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50Beechcraft 50

Beechcraft 50
BE50
Photo: André Gerwing · CC BY-SA 4.0
Year
Owner
Beechcraft
Last seen
MTOW
2,700 kg
Range
860 nm
Seats
8
50hover
Beechcraft · 50
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
2
Active
2
Origin
US
Certifying authorities
FAA
Marketplace

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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
BE50
BE50
2,700 kg860 nm179 kt8
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Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS 5A4 · 62 · issued 2013-09-23

The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS 5A4), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.

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Safety & ops history

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Beechcraft 50 manuals & documents

6 documents for the Beechcraft 50 Twin Bonanza Service Bulletins · Supplemental Type Certificate · Weight And Balance · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

No documents are catalogued for the 50 specifically; these are the Beechcraft 50 Twin Bonanza documents.

Overview
AOPA PILOT· 86· SEPTEMBER 1999 · 1999

This document is a Pilot's Operating Handbook for the Beechcraft 50 Twin Bonanza, detailing its design, performance, and operational characteristics. It provides insights into the aircraft's history, including its development in the late 1940s and its military applications. The document is aimed at pilots and aviation enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive look at the Twin Bonanza's features, handling, and maintenance considerations. It highlights the aircraft's unique design elements, engine specifications, and operational procedures, making it a valuable resource for current and prospective owners and operators.

  • First flight on November 15, 1949.
  • Powered by Lycoming engines ranging from 260 hp to 340 hp.
  • Cruise speeds typically between 160 to 170 knots; supercharged versions can exceed 200 knots.
  • Maximum gross weight increased from 7,000 to 7,300 pounds in later models.
  • Notable for its large cabin and various seating configurations, accommodating up to seven passengers.

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