Beech 24 Sierra

Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear

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Mission Profile

131

KTAS

Cruise Speed

Occupants

647

Max Range

712

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About the Beech 24 Sierra

General Aviation Perspective

The Beechcraft Sierra is the “big cabin” alternative in the 200-hp retractable market. While it may not win many races against a Mooney or a Piper Arrow, it offers a level of interior room and structural solidity that its competitors often lack. It is a popular step-up aircraft for pilots who have trained in Sundowners or Musketeers, providing a familiar handling profile with the added complexity of a constant-speed prop and retractable gear.

Key Features for GA Buyers

Spacious Cabin: One of the widest cabins in its class, often featuring two entry doors and a dedicated large baggage door (on B and C models).
Payload: Known for a generous useful load (often exceeding 1,000 lbs), allowing it to actually carry four adults and reasonable fuel.
Robust Landing Gear: Uses a trailing-link style rubber-disc shock system that is very forgiving of less-than-perfect landings.
Visibility: Large windows and a low glare shield provide excellent visibility compared to the “tunnel” feel of a Mooney.

Trade-offs

Speed: The Sierra is aerodynamically “draggy” compared to an Arrow or M20; expect cruise speeds to hover around 130-135 knots.
Service Ceiling: With a ceiling of roughly 14,000 ft, it is not a high-altitude cruiser and performance drops off significantly in hot/high conditions.
Complexity: As a “complex” aircraft, insurance and maintenance costs for the retractable gear and constant-speed prop will be higher than its fixed-gear siblings.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Wingspan: 32.75 ft
Length: 25.75 ft
Height: 8.4 ft

Weights

Max Takeoff Weight: 2,750 lbs
Max Landing Weight: 2,750 lbs
Useful Load: 1,054 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 57 gal

Performance

Cruise Speed: 131 KTAS
Range: 647 NM
Service Ceiling: 14,350 ft
Rate of Climb: 891 fpm

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