This document is a report on the certification of the Turbo Commander 690 series aircraft. The report provides information on the certification details, applicability, and compliance with regulations.
The Type Acceptance Report documents the approval of the Turbo Commander 690 series for operation in New Zealand. It details the foreign FAA type certificates, the applicable airworthiness standards, and the specific requirements that must be met before an airworthiness certificate can be issued.
The report includes data on aircraft weight, seating capacity, engines, propellers, and regulatory compliance with NZCAR Part 21 and Part 26. Attachments such as photographs, three‑view drawings, and the FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet are also listed.
| Maximum Certified Take‑off Weight (MCTOW) | 10,250 lb (4,649 kg) for 690/690A; 10,325 lb (4,683 kg) for 690B |
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| Maximum Seats | 11 seats for 690/690A; 10 seats for 690B |
| Engine Type | AiResearch Model TPE‑331‑5‑251K or -252K |
| Propeller Type | Hartzell HC‑B3TN‑5xL/LT10282xx+4 |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 31,000 ft |
The aircraft are equipped with AiResearch Model TPE‑331‑5‑251K or -252K turboprop engines.
The 690B model has a maximum certified take‑off weight of 10,325 lb (4,683 kg).
The maximum operating altitude is 31,000 ft with JET A/A‑1 fuel.
The 690A model is approved for up to 11 passenger seats.