PA-24 260 Comanche C — Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 5
- Origin
- US
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PA24 PA24 | — | 1,400 kg | 960 nm | 185 kt | 4 |
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Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C manuals & documents
35 documents for the Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C — Airworthiness Directives · Service Bulletins · Supplemental Type Certificate · Type Certificate · V Speeds Reference · Weight And Balance · Performance Data · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Specifications · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document is a service manual for the Piper PA-24 Comanche series, specifically detailing the PA-24-180, PA-24-250, PA-24-260, PA-24-260 Turbo, and PA-24-400 models. It provides comprehensive maintenance and servicing instructions, including troubleshooting, component removal and installation, and system inspections. The manual is intended for use by qualified personnel and covers various systems of the aircraft, ensuring safe and effective operation. The information is organized into sections that address different aspects of the aircraft, including handling, servicing, and technical specifications.
- The PA-24-260 has a maximum horsepower of 260, requiring 91/96 octane fuel.
- The aircraft features a low-wing monoplane design with all-metal construction.
- The fuel system includes two fuel cells and two electric auxiliary pumps for reliable operation.
- Landing gear is electrically operated and includes a tricycle configuration.
- The manual emphasizes the importance of qualified personnel performing maintenance and servicing.
Airworthiness Directives
Service Bulletins
- SERVICE BULLETIN SB710020169 pages· 353 KB· via www.clevelandwheelandbrake.com
- Hartzell Propeller Inc. Alert Service Bulletin HC-ASB-61-332 Propeller - Spinner Assembly201138 pages· 1.9 MB· via hartzellprop.com
- SERVICE BULLETIN Propellers Blade Angle Adjustment HC-SB-61-23619983 pages· 38 KB· via hartzellprop.com
Supplemental Type Certificate
- HARTZELL PROPELLER INC. SERVICE BULLETIN HC-SB-61-311 Propeller - Replacement of 835-54(P) Spinner Assembly201140 pages· 1.7 MB· via hartzellprop.com
- Supplemental Type Certificate200926 pages· 4.7 MB· via pipercomanche.info
- PIPER PA-24/30/39 ARAPAHO WING TIPS STC#SA1153SW19997 pages· 306 KB· via www.knots2u.net
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES19751 pages· 10 KB· via services.casa.gov.au
V Speeds Reference
Weight And Balance
Performance Data
Pilot's Operating Handbook
- Piper Comanche Service Manual1998690 pages· 17.8 MB· via www.aeroelectric.com
- THE PIPER COMANCHE197376 pages· 2.0 MB· via docs.northeastcomanche.org
- Owner’s Handbook196979 pages· 2.9 MB· via pipercomanche.info
- COMANCHE PA-24-260 Owner’s Handbook196584 pages· 4.4 MB· via docs.northeastcomanche.org
- PIPER COMANCHE OWNER'S HANDBOOK196060 pages· 6.5 MB· via pipercomanche.info
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
Specifications
Other Documents
- AIRWORTHINESS BULLETIN Piper PA24-260 Comanche Engine Alternate Air Systems20153 pages· 42 KB· via www.casa.gov.au
- Type Acceptance Report TAR 99/19 – Piper PA-24201211 pages· 47 KB· via www.aviation.govt.nz
- AAIB Bulletin: 3/201220124 pages· 1.2 MB· via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE AD/PA-24/2920081 pages· 9 KB· via services.casa.gov.au
- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE AD/PA-24/44 Amdt 120022 pages· 167 KB· via services.casa.gov.au
- AAIB Bulletin No: 7/200220022 pages· 71 KB· via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES19751 pages· 11 KB· via services.casa.gov.au
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Registered PA-24 260 Comanche C aircraft
Individual PA-24 260 Comanche C airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
How many Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C are there?
5 Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C are on the worldwide civil registry. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C?
The Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C has a range of about 960 nautical miles.
How fast is the Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C?
The Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C cruises at around 185 knots.
What is the Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C's maximum take-off weight?
The Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C has a maximum take-off weight of 1,400 kg.
How many seats does the Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C have?
The Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C is typically configured for up to 4 occupants.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C?
The Piper Aircraft PA-24 260 Comanche C uses ICAO type designator PA24.