Piper PA-31 Navajo
Civilian
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The Piper PA-31 Navajo is an American utility aircraft that first flew in 1964, powered by two engines and designed for regional transport and charter missions. With a 12.4-meter wingspan, 9.8-meter fuselage, and 420 kilometers per hour maximum speed, it provided practical twin-engine capability. The redundancy offered by dual engines appealed to operators prioritizing safety. Its established reputation made it popular for reliable transport.
Specifications
- Role
- Utility aircraft
- Crew
- 1
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1964
- Length
- 9.8 m
- Wingspan
- 12.4 m
- Max speed
- 420 km/h