Models

500S

The 500S is identical structurally, aerodynamically, and has the same performance characteristics as the 500U. The only differences are as follows, Cabin heater concept, interiors, baggage compartment certified for 500 pounds instead of 350 pounds, standard incorporation of the Pilot entrance door, and most notably its pointed nose design which was a customer selected upgrade for the 500U at the time . Certification for the 500S was obtained on March 15, 1968. The 500S is affectionately known as the “Shrike-Commander” and “Bob Hoover’s Plane”. Bob Hoover flew successful aerial acrobatics demonstrations in the 500S, safely completing all-engine-out loops, 9-point rolls, and single wheel touch downs. Bob Hoover’s Shrike has retired to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy National Air and Space Museum in full livery.

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500S

Specifications

Dimensions

Wing span	49.05'	14.95m
Length (1755 thru 1876)	35.10′	10.70m
Length (3050 thru 3075)	36.60	11.15m
Height (1755 thru 3075)	14.6′	4.41m
Height (3076 and Subsequent)	14.8′	4.47m
Tread	12.91′	3.93m
Cabin Door (Aft)	2.33' x 3.75'	.71m x 1.14
Cabin Door (Fwd)	1.91' x 3.83'	.58m x 1.16
Cabin Height (Inside Interior)	4.41′	1.34m
Cabin Length	10.62′	3.23m
Cabin Width (Inside Interior)	4.33′	1.32m
Cabin Volume	177 ft³	53.9m³
Baggage compartment height	3.41′	1.03m
Baggage compartment width	3.91′	1.19m
Baggage compartment length	2.58′	.78m
Baggage compartment volume	32 ft³	9.75m³
Baggage door height	1.91′	.58m
Baggage door width	1.58′	.48m
Baggage compartment load limit	lbs	kg

500S

Propellers

Numerous Hartzell HC (3 blades)

Power Plant

Lycoming IO540-E1B5

Weights - Aircraft

Ramp Weight:	6750 lbs. / 3062 Kg
Take-off Weight:	6750 lbs. / 3062 Kg
Landing Weight:	x,xxx lbs/x,xxx kg
Standard Empty Weight:	4520 lbs. / 1894 Kg
Useful Load:	2230 lbs. / 1168Kg
Zero Fuel Weight:	x,xxx lbs/x,xxx kg
Baggage Compartment Weight	350 lbs. / 158.5 Kgs

500S

500S

Performance

Operating Speed

Max. Cruise Speed (@ MCP Best Alt.)	215 MPH / 186.5 KTS
Cruise Speed (@ 70% NRP @ 9,000 Ft)	201 MPH / 174.5 KTS
Cruise Speed (@ 45% NRP @ 15,000 Ft)	170 MPH / 147.5 KTS
Maximum Cruise
(100% 12,000 ft.TAS@ 10,325 lbs/4,683 kg)	xxxmph/xxxkts
Normal Cruise Speed
(96%20,000 ft.TAS@ 10,325 lbs/4,683 kg):	xxxmph/xxxkts
Twin Engine Best Rate of Climb Speed (CAS):	xxxmph/xxxkts
Twin Engine Best Angle of Climb Speed (CAS):	xxxmph/xxxkts
Single Engine Best Rate of Climb Speed (CAS):	103 MPH / 89.5 KTS
Single Engine Best Angle of Climb Speed (CAS):	102 MPH / 88 KTS
Minimum Single Engine Control Speed (CAS)	75 MPH / 65 KTS
Stall Speed, Clean (CAS):	78 MPH / 67.5 KTS
Stall Speed, Gear and Flaps Down (CAS):	xxmph/xxkts
Stall Speed (Dirty)	68 MPH / 59 KTS
Max Range	1078 SM / 936.5 NM
Cruise Range (@ 75% NRP)	901 SM / 782.5 NM

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