Cessna 402
Cessna · C402
A small twin-engine piston that cruises at about 175 kts. Is vulnerable to wake turbulence from heavier types.
2x PistonSmallRECAT FFL269 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Piston |
| Weight class | Small (S) |
| RECAT-EU category | F (Light) |
| Service ceiling | 26,900 ft (FL269) |
| Max climb rate | 1,200 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 800 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 80 kts |
| Landing speed | 95 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~175 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~235 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 2,430 ft / 0.40 nm / 741 m |
| Landing field length | 2,734 ft / 0.45 nm / 833 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 2 |
| LAHSO category | 3 |
Where you'll see it
Light aircraft like the Cessna 402 appear across all airspaces as general aviation traffic, typically operating VFR at lower altitudes.