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The Cessna 402 (ICAO type C402) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 2,800 kg. It offers a maximum range of 1,260 nm, a cruise speed of 213 knots, a service ceiling of 27,000 ft and seating for up to 8 across its variants.

Cessna 402

Cessna 402
C402
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Year
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Owner
—
Last seen
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MTOW
2,800 kg
Range
1,260 nm
Seats
8
402
Cessna · 402
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
311
Active
311
Origin
United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Marketplace

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A white and dark blue twin-engine propeller aircraft with a gold stripe parked on an asphalt tarmac next to a hangar.1 photo
1981 Cessna 402C
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1981 Cessna 402C Business Liner6 photos
1981 Cessna 402C Business Liner
Pompano Beach, USA
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Exterior view of a 1976 Cessna 402B, N167WA.8 photos
Cessna 402B (402B1044)
1976 · Boise, United States
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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
402
402
—2,800 kg1,260 nm213 kt8
402A
402A
—2,800 kg1,260 nm213 kt8
402B
402B
—2,800 kg1,260 nm213 kt8
402C
402C
—2,800 kg1,260 nm213 kt8
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A7CE · Rev 47 · issued 2007-03-27

Category
Normal
MTOW
2,863 kg
Seats
6 passengers
Fuel
386 L
Ceiling
30,000 ft
Approved fuel100100LL
Engine

Two Continental TSIO-520-E or TSIO-520-EB (In any combination)

Certification basis

Part 3 of the Civil Air Regulations dated May 15, 1956, as amended by 3-1 through 3-5 and 3-8

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Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
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Cessna 402 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna 402 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

47 yearsmedian age

Of the 215 registered Cessna 402 with a known build year (69% of the 311 we track), the median age is 47 years.

Registration activity

5changed registration in 12 months

5 of the 311 registered Cessna 402 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (2% of the fleet), across 5 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Fleet activity — last 90 days
Aircraft seen flying
55
Tracked flights
1,298
Tracked flight hours
5,510
Share of fleet flying
18%

55 Cessna 402 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (18% of the registered fleet), across 1,298 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

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Cessna 402 manuals & documents

17 documents for the Cessna 402 — Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Service Bulletins · Other Documents · Supplemental Type Certificate · Airworthiness Directives · Emergency Procedures. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
MODEL 402C PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK · 1980

This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) serves as the FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual for the Cessna 402C. It is designed to provide pilots with essential information regarding the operation, performance, and maintenance of the aircraft. The handbook includes detailed specifications, limitations, emergency procedures, and normal operating procedures. Pilots are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the contents to ensure safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. The manual is applicable to the 1980 Model 402C and includes revisions up to September 1998, ensuring that users have access to the most current operational guidelines.

  • Maximum Takeoff Weight: 6850 lbs
  • Maximum Landing Weight: 6850 lbs
  • Total Fuel Capacity: 213.4 gallons
  • Usable Fuel Capacity: 206 gallons
  • Rate of Climb at Sea Level: 1450 ft/min
  • Service Ceiling: 20,000 feet
  • Engine Model: Teledyne Continental TSIO-520-VB, 325 HP
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Flight Manual

Maintenance Manual

Systems Description

Parts Catalog

Service Bulletins

Other Documents

Supplemental Type Certificate

Airworthiness Directives

Emergency Procedures

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402 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Cessna 402?

The Cessna 402 has a maximum range of 1,260 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Cessna 402 carry?

The Cessna 402 seats up to 8 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Cessna 402?

The Cessna 402's maximum take-off weight is 2,800 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna 402?

The Cessna 402's ICAO type designator is C402.

How many Cessna 402 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 311 registered Cessna 402 airframes worldwide.