C23 — Beechcraft C23
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 574
- Active
- 503
- Origin
- US
3 for sale right now
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BE23 BE23 | — | 1,000 kg | 810 nm | 115 kt | 4 |
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The FAA paperwork
TCDS A1CE · 36 · issued 2013-09-23
The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS A1CE), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.
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Beechcraft C23 manuals & documents
11 documents for the Beechcraft C23 — Weight And Balance · Training Manual · Airworthiness Directives · Performance Data · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Systems Description · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document serves as a Pilot's Operating Handbook for the Beechcraft C23 Sundowner, detailing its specifications, performance, and operational guidelines. Aimed at pilots and aviation enthusiasts, it provides essential information on the aircraft's capabilities, handling characteristics, and maintenance requirements. The Sundowner is recognized for its sturdy construction, comfort, and suitability as a transition aircraft for pilots moving to more complex models. The handbook includes performance data, weight limits, and operational speeds, making it a vital resource for safe and effective flight operations.
- Wingspan: 32 ft 9 in; Length: 25 ft 9 in; Height: 8 ft 3 in.
- Gross weight: 2,450 lb; Empty weight: 1,502 lb; Useful load: 800 lb.
- Fuel capacity: 59.8 gal (57.2 usable); Each tank holds 29.9 gal (28.6 usable).
- Cruise speed at 75% power: 136 knots; Rate of climb: 792 ft/min.
- Recommended landing speeds: 68 knots (full flaps), 80 knots (flaps retracted).
Weight And Balance
Training Manual
Airworthiness Directives
Performance Data
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Systems Description
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Registered C23 aircraft
Individual C23 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
- N842KZ1983
- N6570L1983
- N638661983
- N6363U1983
- N6664N1983
- N667101983
- N6681X1983
- N6590A1983
- N655031983
- N636871983
- N661261983
- N6591A1983
- N6652G1983
- N6698Q1983
- C-GLYC1982
- N614PW1982
- N615261982
- N6528N1982
- N637321982
- N6349C1982
- N637451982
- N629541982
- N635031982
- C-GZEV1982
How many Beechcraft C23 are there?
574 Beechcraft C23 are on the worldwide civil registry, of which about 503 are active. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Beechcraft C23?
The Beechcraft C23 has a range of about 810 nautical miles.
How fast is the Beechcraft C23?
The Beechcraft C23 cruises at around 115 knots.
What is the Beechcraft C23's maximum take-off weight?
The Beechcraft C23 has a maximum take-off weight of 1,000 kg.
How many seats does the Beechcraft C23 have?
The Beechcraft C23 is typically configured for up to 4 occupants.
Is the Beechcraft C23 type certified?
Yes. The Beechcraft C23 holds a type certificate; you can read its Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) and what each section means on Sprinkle.