BN-2 Islander
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BN-2 Islander
The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a rugged twin-engine aircraft known for its reliability and short takeoff and landing capability. Designed for versatility, it operates from remote and short airstrips while providing practical transport for small groups.
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the Bird
A piston twin seating 8-9 passengers, with 700 nm (1,296 km) of range and a 140 kt cruise.
Cabin Height
1.25 m
4.1 ft
Cabin Volume
3.3 m³
115 cu ft
Seating
8-9
Double club, 4 fully berthable
Baggage
0.85 m³
30 cu ft
Technical Specifications
Specification
Metric
Imperial
Performance
High-speed Cruise
259 km/h
140
Certified Ceiling
5,926 km
3,200 nm
Take-off Distance
332 m
1,090 ft
Cabin & Capacity
Passengers
8-9
Cabin Length
3.05 m
10.0 ft
Cabin Height
1.25 m
4.1 ft
Baggage Volume
0.85 m³
30 cu ft
Flying the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a piston twin built in United Kingdom, flown by a single pilot and configured for 8-9 passengers. It covers up to 700 nm (1,296 km) in a single leg — roughly 5 hrs in the air — cruising at 140 kts (259 km/h) and certified to 13,000 ft (3,962 m). The cabin measures 10.0 ft (3.05 m) long, 3.6 ft (1.10 m) wide and 4.1 ft (1.25 m) high, with 30 cu ft (0.85 m³) of baggage space.
How many passengers does the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander carry?
The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander seats 8-9 passengers. The exact number depends on the cabin layout chosen by the operator, and the aircraft is flown by a single pilot.
What is the range of the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander?
Maximum range is 700 nm (1,296 km), which works out to around 5 hrs in the air at a typical cruise speed of 140 kts (259 km/h). Payload, routing, weather and reserves all shorten that in practice.
How much runway does the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander need?
Takeoff distance at maximum takeoff weight is approximately 1,090 ft (332 m) at sea level in ISA conditions. The aircraft is certified to a ceiling of 13,000 ft (3,962 m), above most airline traffic and weather.
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Cabin & Comfort
Standard
On Request
Refreshment Centre
Wi-Fi
Power & USB
Climate Control
In-Flight Entertainment
Cabin Attendant
Sleeping Capability
Aircraft Capabilities
Standard
On Request
Pressurised Cabin
Enclosed Lavatory
Stand-Up Cabin
Flat-Floor Cabin
In-Flight Baggage Access
Short-Runway Capability
VFR Capability
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