CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C Model Guide
CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C · Model Guide
Overview
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C is a single-engine piston, tandem-style observation and utility aircraft of the Cessna 305 family. It has a Continental O-470 of 230 hp, a McCauley 3-blade propeller, a 2400 lb maximum takeoff weight and 36 gal of fuel. Regulators in Norway and France list it as an accepted type.
- The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C has a Continental O-470 (230 hp) and a 2400 lb maximum takeoff weight.
- It cruises at 100 kts and burns about 10 gph. Listed range is 600 nm, but the family registry shows up to 430 nm.
- Norway lists the 305C Bird Dog as a common type already holding airworthiness certificates. France lists it for a restricted collection-aircraft certificate.
- Treat it as a former-military type: check records, engine and propeller documentation, and the maintenance report.
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Source
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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
- Range (nm) ·
- 600
- Engine (hp) ·
- 230
- Max speed (kt) ·
- 120
- Cruise speed (kt) ·
- 100
- Empty weight (lb) ·
- 1,600
- Fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 36
- Service ceiling (ft) ·
- 15,000
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 2,400
Performance
- Fuel burn (gph) ·
- 10
- Landing over 50ft ·
- 1,200
- Max crosswind (kt) ·
- 15
- Rate of climb (fpm) ·
- 1,000
- Takeoff over 50ft ·
- 1,500
- Landing distance (ft) ·
- 800
- Takeoff distance (ft) ·
- 1,000
- Best glide speed (kt) ·
- 70
V-speeds
- VR_KTS ·
- 65
- VX_KTS ·
- 70
- VY_KTS ·
- 75
- VFE_KTS ·
- 85
- VNE_KTS ·
- 140
- VNO_KTS ·
- 125
- VS1_KTS ·
- 60
- VSO_KTS ·
- 50
Weight & balance
- Useful load (lb) ·
- 800
- Cg aft limit (in) ·
- 46
- Max ramp weight (lb) ·
- 2,400
- Baggage allowance (lb) ·
- 200
- Basic empty weight (lb) ·
- 1,600
- Max landing weight (lb) ·
- 2,400
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 2,400
- Cg forward limit (in) ·
- 36
What engine does the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C use?
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C uses a Continental O-470 of 230 hp, turning a McCauley 3-blade propeller.
How much can the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C carry?
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C has a useful load of 800 lbs, a 200 lb baggage allowance, and 36 gal of fuel capacity. Maximum takeoff weight is 2400 lbs. The wider 305 family is listed for up to 2 passengers.
Is the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C accepted by aviation authorities?
Norway's guidance lists the 305C Bird Dog as a common type already certificated there. France's CNRAC list includes the 305 C Bird Dog, with no maintenance programme acceptance required.
How fast and how far does the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C fly?
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C cruises at 100 kts, with a maximum of 120 kts, and a listed range of 600 nm. The family registry shows up to 430 nm, so verify with the aircraft's flight manual.
What is the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C Model Guide?
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C Model Guide is a model guide for the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C, dated 2026.
What year was the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C Model Guide published?
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C Model Guide — the CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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Performance and loads
The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C cruises at 100 kts, tops out at 120 kts, and climbs about 1000 fpm. Takeoff roll is 1000 ft (1500 ft over 50 ft). Landing roll is 800 ft (1200 ft over 50 ft). Useful load is 800 lbs, with a 200 lb baggage allowance. Demonstrated crosswind is 15 kts.
Regulatory status
Norway's national certification guidance lists the 305C Bird Dog among common types already holding airworthiness certificates, so new individuals can normally be certified if airworthy. France's CNRAC list includes the 305 C Bird Dog, with no maintenance programme acceptance required. Check the rules in your own country.
What to check when buying
Norwegian guidance requires engine, propeller and other critical components to be documented as airworthy, for example via the technical log or maintenance records. A maintenance report is issued at the 100-hour or annual inspection and is valid for 12 months. Former military aircraft may face extra operating-organisation requirements.
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Safety notes
- Stall is 60 kts clean and 50 kts in landing configuration. Vne is 140 kts, Vno 125 kts, and flap limit speed (Vfe) 85 kts.
- Keep CG within 36 to 46 inches and do not exceed 2400 lbs takeoff weight.
- Range and speed figures differ between sources (600 nm listed here, family maximum 430 nm). Verify against the aircraft's own flight manual.
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CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C Model Guide The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C is a single-engine piston, tandem-style observation and utility aircraft of the Cessna 305 family. It has a Continental O-470 of 230 hp, a McCauley 3-blade propeller, a 2400 lb maximum takeoff weight and 36 gal of fuel. Regulators in Norway and France list it as an accepted type. • The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C has a Continental O-470 (230 hp) and a 2400 lb maximum takeoff weight. • It cruises at 100 kts and burns about 10 gph. Listed range is 600 nm, but the family registry shows up to 430 nm. • Norway lists the 305C Bird Dog as a common type already holding airworthiness certificates. France lists it for a restricted collection-aircraft certificate. • Treat it as a former-military type: check records, engine and propeller documentation, and the maintenance report. Performance and loads The CESSNA L-19 Bird Dog 305C cruises at 100 kts, tops out at 120 kts, and climbs about 1000 fpm. Takeoff roll is 1000 ft (1500 ft over 50 ft). Landing roll is 800 ft (1200 ft over 50 ft). Useful load is 800 lbs, with a 200 lb baggage allowance. Demonstrated crosswind is 15 kts. Regulatory status Norway's national certification guidance lists the 305C Bird Dog among common types already holding airworthiness certificates, so new individuals can normally be certified if airworthy. France's CNRAC list includes the 305 C Bird Dog, with no maintenance programme acceptance required. Check the rules in your own country. What to check when buying Norwegian guidance requires engine, propeller and other critical components to be documented as airworthy, for example via the technical log or maintenance records. A maintenance report is issued at the 100-hour or annual inspection and is valid for 12 months. Former military aircraft may face extra operating-organisation requirements. Safety notes: • Stall is 60 kts clean and 50 kts in landing configuration. Vne is 140 kts, Vno 125 kts, and flap limit speed (Vfe) 85 kts. • Keep CG within 36 to 46 inches and do not exceed 2400 lbs takeoff weight. • Range and speed figures differ between sources (600 nm listed here, family maximum 430 nm). Verify against the aircraft's own flight manual.