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Beechcraft Starship (Black Square) Quick Reference

V-SPEEDS

SpeedValueDescription
Vmo (SL to 19,000 ft)245 KIASMax operating speed
Vmo (12,000-21,900 ft)265 KIASPeak Vmo band
Vmo (above 21,900 ft)265 down to 173 KIASReduces with altitude to FL410
MmoM0.60Max Mach
Va180 KIASManeuvering - no abrupt inputs above this
Vfe179 KIASMax flaps extended
Vle199 KIASMax gear extended
Vyse (Blue Line)130 KIASSingle-engine best rate, less 0.55 kt per 1,000 ft

POWER SETTINGS

PhaseSetting
TakeoffSet takeoff torque, ITT limit 840 degC
ClimbClimb torque / ITT limit
CruiseCruise torque, props synchronised
DescentReduce gradually, keep torque on
ApproachAs required, props full forward
Single EngineMax continuous on the live engine, failed engine feathered

FLAP SCHEDULE

SettingMax SpeedUse
UPAnyCruise / Climb
APPROACH≤ 179 KIASApproach - canard sweeps forward
DOWN (FULL)≤ 179 KIASLanding - expect a pitch trim change

ENGINE LIMITS

ParameterValue
EnginePT6A-67A, 1,200 shp each
Max ITT840 degC
Max ITT (Start)1,000 degC
Min Ng for Fuel Introduction13%
Starter Cutout52% Ng
Propellers5-blade pusher, constant speed
FuelJet A

KEY NUMBERS

ParameterValue
Fuel Capacity565 US gal
Cruise Speed~315 KTAS at FL350
Service Ceiling41,000 ft
MTOW~14,900 lbs
Blue Line Correction-0.55 kt per 1,000 ft
CanardSweeps forward with flap extension
Yaw ControlWingtip tipsail rudders - no tail
Built53 aircraft, 1989-1995