Cessna 182P Skylane

TCDS: 3A13 Max Weight: 2,950 lbs

Cessna Aircraft Company

Certification
Normal, Utility

Aircraft Overview

Official TCDS specifications for Cessna 182P Skylane per Type Certificate 3A13

⚖️ Weight and Balance Specifications

Critical weight and balance data per Type Certificate 3A13. Verify against current aircraft records before flight operations.

Weight Limits

Max Takeoff
2,950 lbs
Max Landing
2,950 lbs
Typical Empty
1,840 lbs
Max Baggage
200 lbs
Useful Load
1,110 lbs

Loading Stations & Arms

Station Arm Description
Fuel Tanks 48.0 in Main fuel tanks (standard configuration)
Rear Seats 73.0 in Rear passenger positions
Baggage Area 95.0 in Primary baggage compartment
Pilot Front Seats 37.0 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
📊 utility category Category
Max Weight: 2,200 lbs
🔧 Engine Specifications
Engine Model
Continental O-470-S
Power Output
230 HP
Fuel Type
100LL
Total Fuel
88 gal
Usable Fuel
84 gal
📋 Key Specifications
TCDS Number 3A13
Max Weight 2,950 lbs
Engine Continental O-470-S
Power 230 HP
Category Normal, Utility
🏁 Speed Limits
VNE (Never Exceed) 175 KIAS
VNO (Normal) 140 KIAS
VFE (Flaps) 95 KIAS
VS (Stall Clean) 56 KIAS
VS0 (Stall Landing) 50 KIAS
📈 Performance Notes

The Cessna 182P achieves a maximum speed of 167 KTAS at 75% power, service ceiling of 18,100 feet, and range of 915 nautical miles. The 230 HP Lycoming O-540 provides excellent climb performance and payload capacity.

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

Verification Required

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

TCDS Reference

This summarizes TCDS 3A13 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.