CESSNA 305A Bird Dog — Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 1
- Origin
- US
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
O1 O1 | — | 1,000 kg | 430 nm | 104 kt | 2 |
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Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog manuals & documents
28 documents for the Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog — Training Manual · Airworthiness Directives · Performance Data · Type Certificate · Weight And Balance · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Specifications · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document provides a detailed account of the Cessna O-2 Skymaster, focusing on its deployment during the Vietnam War. It outlines the aircraft's design, capabilities, and operational history, particularly as it served as a forward air control aircraft for the U.S. Air Force. The manual is intended for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and historians interested in military aviation history and the specific role of the O-2 in combat operations. Key sections cover the aircraft's specifications, deployment strategies, and the challenges faced during its introduction into service.
- Cessna O-2 Skymaster introduced in 1967 with a service ceiling of 33,000 feet.
- Cruise speed of 233 mph and range of 1,640 miles.
- First delivery to South Vietnam on May 20, 1967.
- Armed with 2.75-inch rockets and miniguns for combat support.
- Developed to address the limitations of the O-1 Bird Dog.
Training Manual
Airworthiness Directives
Performance Data
Type Certificate
Weight And Balance
Pilot's Operating Handbook
- POWERHistory - Air Force Historical Foundation202282 pages· 7.0 MB· via afhistory.org
- Cessna L-19/ O-1 Bird Dog - Courtesy Aircraft20206 pages· 1017 KB· via www.courtesyaircraft.com
- The Cessna Bird Dog201992 pages· 10.1 MB· via www.cessnaflyer.org
- Cessna L19 Bird Dog Aircraft Operating Instructions2011111 pages· 3.0 MB· via www.aeroclubprealpivenete.it
- Army Aviation Equipment Issue December 15, 19821982120 pages· 10.8 MB· via armyaviationmagazine.com
- ASSEMBLY MANUAL - Minicars.se45 pages· 7.7 MB· via www.minicars.se
- Pilot's Operating Handbook77 pages· 8.4 MB· via www.tstc.edu
- THE L-19 BIRD DOG - International Birddog Association14 pages· 6.4 MB· via cessnabirddog.org
Checklist
Flight Manual
Other Documents
- Maintenance of Warbird, Historic and Replica Aircraft202224 pages· 492 KB· via www.casa.gov.au
- NOTICES - Pennsylvania Code2005326 pages· 1.8 MB· via www.pacodeandbulletin.gov
- A History of Army Aviation - 1950-19621991323 pages· 18.8 MB· via apps.dtic.mil
- Emergency Procedures for the CESSNA L19 305A BIRD DOG425 pages· 9.9 MB· via media.defense.gov
- Weight & Balance for the CESSNA L19 305A BIRD DOG321 pages· 32.9 MB· via history.army.mil
- Service Bulletin for CESSNA L19 305A BIRD DOG196 pages· 1.3 MB· via www.pacodeandbulletin.gov
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Registered CESSNA 305A Bird Dog aircraft
Individual CESSNA 305A Bird Dog airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
How many Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog are there?
1 Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog are on the worldwide civil registry. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog?
The Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog has a range of about 430 nautical miles.
How fast is the Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog?
The Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog cruises at around 104 knots.
What is the Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog's maximum take-off weight?
The Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog has a maximum take-off weight of 1,000 kg.
How many seats does the Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog have?
The Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog is typically configured for up to 2 occupants.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog?
The Cessna Aircraft Company CESSNA 305A Bird Dog uses ICAO type designator O1.