Cessna 407

An Ambitious Aircraft Project

In September 1959, Cessna announced the development of the Cessna Model 407, a light multi-purpose aircraft. This four-seater was a redesign of the T-37 Tweet trainer, intended for both military and civilian customers.

Its main distinguishing feature was a comfortable cabin designed for four people, complete with luggage space. For passenger convenience, the cabin doors were of an automotive type, an innovative touch for an aircraft.

Competition and Project Cancellation

However, during the construction of the first prototype (N34267), it became clear that the Cessna 407 would not be able to compete with the more versatile North American T-39 Sabreliner. Hopes for civilian customers also proved to be increasingly elusive.

As a result, the project was terminated, and the Cessna 407 never once took flight. This promising design ultimately met an early end.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Cessna 407
Wingspan, m	11.53
Aircraft length, m	9.67
Aircraft height, m	2.99
Wing area, m2	17.10
Empty weight	2112
Maximum takeoff weight	4218
Engine type	1 Turbojet Continental 356-9
Thrust, kN	1 х 7.6
Maximum speed, km/h	783
Cruising speed, km/h	748
Economical speed, km/h	283
Practical range, km	2280
Maximum rate of climb, m/min	1122
Practical ceiling, m	14100
Crew	1-2
Payload	2-3 passengers

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