Cessna Skylane 182T Operating Handbook

CESSNA
MODEL 182T NAV
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SECTION 1
GENERAL
SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND TERMINOLOGY
GENERAL AIRSPEED TERMINOLOGY AND SYMBOLS
KCAS Knots Calibrated Airspeed is indicated airspeed
corrected for position and instrument error and
expressed in knots. Knots calibrated airspeed is
equal to KTAS in standard atmosphere at sea
level.
Kl AS
KTAS
Knots Indicated Airspeed is the speed shown on
the airspeed indicator and expressed in knots.
Knots True Airspeed is the airspeed expressed in
knots relative to undisturbed air which is
KCAS
corrected for altitude and temperature.
Maneuvering Speed is the maximum speed at
which full or abrupt control movements may be
used.
Maximum Flap Extended Speed is the highest
speed permissible with wing flaps in a prescribed
extended position.
Maximum Structural Cruising Speed is the speed
that should not be exceeded except in smooth air,
then only with caution.
Never Exceed Speed is the speed limit that may
not be exceeded at any time.
Stalling Speed or the minimum steady flight
speed
is the minimum speed at which the airplane
is controllable.
Stalling Speed or the minimum steady flight
speed
is the minimum speed at which the airplane
is controllable in the landing configuration at the
most forward center of gravity.
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Cessna Skylane 182T Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Cessna
Model	Skylane 182T
Type	Single-engine piston
Engine	Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5
Horsepower	230 hp
Maximum Takeoff Weight	3, 100 lb (1, 406 kg)
Wingspan	36 ft (11.0 m)
Length	29 ft (8.8 m)
Seating Capacity	4
Category	Aircraft
Maximum Speed	148 knots
Stall Speed (with flaps)	49 knots
Rate of Climb	924 feet per minute
Empty Weight	1, 970 pounds
Fuel Capacity	87 gallons
Height	9 feet 4 inches
Maximum Cruise Speed	145 knots
Service Ceiling	18, 100 feet