Cirrus SR20 Model Guide
Cirrus SR20 · Model Guide
Overview
The Cirrus SR20 is a single-engine piston airplane in production since 1999. It seats 4 to 5 and has a 38 ft wingspan. The handbooks cover several generations: all-electric aircraft from serial 1268, the optional VFR-only SRV from serial 1337, and Perspective+ avionics from serial 2220 and 2339. Match the manual to the exact airplane you are buying.
- Check the serial number first: the POH, avionics and options differ by serial range (1268, 1337, 2220/2339).
- Performance data in the handbook lists 2600 lb at sea level, ISA: 1023 ft ground roll and 1566 ft over a 50 ft obstacle.
- Older Entegra-PFD airplanes (serials 1337-1877) may lack the optional WAAS kit, which needs Avidyne Release 7.0 PFD software.
- Ask for the weight and balance history. Each equipment change alters empty weight, and useful load is whatever is left.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 50 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Wingspan (ft) ·
- 38
Performance
- Liftoff speed (kt) ·
- 69
- Obstacle speed (kt) ·
- 75
- Takeoff ground roll (ft) ·
- 1,023
- Takeoff distance 50ft (ft) ·
- 1,566
V-speeds
- APPROACH_SPEED_KTS ·
- 100
- FLAPS_UP_SPEED_KTS ·
- 85
- ENROUTE_CLIMB_SPEED_KTS ·
- 105
- INITIAL_CLIMB_SPEED_KTS ·
- 96
- SHORT_FIELD_OBSTACLE_SPEED_KTS ·
- 77
Weight & balance
- Useful load (lb) ·
- 844
- Gross weight (lb) ·
- 3,000
- Basic empty weight (lb) ·
- 2,134
How many people does the Cirrus SR20 carry?
The Cirrus SR20 is listed with 4 to 5 seats. Useful load depends on the individual airplane's equipment. One sample aircraft's report showed 844.01 lb useful load at 3000 lb gross weight.
What should I check on an older Cirrus SR20 with Entegra avionics?
On a Cirrus SR20 with serial 1337 through 1877 and an Avidyne Entegra PFD, ask whether the optional WAAS kit (SB 2X-34-24) was installed. WAAS approaches on the GNS 430W need Avidyne Release 7.0 PFD software.
What is the Cirrus SR20 SRV?
The Cirrus SR20 SRV is an optional VFR-only configuration available on serial 1337 and subsequent. The handbook marks SRV-specific data with a serial-effectivity note.
What is the Cirrus SR20 Model Guide?
The Cirrus SR20 Model Guide is a model guide for the Cirrus SR20, dated 2026.
What year was the Cirrus SR20 Model Guide published?
The Cirrus SR20 Model Guide — the Cirrus SR20 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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In this document
Which SR20 is it?
Handbooks cover all-electric SR20s from serial 1268 on. The optional VFR-only SRV package is available from serial 1337. Cirrus Perspective+ avionics appear on serial 2220, 2339 and later. Entegra-PFD airplanes cover serials 1337 through 1877. Confirm the handbook in the cockpit matches the airplane's serial.
Records and service bulletins
Review the weight and balance record. One sample airplane (serial 1207) listed 2134 lb basic empty weight at delivery and 3000 lb gross weight. Its useful load later fell to 844.01 lb after added equipment. Ask whether SB 2X-34-24 (WAAS antenna) was done. Check the main wheels: if heavy-duty P/N 30-52AB brakes are fitted, SB 7084 requires P/N 40-75P wheels.
Flying numbers from the checklist
Rotate at 65-70 KIAS. Retract flaps at 85 KIAS. Initial climb is 96 KIAS and enroute climb is 105 KIAS. Short-field takeoff: rotate at 65 KIAS and cross the obstacle at 77 KIAS. Approach is flown at 100 KIAS with 50% flaps. Cruise power is set between 55% and 75%.
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Safety notes
- Engine failure on takeoff: abort on the runway; below 500 ft AGL land straight ahead; above 1200 ft AGL turn into the wind if returning.
- Verify the CAPS pin is removed before takeoff. Brief passengers on CAPS operation and door operation.
- Before flight remove the cowl plugs, pitot cover, tie-down ropes and chocks. A chock left behind a wheel can damage the wheel pant.
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Full document text
Cirrus SR20 Model Guide The Cirrus SR20 is a single-engine piston airplane in production since 1999. It seats 4 to 5 and has a 38 ft wingspan. The handbooks cover several generations: all-electric aircraft from serial 1268, the optional VFR-only SRV from serial 1337, and Perspective+ avionics from serial 2220 and 2339. Match the manual to the exact airplane you are buying. • Check the serial number first: the POH, avionics and options differ by serial range (1268, 1337, 2220/2339). • Performance data in the handbook lists 2600 lb at sea level, ISA: 1023 ft ground roll and 1566 ft over a 50 ft obstacle. • Older Entegra-PFD airplanes (serials 1337-1877) may lack the optional WAAS kit, which needs Avidyne Release 7.0 PFD software. • Ask for the weight and balance history. Each equipment change alters empty weight, and useful load is whatever is left. Which SR20 is it? Handbooks cover all-electric SR20s from serial 1268 on. The optional VFR-only SRV package is available from serial 1337. Cirrus Perspective+ avionics appear on serial 2220, 2339 and later. Entegra-PFD airplanes cover serials 1337 through 1877. Confirm the handbook in the cockpit matches the airplane's serial. Records and service bulletins Review the weight and balance record. One sample airplane (serial 1207) listed 2134 lb basic empty weight at delivery and 3000 lb gross weight. Its useful load later fell to 844.01 lb after added equipment. Ask whether SB 2X-34-24 (WAAS antenna) was done. Check the main wheels: if heavy-duty P/N 30-52AB brakes are fitted, SB 7084 requires P/N 40-75P wheels. Flying numbers from the checklist Rotate at 65-70 KIAS. Retract flaps at 85 KIAS. Initial climb is 96 KIAS and enroute climb is 105 KIAS. Short-field takeoff: rotate at 65 KIAS and cross the obstacle at 77 KIAS. Approach is flown at 100 KIAS with 50% flaps. Cruise power is set between 55% and 75%. Safety notes: • Engine failure on takeoff: abort on the runway; below 500 ft AGL land straight ahead; above 1200 ft AGL turn into the wind if returning. • Verify the CAPS pin is removed before takeoff. Brief passengers on CAPS operation and door operation. • Before flight remove the cowl plugs, pitot cover, tie-down ropes and chocks. A chock left behind a wheel can damage the wheel pant.