Cessna 310
Join us in welcoming the November Plane of the Month, the Cessna 310 Q. The Cessna 310 was the second twin-engined aircraft that Cessna produced following the Cessna T-50 “Bobcat”.
More than 5,400,310 were built from 1954 until the end of production in 1980. Early models were flown by the U.S. Airforce, designated as the L-27, and in 1962 redesignated as the U-3. Its military nickname was “The Blue Canoe”.
A fun fact about this aircraft, a Cessna 310B was used in the TV show, Sky King, which aired from 1952 to 1959, inspiring future pilots and even astronauts.
This specific aircraft was once owned by former NASA Astronaut and long standing TAHOF member, James Lovell. Captain Lovell, U.S. Navy (Ret.) had an amazing career as a test pilot. He was the program manager for the F-4 Phantom, and flew on Gemini &, Gemini 12, Apollo 8, and Apollo 13.
Join us this month on select Saturdays at 12:30pm for our POM Hangar Snapshot series where you can get up close and learn more. Included with your general admission and FREE for members!
Come by in person to see this amazing plane up close!
