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The Cessna T303 (ICAO type C303) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 2,300 kg. It offers a maximum range of 810 nm, a cruise speed of 196 knots, a service ceiling of 25,000 ft and seating for up to 6 across its variants.

Cessna T303

Cessna T303
C303
Photo via Wikipedia: Cessna T303 Crusader
Year
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Owner
—
Last seen
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MTOW
2,300 kg
Range
810 nm
Seats
6
T303
Cessna · T303
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
125
Active
125
Origin
United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Market

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Marketplace

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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
T303
T303
—2,300 kg810 nm196 kt6
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A34CE · Rev 6 · issued 2003-03-31

Category
Normal
MTOW
2,337 kg
MZFW
2,200 kg
Seats
6 passengers
Fuel
587 L
Ceiling
25,000 ft
Approved fuel100LL100 Minimum Grade Aviation Gasoline
Engine

Continental Left - TSIO-520-AE Right - LTSIO-520-AE

Certification basis

Part 23 of the Federal Aviation Regulations dated February 1, 1965, as amended by 23-1 through 23-21 and Paragraphs 23.1545 and 23.1416 as amended by 23-23; in addition, FAR 36 dat…

Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.

Cessna T303 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna T303 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

44 yearsmedian age

Of the 64 registered Cessna T303 with a known build year (51% of the 125 we track), the median age is 44 years.

Registration activity

5changed registration in 12 months

5 of the 125 registered Cessna T303 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (4% 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
5
Tracked flights
13
Tracked flight hours
37
Share of fleet flying
4%

5 Cessna T303 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (4% of the registered fleet), across 13 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

For sale now

4Cessna T303 listed for sale

$162Kmedian $303K$399K

Asking prices from $162K to $399K, typically $259K–$350K — based on 14 USD asking prices on Sprinkle, not an appraisal.

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Cessna T303 manuals & documents

19 documents for the Cessna T303 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Training Manual · Systems Description · Service Bulletins · Wiring Diagrams · Specifications · Other Documents · Model Guide · Type Certificate · Supplemental Type Certificate. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
Airplane Flight Manual Supplement

This document serves as an Airplane Flight Manual Supplement for the Cessna T303 Crusader, detailing the specifications and advantages of a new propeller system designed for this aircraft model. It outlines the benefits of the new propeller, including improved performance metrics such as reduced weight and increased speed, as well as compliance with noise regulations. The supplement is intended for pilots and maintenance personnel who require detailed information on the propeller system and its installation. It includes specifications, installation instructions, and continued airworthiness guidelines to ensure safe and effective operation of the aircraft with the new propeller system.

  • Propeller weight is approximately 18 lbs less than the original.
  • 10% shorter take-off distance over a 50 ft obstacle at MTOW, SL, ISA conditions.
  • Propeller maximum diameter is 185 cm (72.8 inches) and minimum diameter is 180 cm (70.8 inches).
  • Installed propeller and spinner weight is 65.2 kg (143.7 lbs).
  • The propeller complies with German noise regulations for unrestricted airport operations.

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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.

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T303 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Cessna T303?

The Cessna T303 has a maximum range of 810 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Cessna T303 carry?

The Cessna T303 seats up to 6 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Cessna T303?

The Cessna T303's maximum take-off weight is 2,300 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna T303?

The Cessna T303's ICAO type designator is C303.

How many Cessna T303 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 125 registered Cessna T303 airframes worldwide.