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MSFS 2024 · General Aviation
Beechcraft Starship (Black Square) Quick Reference
V-SPEEDS
| Speed | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Vmo (SL to 19,000 ft) | 245 KIAS | Max operating speed |
| Vmo (12,000-21,900 ft) | 265 KIAS | Peak Vmo band |
| Vmo (above 21,900 ft) | 265 down to 173 KIAS | Reduces with altitude to FL410 |
| Mmo | M0.60 | Max Mach |
| Va | 180 KIAS | Maneuvering - no abrupt inputs above this |
| Vfe | 179 KIAS | Max flaps extended |
| Vle | 199 KIAS | Max gear extended |
| Vyse (Blue Line) | 130 KIAS | Single-engine best rate, less 0.55 kt per 1,000 ft |
POWER SETTINGS
| Phase | Setting |
|---|---|
| Takeoff | Set takeoff torque, ITT limit 840 degC |
| Climb | Climb torque / ITT limit |
| Cruise | Cruise torque, props synchronised |
| Descent | Reduce gradually, keep torque on |
| Approach | As required, props full forward |
| Single Engine | Max continuous on the live engine, failed engine feathered |
FLAP SCHEDULE
| Setting | Max Speed | Use |
|---|---|---|
| UP | Any | Cruise / Climb |
| APPROACH | ≤ 179 KIAS | Approach - canard sweeps forward |
| DOWN (FULL) | ≤ 179 KIAS | Landing - expect a pitch trim change |
ENGINE LIMITS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | PT6A-67A, 1,200 shp each |
| Max ITT | 840 degC |
| Max ITT (Start) | 1,000 degC |
| Min Ng for Fuel Introduction | 13% |
| Starter Cutout | 52% Ng |
| Propellers | 5-blade pusher, constant speed |
| Fuel | Jet A |
KEY NUMBERS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 565 US gal |
| Cruise Speed | ~315 KTAS at FL350 |
| Service Ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| MTOW | ~14,900 lbs |
| Blue Line Correction | -0.55 kt per 1,000 ft |
| Canard | Sweeps forward with flap extension |
| Yaw Control | Wingtip tipsail rudders - no tail |
| Built | 53 aircraft, 1989-1995 |