Beechcraft A36 Bonanza

TCDS: A3SO Max Weight: 3,650 lbs

Beechcraft Corporation

Certification
Normal

Aircraft Overview

Official TCDS specifications for Beechcraft A36 Bonanza per Type Certificate A3SO

⚖️ Weight and Balance Specifications

Critical weight and balance data per Type Certificate A3SO. Verify against current aircraft records before flight operations.

Weight Limits

Max Takeoff
3,650 lbs
Max Landing
3,650 lbs
Typical Empty
2,405 lbs
Max Baggage
400 lbs
Useful Load
1,245 lbs

Loading Stations & Arms

Station Arm Description
Fuel Tanks 95.0 in Main fuel tanks (standard configuration)
Rear Seats 142.8 in Rear passenger positions
Middle Seats 118.1 in Standard loading position
Baggage Area 1 142.8 in Forward baggage compartment
Baggage Area 2 178.0 in Aft baggage compartment
Pilot Front Seats 80.5 in Pilot and front passenger positions

Center of Gravity Envelope

CG must remain within these limits throughout all phases of flight.

📊 normal category Category
Datum: Leading edge of wing root chord
🔧 Engine Specifications
Engine Model
Continental IO-550-N
Power Output
300 HP
Fuel Type
100LL
Total Fuel
94 gal
Usable Fuel
92 gal
📋 Key Specifications
TCDS Number A3SO
Max Weight 3,650 lbs
Engine Continental IO-550-N
Power 300 HP
Category Normal
🏁 Speed Limits
VNE (Never Exceed) 225 KIAS
VNO (Normal) 152 KIAS
VFE (Flaps) 122 KIAS
VS (Stall Clean) 60 KIAS
VS0 (Stall Landing) 59 KIAS
📈 Performance Notes

The Beechcraft A36 Bonanza delivers exceptional performance with a maximum speed of 200 KTAS, service ceiling of 18,500 feet, and range of 920 nautical miles with six seats.

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

Verification Required

Always verify against current aircraft records and equipment list before flight operations.

TCDS Reference

This summarizes TCDS A3SO but does not replace the official document.

Regulatory Compliance

Calculations must comply with 14 CFR Part 23 and applicable airworthiness directives.

Data Accuracy

Specifications may vary by serial number and modifications. Verify with aircraft documentation.