Cessna 402B

The Cessna 402B is a twin‑engine, pressurised? actually not pressurised light aircraft built by Cessna Aircraft Company. Introduced in 1970 as the second major variant of the Model 402 series, the 402B incorporated a number of refinements over the original 402 and the 402A. The aircraft was designed primarily for commuter and charter operations, offering a spacious cabin that can accommodate up to nine passengers or a combination of passengers and freight. Its two Lycoming O‑540‑A1A flat‑six engines deliver a combined 300 hp, giving the 402B a cruise speed of roughly 230 kt and a range of about 1 200 nm, while maintaining short‑field performance that makes it suitable for operations from small regional airports. Structural improvements such as reinforced wing spars and upgraded landing‑gear contributed to a higher maximum take‑off weight of 6 750 lb. Over the decades the 402B became popular with air‑taxi services, corporate flight departments, and air‑ambulance providers because of its reliability, economical operating costs, and ease of maintenance. Its enduring presence in general aviation underscores Cessna's legacy of producing versatile, cost‑effective twin‑engine aircraft that bridge the gap between single‑engine pistons and larger turboprop transports.

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