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Cessna 421 Golden Eagle specs, size & range

The Cessna 421 Golden Eagle (ICAO code C421) is a landplane with 2 piston engines in the light wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 2 piston engines Wake category: Light Piston & light aircraft
Cessna 421 Golden Eagle
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421 Golden Eagle specifications

Approach speed
96 kn (178 km/h)
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The Cessna 421 Golden Eagle is a landplane with 2 piston engines built by Cessna. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code C421. It belongs to the light wake-turbulence category.

421 Golden Eagle speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 96 knots (178 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the 421 Golden Eagle

Comparable piston & light aircraft include Piper PA-28 Turbo Arrow IV, Beechcraft Model 77 Skipper, Aerotec A-122 Uirapuru and Bücker Bü 133 Jungmeister.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Cessna 421 Golden Eagle?

C421 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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