PIPER PA-24 Comanche — Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 2
- 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 PIPER PA-24 Comanche manuals & documents
11 documents for the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche — Supplemental Type Certificate · Service Bulletins · Airworthiness Directives · Performance Data · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Specifications · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) is designed for the Piper PA-24 Comanche series, specifically the PA-24-180 and PA-24-250 models. It serves as a comprehensive guide for pilots, providing essential information on the aircraft's specifications, performance characteristics, operational procedures, and safety protocols. The handbook emphasizes the importance of proper flight training and adherence to FAA regulations, while offering detailed insights into the aircraft's systems and handling. It is intended to enhance the pilot's understanding and confidence in operating the Comanche safely and effectively.
- Engine options: PA-24-180 (Lycoming O-360-A1D, 180 HP), PA-24-250 (Lycoming O-540-A1D5, 250 HP).
- Takeoff distance for PA-24-180: 750 ft; for PA-24-250: 750 ft under standard conditions.
- Best rate of climb speed: 96 MPH for PA-24-180, 105 MPH for PA-24-250.
- Gross weight: 2,550 lbs (PA-24-180), 2,900 lbs (PA-24-250).
- Fuel capacity: 50 gallons (PA-24-180), 60 gallons (PA-24-250).
Supplemental Type Certificate
Service Bulletins
Airworthiness Directives
Performance Data
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
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Registered PIPER PA-24 Comanche aircraft
Individual PIPER PA-24 Comanche airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
How many Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche are there?
2 Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche are on the worldwide civil registry. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche?
The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche has a range of about 960 nautical miles.
How fast is the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche?
The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche cruises at around 185 knots.
What is the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche's maximum take-off weight?
The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche has a maximum take-off weight of 1,400 kg.
How many seats does the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche have?
The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche is typically configured for up to 4 occupants.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche?
The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-24 Comanche uses ICAO type designator PA24.