Cessna Conquest I
Turboprops
Cessna

Cessna Conquest I

$ 1,479
Variable Cost/hr
1200
Range (NM)
243
Cruise (kts)
Estimated Annual Budget
$661,663
Based on 325 flight hours per year

Aircraft Specifications

Seating
1 / 5
Crew / Passengers
Range (Full)
1200 NM
1380.96 SM
Normal Cruise
243 kts
280 mph
Avg. Pre-Owned
$ 895,000
Cost Per NM
$ 5.62
Fuel Burn
86 gal/hr
Cabin Height
4' 3"
Cabin Width
4' 7"
Cabin Length
11' 3"
Interior Volume
224 ft³
Takeoff Distance
4000 ft
Landing Distance
2200 ft

Sample Budget Comparison

Annual Owner Hours 200 hours/year 325 hours/year
Mileage48,600 NM78,975 NM
Fuel Cost$ 107,500$ 174,688
Total Fixed Cost$ 181,150$ 181,150
Total Variable Cost$ 295,700$ 480,513
Total Hourly Cost$ 2,384$ 2,036

About This Aircraft

The Cessna Conquest I has a variable operating cost of $1,439 per hour. It provides a range of 900 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 263 knots (303 mph), with an average fuel burn of 86 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Conquest I measures 4'3" high, 4'7" wide, and 11'3" long, offering 224 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 6–7 passengers, the layout is both comfortable and functional, ideal for regional missions. Requiring only 2,200 feet for takeoff and 4,000 feet for landing, the Conquest I is well-suited for short and unimproved runways while maintaining solid cruise performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost to operate a Cessna Conquest I per hour?
The Cessna Conquest I has a variable operating cost of $ 1,479. This includes fuel burn of approximately 86 gallons per hour, maintenance reserves, and other variable expenses. The total hourly cost — including fixed costs — ranges from $ 2,036/hr at 325 annual hours to $ 2,384/hr at 200 annual hours.
What is the annual budget to own and operate a Cessna Conquest I?
The estimated annual budget for a Cessna Conquest I is $661,663 based on 325 flight hours per year. This includes fixed costs and variable costs for fuel, maintenance, and landing fees.
What is the range of the Cessna Conquest I?
The Cessna Conquest I has a maximum range of 1200 NM (1381 SM) with a full passenger load. This enables nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles, or London to Dubai, making it a capable coast-to-coast and transatlantic performer in the turboprops category.
What is the average pre-owned price of a Cessna Conquest I?
The average pre-owned market price for a Cessna Conquest I is approximately $ 895,000. Actual pricing varies based on airframe hours, engine program enrollment (JSSI, MSP Gold, or ESP), maintenance status, avionics upgrades, connectivity (Gogo AVANCE, Ka-band, Starlink), and cabin condition. AviaCost provides real-time market analysis to help evaluate individual aircraft.
How does the Cessna Conquest I compare to other turbopropss?
The Cessna Conquest I competes with other aircraft in the Turboprops segment. Its $ 1,479/hr variable cost is competitive in the segment, and it offers a particularly spacious cabin (4' 3" high × 4' 7" wide × 11' 3" long). AviaCost lets you compare up to 5 aircraft side-by-side across 12 cost calculators to find the best fit for your mission profile and budget.
What cabin dimensions does the Cessna Conquest I offer?
The Cessna Conquest I cabin measures 4' 3" high × 4' 7" wide × 11' 3" long, with a total interior volume of 224 cubic feet. It seats up to 5 passengers in a typical configuration with a 1-crew cockpit, and requires 4000 feet of runway for takeoff and 2200 feet for landing.

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