The Cessna C-38 (ICAO type CMAS) is an aircraft of United States origin. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1,066 kg. It offers a maximum range of 600 nm, a cruise speed of 140 knots, a service ceiling of 18,000 ft and seating for up to 4 across its variants.
Cessna C-38

CMAS
Photo via Wikimedia Commons: Cessna C-38 (N19458).jpg
Year
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Owner
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Last seen
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MTOW
1,066 kg
Range
600 nm
Seats
4
C-38
Cessna · C-38
Model overview
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 6
- Active
- 6
- Origin
- United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Variants
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-38 C-38 | — | 1,066 kg | 600 nm | 140 kt | 4 |
Type certification
The FAA paperwork
TCDS TC 668 · issued 1941-08-27
- MTOW
- 1,066 kg
- Seats
- 3 passengers
- Fuel
- 132 L
Engine
Warner Super Scarab Series 50 or 50A, 145 hp, 2050 rpm
Certification basis
Type Certificate No. 668
Safety & ops history
Where to look next
Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
This aircraft
Tools
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C-38 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Cessna C-38?
The Cessna C-38 has a maximum range of 600 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Cessna C-38 carry?
The Cessna C-38 seats up to 4 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Cessna C-38?
The Cessna C-38's maximum take-off weight is 1,066 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna C-38?
The Cessna C-38's ICAO type designator is CMAS.
How many Cessna C-38 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 6 registered Cessna C-38 airframes worldwide.
Registered C-38 aircraft
Individual C-38 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.