Aero Commander 200
Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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Mission Profile
183
KTAS
Cruise Speed
4
Occupants
900
nm
Max Range
580
lbs
Wet Payload
About the Aero Commander 200
The Aero Commander 200 is widely considered the strongest and fastest four-seat single of its era. Often called the ‘Meyers 200,’ its airframe is built around a 4130 chrome-moly steel ‘roll cage’ that has led to an incredible safety record. It is a pilot’s airplane—extremely fast and responsive, though it requires attention on takeoff due to significant torque.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- Exceptional Speed: Routinely cruises at 180+ knots, outperforming most aircraft in its class on the same fuel burn.
- Unmatched Strength: The steel-tube fuselage structure provides peace of mind and structural integrity that few aluminum-only planes can match.
- Investment Value: Because so few were made (approx. 135), they hold their value exceptionally well among enthusiasts.
Trade-offs
- Payload Limited: Despite being four-seat, with full fuel (80 gal), it is effectively a two-person cross-country machine.
- System Complexity: The fuel system (4 tanks, 1 gauge) requires careful management, and landing gear parts can be difficult to source.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 30.5 ft
- Length
- 24.3 ft
- Height
- 7.3 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 3,000 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 3,000 lbs
- Useful Load
- 1,060 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 80 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 183 KTAS
- Range
- 900 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 18,500 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 1400 fpm
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