CESSNA 206 TURBINE — Advisory Circular

This Advisory Circular (AC) provides guidelines for airport designers and planners to determine recommended runway lengths for new runways or extensions to existing runways. It is intended for use in the design of civil airports and outlines the factors that influence runway length requirements based on airplane performance data. The document emphasizes that the guidelines should not replace flight planning calculations as required by airplane operating rules. It is particularly relevant for airport projects receiving Federal funding, where adherence to these guidelines is mandatory. The AC covers various categories of airplanes, including small airplanes with a maximum certificated takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds (5,670 kg) or less, and larger airplanes, including regional jets and those over 60,000 pounds (27,200 kg).

• The maximum certificated takeoff weight (MTOW) for small airplanes is defined as 12,500 pounds (5,670 kg) or less.
• Runway lengths for small airplanes with approach speeds of less than 30 knots should be 300 feet (92 meters) at sea level.
• For small airplanes with approach speeds of 30 knots or more but less than 50 knots, the recommended runway length is 800 feet (244 meters) at sea level.
• Airplanes with an MTOW over 60,000 pounds (27,200 kg) require individual assessments for runway length requirements.
• Airport elevation and temperature significantly affect the recommended runway lengths.