The story
The Bonanza went into production in 1947 and stayed there longer than any other aircraft in history. The A36 is the stretched, straight-tailed six-seater of the family: fast, smooth, and expensive to keep. In late 2025 Textron said it would end Bonanza production once its last orders were built.
The Model 36 is a Bonanza stretched by 10 inches, with double doors on the right side of the rear cabin so six people and their bags can actually get in.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Bonanza A36?
Low wing, retractable gear and a conventional tail (the V-tail Bonanza is the other one). Look for four cabin windows a side and big double doors behind the wing on the right.
What does a Bonanza A36 sound like?
Continental six-cylinder — a refined, powerful hum that says 'serious pilot'.
How fast is the Bonanza A36?
Top speed is 176 kts.
How many passengers does the Bonanza A36 carry?
Up to 5. A typical layout is 1 pilot + 5 passengers.
How far can the Bonanza A36 fly?
Range is about 930 nmi.
How big is the Bonanza A36?
It is 27 ft 6 in long and 33 ft 6 in across the wings.
When did the Bonanza A36 first fly?
Its first flight was in 1968.
How many Bonanza A36s have been built?
3,000+ built.
How rare is a Bonanza A36 in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Bonanza A36 catch is worth 25 points.
