Models

560

The 560 was certified on May 28, 1954. This model is similar to the 520 model. except for an increase in gross weight to 6000 pounds, engines were changed to Lycoming GO480-B (270HP), a swept vertical stabilizer installed, as well as other structural modifications to the wing, landing gear, fuselage, vertical tail and primary controls.

Note: All Specifications & Performances Data provided below are for Reference Only. See Piston Commander 520 TCDS, POH/AFM, & ICA's for Model & S/N specific Specification & Performance Data.

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560

Specifications

Dimensions

Wing span

44.0'

13.41m
Length34.25′10.43m
Height14.9′4.54m
Tread12.4′3.77m
Cabin Volume146 ft³4.13 m³
Baggage compartment volume32 ft³ 0.90 m³
Baggage compartment load limit350 lbs158 kg
560

Propellers

Hartzell HC-82x20-2A/9333C-3 (2 blades) / HC-83x20-2A/8433 (3 blades)

Power Plant

Lycoming GO480-B

Weights - Aircraft

Ramp Weight:6000 lbs / 2722 kg
Take-off Weight:6000 lbs / 2722 kg
Landing Weight:6000 lbs / 2722 kg
Standard Empty Weight:3900 lbs / 1769 kg
Useful Load:2100 lbs / 953 kg
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Performance

Operating Speed

Normal Cruise Speed
Cruise Speed (@ 70% power @ 10,000 Ft)197 mph / 171 kts
Twin Engine Best Rate of Climb Speed (CAS):110 mph / 95.5 kts
Minimum Control Speed (CAS):80 mph / 70 kts
Best rate of Climb Speed110 mph / 95.5 kts
Stall Speed, Clean (CAS):69 mph / 59 kts
Stall Speed, Gear and Flaps Down (CAS):59 mph / 51 kts
Max Range1020 SM / 886 NM

Cruising Ranges

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