CESSNA C-165 Model Guide
CESSNA C-165 · Model Guide
Overview
The CESSNA C-165 is a single-engine piston airplane powered by a Continental O-200 of 100 hp, with a McCauley 1A170/DM propeller. The data lists a 1600 lb max takeoff weight, 100 kt cruise and 400 nm range. Seat count and production years are not given in the data, so confirm them against the airframe records.
- Slow, simple trainer-class performance: 100 kt cruise, 6 gph fuel burn, 400 nm range.
- Useful load is 400 lb on a 1200 lb basic empty weight; max takeoff weight is 1600 lb.
- Takeoff roll is 1200 ft and landing roll 1500 ft; max demonstrated crosswind is 15 kt.
- Glass engine monitor STC SA02402SE lists the C-165 (Army UC-94) as an eligible model.
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Document
Source
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 47 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Range (nm) ·
- 400
- Engine (hp) ·
- 100
- Height (ft) ·
- 8
- Length (ft) ·
- 24
- Propeller ·
- McCauley 1A170/DM
- Wingspan (ft) ·
- 36
- Engine model ·
- Continental O-200
Performance
- Range (nm) ·
- 400
- Fuel burn (gph) ·
- 6
- Max speed (kt) ·
- 120
- Cruise speed (kt) ·
- 100
- Max crosswind (kt) ·
- 15
- Rate of climb (fpm) ·
- 700
- Landing distance (ft) ·
- 1,500
- Takeoff distance (ft) ·
- 1,200
V-speeds
- VA_KTS ·
- 100
- VX_KTS ·
- 65
- VY_KTS ·
- 70
- VFE_KTS ·
- 85
- VNE_KTS ·
- 150
- VNO_KTS ·
- 125
- VS1_KTS ·
- 55
- VSO_KTS ·
- 48
Weight & balance
- Useful load (lb) ·
- 400
- Cg aft limit (in) ·
- 46
- Max ramp weight (lb) ·
- 1,600
- Baggage allowance (lb) ·
- 200
- Basic empty weight (lb) ·
- 1,200
- Max landing weight (lb) ·
- 1,600
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 1,600
- Cg forward limit (in) ·
- 36
How fast and how far does the CESSNA C-165 fly?
The CESSNA C-165 cruises at 100 kt and tops out at 120 kt, with a 400 nm range at about 6 gph. Family-level data shows up to 140 kt and 600 nm across variants, but those figures are not this model's.
What can the CESSNA C-165 carry?
The CESSNA C-165 has a 1600 lb max takeoff weight and a 1200 lb basic empty weight. That leaves 400 lb of useful load, and baggage is limited to 200 lb. Confirm seat count and fuel capacity in the aircraft's own documents.
What runway does the CESSNA C-165 need?
The CESSNA C-165 data gives a 1200 ft takeoff distance and a 1500 ft landing distance. Over a 50 ft obstacle it lists 1300 ft for takeoff and 1500 ft for landing. Max crosswind is 15 kt.
Is there an engine monitor STC for the CESSNA C-165?
Yes. FAA STC SA02402SE for the Electronics International CGR-30C glass panel engine monitor lists the C-165 (Army UC-94). Ask the seller for the STC paperwork, ICA and flight manual supplement if one is installed.
What is the CESSNA C-165 Model Guide?
The CESSNA C-165 Model Guide is a model guide for the CESSNA C-165, dated 2026.
What year was the CESSNA C-165 Model Guide published?
The CESSNA C-165 Model Guide — the CESSNA C-165 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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What you are buying
A piston single with a 36 ft wingspan, 24 ft length and 8 ft height. The Continental O-200 makes 100 hp and drives a McCauley 1A170/DM propeller. Max speed is 120 kt and rate of climb is 700 fpm. Family-level registry data lists up to 4 passengers, but the seat count for this model is not given.
Loading and performance
Basic empty weight is 1200 lb and useful load is 400 lb, giving a 1600 lb max takeoff weight. Max ramp and max landing weights are also 1600 lb. Baggage allowance is 200 lb, and the CG range is 36 to 46 inches. With a 6 gph burn and 400 nm range, plan fuel and payload together, because both limits can be reached quickly.
Upgrades and records to check
FAA STC SA02402SE (Electronics International CGR-30C glass engine monitor) lists the C-165 (Army UC-94) among approved models, issued June 24, 2014. If an engine monitor is fitted, ask for the STC copy, the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness and the flight manual supplement. These must stay with the aircraft records.
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Safety notes
- Some library figures (empty weight, fuel capacity, ceiling, max takeoff weight in specs) look like placeholders. Use the 1600 lb limit and verify fuel capacity in the flight manual.
- Stall speeds are 55 kt clean and 48 kt in landing configuration; best glide is 65 kt. Brief these before first flight.
- Any STC modification needs its approved flight manual supplement and installation records. Verify them before purchase.
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Full document text
CESSNA C-165 Model Guide The CESSNA C-165 is a single-engine piston airplane powered by a Continental O-200 of 100 hp, with a McCauley 1A170/DM propeller. The data lists a 1600 lb max takeoff weight, 100 kt cruise and 400 nm range. Seat count and production years are not given in the data, so confirm them against the airframe records. • Slow, simple trainer-class performance: 100 kt cruise, 6 gph fuel burn, 400 nm range. • Useful load is 400 lb on a 1200 lb basic empty weight; max takeoff weight is 1600 lb. • Takeoff roll is 1200 ft and landing roll 1500 ft; max demonstrated crosswind is 15 kt. • Glass engine monitor STC SA02402SE lists the C-165 (Army UC-94) as an eligible model. What you are buying A piston single with a 36 ft wingspan, 24 ft length and 8 ft height. The Continental O-200 makes 100 hp and drives a McCauley 1A170/DM propeller. Max speed is 120 kt and rate of climb is 700 fpm. Family-level registry data lists up to 4 passengers, but the seat count for this model is not given. Loading and performance Basic empty weight is 1200 lb and useful load is 400 lb, giving a 1600 lb max takeoff weight. Max ramp and max landing weights are also 1600 lb. Baggage allowance is 200 lb, and the CG range is 36 to 46 inches. With a 6 gph burn and 400 nm range, plan fuel and payload together, because both limits can be reached quickly. Upgrades and records to check FAA STC SA02402SE (Electronics International CGR-30C glass engine monitor) lists the C-165 (Army UC-94) among approved models, issued June 24, 2014. If an engine monitor is fitted, ask for the STC copy, the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness and the flight manual supplement. These must stay with the aircraft records. Safety notes: • Some library figures (empty weight, fuel capacity, ceiling, max takeoff weight in specs) look like placeholders. Use the 1600 lb limit and verify fuel capacity in the flight manual. • Stall speeds are 55 kt clean and 48 kt in landing configuration; best glide is 65 kt. Brief these before first flight. • Any STC modification needs its approved flight manual supplement and installation records. Verify them before purchase.