Piper Aero Star
Piston • twin engine • Mid Wing • Retractable gear
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About the Piper Aero Star
The Piper Aerostar (previously Ted Smith Aerostar) is an American twin-engined propeller-driven executive or light transport aircraft designed by Ted R. Smith. The aircraft was originally built by Ted Smith Aircraft Company, but was acquired by Piper Aircraft Corporation in 1978. The Aerostar features a mid-wing cantilever monoplane design with retractable landing gear and is powered by two wing-mounted piston engines. It is known for its high wing loading, careful attention to aerodynamic details, and unusual design features such as electrically operated remote fuel valves and electro-hydraulic nosewheel steering. The aircraft has a history of accidents, particularly engine failures on takeoff and fuel mismanagement, but has also held the speed record for fastest twin piston general aviation aircraft. The Aerostar also has a reputation for high maintenance requirements and servicing costs. (Specs are for pressurized variants.)
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 36.7 ft
- Length
- 34.8 ft
- Height
- 12.7 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 6,315 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 6,000 lbs
- Useful Load
- 1,744 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 166 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 261 KTAS
- Range
- 1200 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 25,000 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 3600 fpm
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