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The U-3A is the military variant of the civilian Cessna Model 310. The 310 proved very successful in the civil market and was chosen by the Air Force in 1957 for use as a light utility transport. Initially called the L-25A approximately 160 were ordered in 1957 and 1958, a further 30 were ordered in 1960 with more powerful engines and called L-27B. The designation of these aircraft was changed in 1962 to U-3A and U-3B. The planes’ distinctive blue and white paint scheme led to the unofficial nickname “Blue Canoe.”
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| Wingspan |
35 ft 9 in |
| Length |
27 ft |
| Height |
10 ft 5 in |
| Weight |
4,830 lbs (loaded) |
| Maximum Speed |
235 mph |
| Service Ceiling |
22,000 ft |
| Range |
900 miles |
| Engines |
2 Continental O-470-M, 240 horsepower each |
| Crew |
1 and 4 passengers |
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