Cessna 441 Conquest II

The pressurized turboprop built for high-speed executive and utility operations.

Overview

Cessna United States ICAO: C441 1977–1986 Active $1.5 million (1998)

The Cessna 441 Conquest II is a pressurized twin-turboprop introduced in the late 1970s. Designed to bridge the gap between piston twins and light jets, it offered high cruise speeds and comfortable cabin space. The aircraft became popular with corporate and charter operators.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Honeywell TPE 331
Engine type
Turboprop
Power
2 × 636 shp · 474 kW
Avionics
Cessna 1000A Integrated Flight Control System
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
9
Crew
—
Cabin width
4 ft 7 in  ·  1.40 m
Cabin height
4 ft 3 in  ·  1.30 m
Cabin length
12 ft 10 in  ·  3.90 m
Exterior length
39 ft 1 in  ·  11.90 m
Tail height
13 ft 1 in  ·  4.00 m
Fuselage diameter
5 ft 3 in  ·  1.60 m
Wing span
49 ft 3 in  ·  15.00 m
Baggage volume
49 ft³  ·  1.4 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
9,850 lb  ·  4,450 kg
Max landing weight
9,350 lb  ·  4,250 kg
Max payload
2,300 lb  ·  1,050 kg
Fuel capacity
480 gal · 1,800 L · 1,400 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
276 kt  ·  318 mph  ·  511 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
75 kt  ·  86 mph  ·  139 km/h
Range
1,566 nm  ·  1,800 mi  ·  2,900 km
Fuel burn
—
Ceiling
35,000 ft  ·  10,700 m
Rate of climb
2,435 ft/min  ·  12 m/s
Takeoff distance
4,400 ft  ·  1,340 m
Landing distance
2,900 ft  ·  890 m
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EI DMG. Cessna Conquest 441

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Operational Context

Cessna 441 Conquest II — pressurized twin-turboprop aircraft

The Conquest II first flew in 1977 and entered service in 1978. It was developed as an improved, higher-performance turboprop within Cessna’s Conquest line. The aircraft features a low-wing configuration, retractable landing gear, and a pressurized cabin suitable for high-altitude operations.

Powered by two Garrett TPE331 turboprop engines producing approximately 635 shaft horsepower each, the Conquest II cruises at around 300 knots (556 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 9,900 pounds (4,490 kg). The cabin typically seats six to eight passengers depending on configuration.

The 441 earned a reputation for speed and efficiency among turboprops of its era. Many aircraft remain in service following avionics and engine upgrades. The model represents one of Cessna’s most capable pre-Citation turboprop designs.

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