Cessna 310R

The Cessna 310 is an American six-seat, low-wing, twin-engined monoplane that was produced by Cessna between 1954 and 1980. It was the first twin-engined aircraft that Cessna put into production after World War II.

History of the Cessna 301R

The Cessna 310 first flew in January 1953. Sleek, fast, and efficient it was the world’s first modern light twin. In its 27-year production run, more than 5,400 310s were built. 310s are renowned for their performance. They are fast, carry large loads, and have excellent range. Due to the variations in engines, airframe, and other modifications, the potential buyer has a wide range of choices. Early 310s are vintage aircraft that will attract a crowd on the ramp or at an airshow, yet still provide fast, reliable transportation. At the other end of the spectrum, a late model T310R will fly 6 people at 20,000 feet at 220 kts. Long-range fuel tanks can be added to certain models, giving the airplane a 7+ plus hour range. The 310 is truly one of the greatest airplanes ever produced and, today, they are more affordable than ever.

301R Performance Summary

The 310 is an all-metal, four/six-place, low-wing, twin-engine airplane and is equipped with retractable tricycle landing gear.

This airplane is certificated in the normal category. Spins and aerobatic maneuvers are not permitted in normal-category airplanes. The airplane is approved for day and night VFR/IFR operations when equipped under F.A.R. 91 or F.A.R 135.

The airplane is powered by two horizontally opposed, six-cylinder, direct drive, normally aspirated, air-cooled, fuel-injected engines. The engines are Continental Model IO-520-Ms and are rated at 285 horsepower each.

The fuel system consists of two main tanks, two optional auxiliary tanks, two optional wing locker tanks, fuel selectors for the selection of main, auxiliary, or crossfeed, and other necessary components to complete the system. The main tanks are integrally sealed aluminum tanks mounted on each wing tip and each contains an auxiliary fuel pump and transfer pump. The optional auxiliary tanks are available in two sizes. These tanks are bladder-type cells located between the spars in the outboard wing. The optional wing locker fuel tanks are located in the forward portion of each wing locker baggage area. These tanks are bladder-type cells that supplement the main tank fuel quantity. Each engine is equipped with a mechanically driven fuel pump which provides fuel to the metering unit. A fuel flow gauge, fuel quantity gauge, and a fuel low-level warning light are located in the cockpit.

The airplane has a 28-volt, negative ground, direct current electrical system powered by an alternator on each engine and a 24-volt battery.

Cessna 301R Specifications

• Powerplants : Two 213kW (285hp) Continental IO-520-MB fuel injected piston engines
• Dimensions: Wing span 11.25m (36ft 11in), length 9.74m (32ft 0in), height 3.25m (10ft 8in). Wing area 16.6m2 (179sq ft).
• Capacity: 2 pilots, Standard seating arrangements for 2 or 4 passengers.

Aircraft Data

RocketRoute has added advanced performance data for the following profiles:

• Climb (Hight Speed, Normal, Maximum climb, Cruise climb)
• Cruise (Intermediate cruise 2100RMP, 2200RMP, 2300RMP, 2400RMP, 2500RMP; Long range cruise 2100RMP, 2200RMP, 2300RMP, 2400RMP, 2500RMP; Max power cruise 2100RMP, 2200RMP, 2300RMP, 2400RMP, 2500RMP)
• Descent ( Normal Descent)
• Holding (Anti-Ice On, Anti-Ice Off, Holding)
• Mass and Balance