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CESSNA 310Q · Pilot's Operating Handbook
Overview
The Cessna 310 Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) provides essential information for pilots operating the Cessna 310 aircraft. It includes detailed specifications, performance data, operating procedures, and safety information necessary for safe flight operations. This handbook is designed for both experienced pilots and those new to the Cessna 310, offering insights into the aircraft's systems and handling characteristics. The POH serves as a critical reference for preflight planning, in-flight operations, and emergency procedures, ensuring that pilots have the necessary information at their fingertips to operate the aircraft safely and efficiently.
- Maximum takeoff weight: 5,200 lbs (2,359 kg)
- Cruise speed: 200 knots (230 mph or 370 km/h)
- Stall speed in landing configuration: 60 knots (69 mph or 111 km/h)
- Service ceiling: 20,000 feet (6,096 m)
- Range with maximum fuel: 1,200 nautical miles (2,222 km)
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- Type
- Pilot's Operating Handbook
- Pages
- 322
- File size
- 6.8 MB
- Publisher
- britishaerobaticacademy.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Range (nm)
- 1,511
- Engine (hp)
- 285
- Height (ft)
- 10
- Length (ft)
- 31
- Propeller
- 0850334-26
- Wingspan (ft)
- 37
- Engine model
- IO-520-M
- Max speed (kt)
- 207
- Cruise speed (kt)
- 194
- Empty weight (lb)
- 3,337
- Fuel capacity (gal)
- 207
- Rate of climb (fpm)
- 1,662
- Service ceiling (ft)
- 19,750
- Max takeoff weight (lb)
- 5,500
Performance
- Landing over 50ft
- 1,790
- Takeoff over 50ft
- 1,335
- Landing distance (ft)
- 640
- Takeoff distance (ft)
- 1,700
V-speeds
- VR
- 82
Weight & balance
- Useful load (lb)
- 1,163
- Baggage allowance (lb)
- 950
- Basic empty weight (lb)
- 3,337
- Max landing weight (lb)
- 5,400
- Max takeoff weight (lb)
- 5,500
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In this document
Aircraft Specifications
The Cessna 310 features a twin-engine configuration with a maximum takeoff weight of 5,200 lbs (2,359 kg). It is powered by two Continental IO-520-U engines, each producing 285 horsepower. The aircraft has a wingspan of 38 feet 4 inches (11.68 m) and a length of 27 feet 2 inches (8.28 m). The fuel capacity is 80 gallons (303 liters), allowing for extended range and endurance.
Performance Data
The Cessna 310 has a maximum cruise speed of approximately 200 knots (230 mph or 370 km/h) at 75% power. The stall speed in landing configuration is 60 knots (69 mph or 111 km/h). The service ceiling is 20,000 feet (6,096 m), and the range with maximum fuel is about 1,200 nautical miles (2,222 km).
Operating Procedures
Pilots should follow standard operating procedures for engine start, taxi, takeoff, and landing. The POH outlines checklists for each phase of flight, including preflight inspections and emergency procedures. It is crucial to adhere to weight and balance limits to ensure safe flight operations.
Emergency Procedures
The handbook includes detailed emergency procedures for engine failure, electrical malfunctions, and other critical situations. Pilots are advised to familiarize themselves with these procedures to ensure a prompt and effective response in case of an emergency.
Weight and Balance
Proper weight and balance calculations are essential for safe flight. The Cessna 310 POH provides charts and guidelines for determining the aircraft's center of gravity and ensuring it remains within limits during flight.
Safety notes
- Always perform a thorough preflight inspection before each flight.
- Ensure weight and balance calculations are within limits.
- Familiarize yourself with emergency procedures outlined in the POH.
Full document text
PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK IT IS RECOMMENDED THIS DOCUMENT BE CARRIED IN CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY 1976 MODEL 310R THE AIRPLANE AT ALL TIMES Serial Number 310 R0Y12 Registration N VH-JTV THIS HANDBOOK INCLUDES THE MATERIAL REQUIRED TO BE FURNISHED TO THE PILOT BY CAR PART 3. CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY Wallace Division Wichita, Kansas D1528-4-13-RPC-400-4/82 1 NOVEMBER 1975 Revision 4 2 April 1982 - Cessna. MODEL 310R INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS Welcome to the ranks of Cessna owners! Your Cessna has been designed and constructed to give you the most in performance, economy, and comfort. It is our desire that you will find flying it, either for business or pleasure, a pleasant and profitable experience. This Pilot's Operating Handbook has been prepared as a guide to help you It contains infor- get the most pleasure and utility from your airplane. mation about your Cessna's equipment, operating procedures, and perfor- mance; and suggestions for its servicing and care. We urge you to read it from cover to cover, and to refer to it frequently. Our interest in your flying pleasure has not ceased with your purchase of a Cessna. Worldwide, the Cessna Dealer Organization backed by Cessna Customer Services Department stands ready to serve you. The following services are offered by most Cessna Dealers: ●THE CESSNA WARRANTY, which provides coverage for parts and labor, is available at Cessna Dealers worldwide. Specific benefits and provisions of warranty, plus other important benefits for you, are contained in your Customer Care Program book supplied with your airplane. Warranty service is available to you at authorized Cessna Dealers throughout the world upon presentation of your Customer Care Card which establishes your eligibility under the warranty. FACTORY TRAINED PERSONNEL to provide you with courteous expert service. FACTORY APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT to provide you efficient and accurate workmanship. A STOCK OF GENUINE CESSNA SERVICE PARTS on hand when you need them. THE LATEST AUTHORITATIVE INFORMATION FOR SERVICING CESSNA AIRPLANES, since Cessna Dealers have all of the Service Manuals and Parts Catalogs, kept current by Service Letters and Service News Letters, published by Cessna Aircraft Company. We urge all Cessna owners to use the Cessna Dealer Organization to the fullest. A current Cessna Dealer Directory accompanies your new airplane. The Directory is revised frequently, and a current copy can be obtained from your Cessna Dealer. Make your Directory one of your cross-country flight planning aids%;B a warm welcome awaits you at every Cessna Dealer. 1 November 1975 -- INTRODUCTION PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 310R PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT: Takeoff Landing SPEED, BEST POWER MIXTURE: Maximum - Sea Level Maximum Recommended Cruise 75% Power at 7500 Feet RANGE, RECOMMENDED LEAN MIXTURE: Maximum Recommended Cruise 75% Power at 7500 Feet (600 Pounds Usable Fuel) 75% Power at 7500 Feet (978 Pounds Usable Fuel) 75% Power at 7500 Feet (1218 Pounds Usable Fuel) Maximum Range 10,000 Feet (600 Pounds Usable Fuel) 10,000 Feet (978 Pounds Usable Fuel) 10,000 Feet (1218 Pounds Usable Fuel) RATE-OF-CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL: All Engines Single-Engine SERVICE CEILING: All Engines Single-Engine TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE: (82 KIAS, 15° Wing Flaps And 5500 Pounds Weight) Ground Roll Total Distance Over 50-Foot Obstacle LANDING PERFORMANCE: (93 KIAS, 35° Wing Flaps And 5400 Pounds Weight) Ground Roll Total Distance (Over 50-Foot Obstacle) STANDARD EMPTY WEIGHTS: 310R 310R II BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE: WING LOADING: POWER LOADING: FUEL CAPACITY: (Total) Standard . (Approximate) With Auxiliary Tanks (40 Gallons Usable) With Auxiliary Tanks (63 Gallons Usable) 5500 Pounds 5400 Pounds 207 KTAS 194 KTAS 494 Nautical Miles, 2.62 Hours and 193 KTAS 884 Nautical Miles, 4.63 Hours and 193 KTAS 1132 Nautical Miles, 5.91 Hours and 194 KTAS 616 Nautical Miles, 4.12 Hours and 148 KTAS 1152 Nautical Miles, 7.87 Hours and 145 KTAS 1511 Nautical Miles, 10.46 Hours and 144 KTAS 1662 Feet Per Minute 370 Feet Per Minute 19,750 Feet 7400 Feet 1335 Feet 1700 Feet 640 Feet 1790 Feet 3337 Pounds 3578 Pounds 950 Pounds 30.73 Pounds Per Square Foot 9.65 Pounds Per Horsepower With Auxiliary Tanks (63 Gallons Usable) And Wing Locker Tanks OIL CAPACITY: (Total) ENGINES: Continental Six-Cylinder, Fuel-Injected Engines 285 Rated Horsepower At 2700 Propeller RPM PROPELLERS: • Constant Speed, Full Feathering, Three-Bladed 6'4.5" Diameter NOTE: Range data includes allowances for start, taxi, takeoff, climb, descent and 45-minute reserve at 45% power. 102 Gallons 143 Gallons 166 Gallons 207 Gallons 26 Quarts 10-520M 0850334-26 ii - 1 November 1975 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY AUSTRALIA Aircraft Registration: VH-WME Incorporation Amendment Record Sheet JTV _Aircraft Serial Number: 0712 Description of Amendment. Incorporated By. Date. 02/05/00 Issue of CASA Approval Page and Amendment Sheet for FAA Approved Pilots Operating Handbook D1528-13 at revision 4 dated 02Apr1982 fro the Cessna 310R aircraft. H. Wheeler. 29/06/00 AD/Cessna 310/57 Admt 1 19/10/01 Apollo GX60 IFR GPS Approval H. Wheeler. H. Wheeler. 16/11/01 Engine Failure During Flight D1634-13 H. Wheeler. 03/04/02 Engine Start- Shut down procedures. Vacuum System check supplement. H. Wheeler. 09.06.09 GARMIN CNX80 EPS APPROVAL ASPEN EFD1000 PRO APPROVAL FDM 760 ENGINE MONITOR APPROVAL AVIDYNE TAS610 APPROVAL A. WHEELER Cessna MODEL 310R INTRODUCTION LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES COVERAGE The Pilot's Operating Handbook in the airplane at the time of delivery from Cessna Aircraft Company contains all of the information applicable to the Model 310R and 310R II airplanes, serial number 310R0501 through 310R0800. REVISIONS This handbook will be kept current by Service Letters published by Cessna Aircraft Company. These are distributed to Cessna Dealers and to those who subscribe to Cessna Service Letters. If you do not have a sub-
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scription you will want to keep in touch with your Cessna Dealer for information concerning the revision status of the handbook. Subsequent revisions should be examined immediately upon receipt and incorporated in the handbook. REVISED MATERIAL INDICATORS A bar will extend the full length of deleted, new or revised text and/o illustrations added on new or presently existing pages. This bar will be located adjacent to the applicable text in the margin on the outboard side of the page. All revised pages will carry the revision number and date below the original page issue date on the applicable page, i.e., Revision 3 - 1 Jan 1978. Pages affected by the current revision are indicated by an asterisk (*) preceding the pages listed under the page column in the following Log of Effective Pages. LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES DO NOT USE THIS HANDBOOK FOR OPERATIONAL PURPOSES UNLESS IT IS MAINTAINED IN A CURRENT STATUS. Page *Title i thru ii *iii thru iv Contents Date Page Date • • 2 Apr 82 2-7 1 Mar 76 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 • 2-8 thru 2-9 2-10 *3-1 1 Nov 75 • 1 Jan 78 2 Apr 82 *1-1 - 1-2 • 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 3-2 thru 3-4 3-4A/3-4B 1 Jan 78 . 1 Oct 76 " 1-3 1 Mar 76 *1-4 2 Apr 82 3-5 thru 3-9 *3-10 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 1-5 thru 1-6 1 Nov 75 3-11 thru 3-12 1 Nov 75 1-7 thru 1-8 1 Jan 78 *3-13 2 Apr 82 1-9/1-10 1 Jan 78 3-14 thru 3-15 1 Nov 75 2-1 1 Nov 75 • 2-2 1 Jan 78 • • • 2-3 1 Mar 76 *2-4 2. Apr 82 2-5 thru 2-6 1 November 1975 Revision 4 - 2 Apr 1982 1 Nov 75 *3-29 thru 3-30 *3-16 3-17 3-18 3-19 thru 3-28 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 iii 2 Apr 82 1 Jan 78 1 Oct 76 INTRODUCTION LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Cessna Ca310R LOG OF EFFECTIVE PAGES (Continued) Page 4-1 Date Page • 1 Nov 75 1 Jan 78 *7-22 7-23 • • 1 Jan 78 • 1 Nov 75 *7-24 thru 7-26 7-27 thru 7-30 - " 1 Jan 78 4-2 4-3/4-4 4-5 thru 4-6 4-7 thru 4-9 4-10 thru 4-12 *4-13 thru 4-14 4-15 thru 4-16 4-17 4-18 4-19 . 4-20 thru 4-21 *4-22 thru 4-24 4-25 thru 4-26 4-27 *4-28 • 4-29 thru 4-30 4-31/4-32 5-1 thru 5-4 5-5 . • - Date 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 1 Mar 76 1 Nov 75 7-31 *7-32 • 2 Apr 82 2 Apr 82 7-33 thru 7-41 1 Nov 75 1 Nov 75 7-42 thru 7-44 1 Jan 78 1 Jan 78 • *8-1 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 1 Oct 76 8-2 thru 8-7 *8-8 8-9 8-10 • • • 8-12 thru 8-13 *8-14 thru 8-16 9-1 1 Jan 78 " 2 Apr 82 ' 1 Jan 78 *8-11 1 Nov 75 . 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 1 Nov 75 *9-2 1 Nov 75 1 Jan 78 • 1 Nov 75 • 1 Mar 76 1 Nov 75 *Index-1 thru Index-6 *Index-7/Index-8 • 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 1 Mar 76 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 1 Nov 75 2 Apr 82 1 Jan 78 2 Apr 82 • 2 Apr 82 2 Apr 82 5-5 thru 5-23 5-24 thru 5-25 5-26 thru 5-29 5-30 • " 5-31 thru 5-44 6-1 thru 6-28 6-29/6-30 . 1 Nov 75 " - 1 Nov 75 1 Nov 75 *7-1 • • 2 Apr 82 7-2 thru 7-21 1 Jan 78 1 Nov 75 NOTE Refer to Section 9, Table of Contents, for supplements applicable to optional systems. iv 1 November 1975 Revision 4 - 2 Apr 1982 Cessna. MODEL 310R SECTION 1 GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 LIMITATIONS. INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1-1 2-1 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3-1 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES 5 PERFORMANCE... 4-1 5-1 6 WEIGHT & BALANCE/EQUIPMENT LIST....... .. 6-1 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS 7-1 • 00 8 AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ..... 8-1 9 SUPPLEMENTS... ALPHABETICAL INDEX 1 November 1975 9-1 Index-1 Contents Cessna. MODEL 310R SECTION 1 .GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION 1-1 ENGINES . 1-1 THREE-VIEW DRAWING 1-2 PROPELLERS 1-3 FUEL 1-3 OIL 1-4 MAXIMUM CERTIFICATED WEIGHTS . . DIMENSIONS 1-4 CABIN, BAGGAGE AND ENTRY 1-5 • STANDARD AIRPLANE WEIGHTS • 1-6 1-6 " • SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY . General Airspeed Ter- minology and Symbols Meteorological Terminology. Power Terminology Airplane Performance and Flight Planning Terminology Weight and Balance Terminology SECTION 1 GENERAL Page • 1-6 • 1-6 • 1-7 1-8 1-8 • 1-8 SPECIFIC LOADINGS INTRODUCTION This handbook consists of 9 sections and an alphabetical index as shown on the Contents page. This handbook includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot by CAR 3. It also contains supplemental data supplied by Cessna Aircraft Company. Specific information can be rapidly found by referring to the Contents page for the appropriate section, then referring to the Table Of Contents on the first page of the appropriate section, or by use of the Alphabetical Index. Section 1 of the Pilot's Operating Handbook presents basic airplane data and general information which will be of value to the pilot. ENGINES Number of Engines: 2 Manufacturer: Engine Model Number: Engine Type: Horsepower: Teledyne Continental Motors IO-520-M Fuel injected, direct drive, air-cooled, horizontally opposed, six cylinder, 520 cubic-inch displacement. 285 rated horsepower at 2700 propeller RPM. 1 November 1975 Revision 4 - 2 Apr 82 1-1 SECTION 1 GENERAL * 10'0" 1-2 Cessna. 310R THREE-VIEW DRAWING MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF AIRPLANE WITH NOSE GEAR DEPRESSED IS 10*11.75" MODEL 6'4.5" 36'11" 3111.5" * 10'8" 6'11.5" 5*0.75" 11'9.5" 17'0" 1. NORMAL PROPELLER TIP TO GROUND CLEARANCE IS 10.3 INCHES. 2. 3. TOTAL WING AREA, INCLUDING NACELLES AND FUSELAGE WITHIN THE WING PLANFORM, IS 179.0 SQUARE FEET. MINIMUM TURNING RADIUS. IS 48'8.5". SEE FIGURE 7-10 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Figure 1-1 1 November 1975 Cessna. DEL 310R PROPELLERS Number of Propellers: Manufacturer: Propeller Part 2 SECTION 1 GENERAL McCauley Accessory Division, Cessna Aircraft Company 0850334-26 Number: Number of Blades: 3 Propeller Diameter: 6'4.5" Constant speed, full feathering, nonreversible hydrau- lically actuated (At 30-Inch Station) b. Low Pitch 13.90 +0.20 Feather 81.70 +0.30 Propeller Type: Blade Range: a. FUEL Grade: Aviation grade 100/130 (Green Color). Low lead aviation grade 100LL (Blue Color) is a suita- ble alternate. Isopropyl alcohol may be added to the fuel supply in quantities not to exceed 1% of the total. Refer to Section 8 for additional information. Total and Usable: See Figure 1-2 FUEL TABLE System Total Fuel Capacity (U.S. Gallons) Usable Fuel (U.S. Gallons) Standard System 102 100 Standard System with Optional 143 140 Wing Locker Tanks Standard System with Optional 143 140 40-Gallon Auxiliary Tanks Standard System with Optional 166 163 63-Gallon Auxiliary Tanks Standard System with Optional 184 180 Wing Locker Tanks and Optional 40-Gallon Auxiliary Tanks Standard System with Optional 207 203 63-Gallon Auxiliary Tanks and Optional Wing Locker Tanks Figure 1-2 1 November 1975 Revision 1 - 1 Mar 1976 1-3 | SECTION 1 GENERAL OIL Grade: MODEL 310R Aviation grade engine oil. Refer to Section 8 for addi- tional information. Viscosity: SAE Rating 50 | 30 Ambient Temperature °C (°F) Above 4.4 (40) Below 4.4 (40) Total Sump Capacity: Drain and Refill Quantity: Oil Quantity Operating Range: Multiviscosity Unrestricted - After 25 Hours 12 quarts per engine. 13 quarts per engine including one quart for oil filter. Do not operate engine on less than 9 quarts. To mini- mize loss of oil through breather, fill to 10-quart level for normal flights of less than 3 hours. For extended flight, fill to capacity. NOTE- Dip stick indicates 1 quart lower than actual oil quantity in the engine. IMAXIMUM CERTIFICATED WEIGHTS Maximum Takeoff Weight: 5500 pounds Maximum Landing Weight: 5400 pounds Maximum Zero Fuel Weight: Maximum Weights 4900 pounds in Baggage Compartments: 1-4 a. b. C. d. Left and Right Wing Lockers - 120 pounds each. When optional wing locker fuel is installed, the applicable wing locker baggage capacity is reduced to 40 pounds. Nose Bay - 350 pounds less installed optional equipment. Refer to the loading placard in the airplane nose baggage bay. Aft Cabin (Station 96) See Figure 1-3 - 200 pounds. Aft Cabin (Station 124 Standard or Station 126 Optional) See Figure 1-3 160 pounds. - 1 November 1975 Revision 4 - 2 Apr 1982 Cessna. MODEL 310R SECTION 1 GENERAL CABIN, BAGGAGE AND ENTRY DIMENSIONS COMPARTMENT VOLUME CUBIC FEET 21.0 NOSE WING LOCKER EACH AFT CABIN (STATION 96 AND STATION 124) STANDARD 48.5" 42.5" 32.6" 48.0" 9.25 26.1 47.3" BAGGAGE STATION 96 BAGGAGE STATION 124 147.50" OPTIONAL T 32.6" 42.5" 48.0" 15.5" 48.5" 47.3" BAGGAGE STATION 126 ☐ 19.15" 18.50" 40.2" 19.08" 40.47"- OPTIONAL BAGGAGE DOOR 1 November 1975 50.0" 25.5" 50.0" 27.0" 12.5"7 TOP VIEW 38.0' 59.0" AVIONICS AREA' UPPER SHELF AREA ONLY 39.00" LOWER SHELF AREA ONLY SIDE VIEW 15.0" 32.25" NOSE BAGGAGE 40.00" 59.0" Figure 1-3 19.0" 1-5
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