The library record lists 6 seats minimum and maximum, and the owner's manual describes a six-passenger version.
What engine does the Cessna 205 use?
The Cessna 205 owner's manual lists a Continental IO-470-S fuel-injection engine rated at 260 hp at 2625 RPM, with a constant-speed propeller.
How fast is the Cessna 205?
The Cessna 205 owner's manual lists 173 mph top speed at sea level and 163 mph cruise at 75% power at 6500 ft. A larger-tire nose fork modification can cut cruise by up to 8 mph.
Is there an airworthiness directive on the Cessna 205?
Yes. The Cessna 205 and 205A are listed in AD 2004-19-01, effective November 1, 2004. It covers shoulder harness adjusters on airplanes with certain Cessna accessory kits. Confirm in the logbooks that it was complied with.
What is the Cessna 205 Model Guide?
The Cessna 205 Model Guide is a model guide for the Cessna 205, dated 2026.
What year was the Cessna 205 Model Guide published?
The Cessna 205 Model Guide — the Cessna 205 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Cessna 205.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
More Cessna 205manuals & documents
- Service Bulletin No. 205 Turbocharger V-Band Torque VerificationService Bulletins
- OAS-5400-205Other Documents
- CESSNA 205/206/207/210Systems Description
- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE AD/CESSNA 205/3 Amdt 2Airworthiness Directives
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESAirworthiness Directives
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESAirworthiness Directives
- Cessna 205 Owner's Manual - Take Flight San DiegoChecklist
- Weight & Balance for Cessna 205Weight & Balance
In this document
Engine and systems to know
The engine is fuel injected. The fuel flow gauge is a fuel pressure gauge that reads approximate gallons per hour. Fuel comes from two wing tanks, one per wing. The cowl flaps have nine positions. For suspected induction ice (an unexplained manifold pressure drop), pull the hot air knob fully out; do not use an intermediate position.
Nose fork modification (STC)
The Airglas PA32-206LA nose fork (STC SA02069AK) lists the 210-5 (205) and 205A. The CG envelope is not limited when all three tires are the same size. It is limited when the nose tire is smaller than the mains (tables 78 thru 80). The nose gear gets about 4 inches longer, cruise drops up to 8 mph, and range data should be cut by 5%.
Airworthiness items to review
AD 2004-19-01 (effective November 1, 2004) covers the 205 and 205A. It requires inspection and, if necessary, modification of pilot/co-pilot upper shoulder harness adjusters on airplanes with certain Cessna accessory kits. Also have the muffler checked for blisters or bulges under the heat shroud, and the internal baffles for cracks and distortion.
Safety notes
- With the Airglas nose fork, land in a nose-high attitude; wheelbarrowing or porpoising is more likely.
- Harness adjuster slippage can leave the pilot/co-pilot shoulder harness unable to hold proper belt length and tension (AD 2004-19-01).
- Do not use an intermediate induction hot air knob position; pull it fully out if induction ice is suspected.
Full document text
Cessna 205 Model Guide The Cessna 205 is a six-seat, single-engine piston airplane built in 1963 and 1964. Its owner's manual lists a 3300 lb gross weight and a 260 hp Continental IO-470-S fuel-injected engine with a constant-speed propeller. The manual gives a top speed of 173 mph at sea level and a 163 mph cruise at 75% power at 6500 ft. • Six seats, 3300 lb gross weight, 260 hp Continental IO-470-S fuel-injected engine, constant-speed propeller (owner's manual). • Manual figures: 173 mph top speed at sea level; 163 mph cruise at 75% power at 6500 ft. • Check the shoulder harness adjusters against AD 2004-19-01, which lists the 205 and 205A. • If an Airglas nose fork is fitted, confirm the tire sizes and the weight and balance records match the approved CG envelope. Engine and systems to know The engine is fuel injected. The fuel flow gauge is a fuel pressure gauge that reads approximate gallons per hour. Fuel comes from two wing tanks, one per wing. The cowl flaps have nine positions. For suspected induction ice (an unexplained manifold pressure drop), pull the hot air knob fully out; do not use an intermediate position. Nose fork modification (STC) The Airglas PA32-206LA nose fork (STC SA02069AK) lists the 210-5 (205) and 205A. The CG envelope is not limited when all three tires are the same size. It is limited when the nose tire is smaller than the mains (tables 78 thru 80). The nose gear gets about 4 inches longer, cruise drops up to 8 mph, and range data should be cut by 5%. Airworthiness items to review AD 2004-19-01 (effective November 1, 2004) covers the 205 and 205A. It requires inspection and, if necessary, modification of pilot/co-pilot upper shoulder harness adjusters on airplanes with certain Cessna accessory kits. Also have the muffler checked for blisters or bulges under the heat shroud, and the internal baffles for cracks and distortion. Safety notes: • With the Airglas nose fork, land in a nose-high attitude; wheelbarrowing or porpoising is more likely. • Harness adjuster slippage can leave the pilot/co-pilot shoulder harness unable to hold proper belt length and tension (AD 2004-19-01). • Do not use an intermediate induction hot air knob position; pull it fully out if induction ice is suspected.