COMMON
BE36
Beechcraft Bonanza A36
The Bonanza
“The Cadillac of single-engine planes.”
Beechcraft (Textron) · private
Length
27 ft 6 in
Wingspan
33 ft 6 in
Max speed
176 kts
Range
920 nmi
Ceiling
18,500 ft
Engines
1x Continental IO-550-B (300 hp)
Crew
1
Max passengers
5
Typical config
1 pilot + 5 passengers
Built
6,200+
The Beechcraft Bonanza has been in production since 1947 — longer than any other aircraft in history. Fast, smooth, and expensive to maintain. If you own a Bonanza, you're serious about flying.
Fun fact
The original V-tail Bonanza earned the dark nickname 'Doctor Killer' — not because of the plane, but because wealthy professionals would fly it beyond their skill level.
How to spot one
Low wing, retractable gear. The A36 has a conventional tail (V-tail Bonanzas are the classic). Premium single-engine.
Crews call it
The Bo
Sounds like
Continental six-cylinder — a refined, powerful hum that says 'serious pilot'
One might be overhead right now.
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