Originally Posted by
FlyerX0X
Hi there.
Does anyone have hands on documents for the Cessna Latitude?
I'm interested in finding out the true performance of the plane, especial the range.
Thanks
It likes FLs 400, 410, and 430 best, and it is pretty efficient for a 31,050 lb. airplane. It will climb direct to FL430 after a MGTOW departure. First hour fuel burn is 2200 lbs. regardless if flown at FL280 or at FL450 in that first hour.
At FL450, at cruise power, mid-weight, TAS is 420+/- burning 1300 lbs/hr. At max continuous power TAS increases to 430+/- and 1450 lbs/hr.
Max continuous power at FL430 yields 440+/- TAS and 1600 lbs/hr. (The other day I flew a 4+16 leg with a direct climb to FL430, at max continuous power. At TOC the airplane accelerated to M.75. The last hour prior to TOD, IMN was .79. Trip burn was 7500 lbs.)
FL410 at max continuous power TAS is nearly 450 while burning 1800 lbs/hr.
Max fuel capacity is 11,390 lbs. so endurance can be calculated from the burns listed above. I like to land with typically no less than 2000 lbs.
With a typical BOW of 18,600 the airplane has a 1,050 lb. full fuel payload.
Handling is solid and well balanced, but control is very heavy in feel. The AP and ATs are very smooth. The Garmin G5000 is a very capable package, with SVS standard.
The cockpit is very roomy and quiet, and most importantly, the passengers love the roomy cabin and its flat floor. It's overall a very good airplane.
In the same category and price point, the competing Embraer Legacy 450 has a lot to offer as well. Both airplanes have a tight niche in which to battle. To each their own....