Cessna 310F Aircraft in Texas
Texas has one of the largest active GA pilot populations in the US, with extensive aircraft infrastructure across Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio metros and strong support networks for most major aircraft brands. Major flight schools, dealer networks, MRO facilities and overhaul shops are concentrated here.
The Cessna 310F is an early member of the Cessna 310 light-twin family — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft from the early 1960s with the model's distinctive wing-tip fuel tanks. As one of the classic early 310s, it offers twin-engine speed and Cessna handling at the more affordable end of the 310 range. See the live price range and median above for the Cessna 310F listings currently on the market.
· 5-seat · Reference price ~$105,000 ($65,000–$180,000) · updated recently
Cessna 310F Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 310F is a 5-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 185–220 kt (343–407 km/h), a range of 800–1,000 nm (1,482–1,852 km), and a useful load of 1,700–1,900 lbs (771–862 kg).
Cessna 310F for Sale
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Cessna 310F Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310 | 1956–1982 | 5 | 190 kts (352 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,700 lbs (771 kg) | $84K – $229K | Choose the normally aspirated 310 for the most affordable entry into a fast, classic light twin — a late 310R is the most refined and capable. Choose the T310 turbo for high-altitude and high-density-altitude performance, at higher maintenance cost. | 12 |
| 310J | 1963–1965 | 6 | 190 kts (352 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,700 lbs (771 kg) | — | A mid-1960s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at the affordable end of the 310 range. | 1 |
| 310L | 1966–1967 | 6 | 193 kts (357 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,700 lbs (771 kg) | $132K – $189K | A mid-1960s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at the affordable end of the 310 range. | 4 |
| T310 | 1969–1980 | 6 | 200 kts (370 km/h) | 1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) | — | Choose the T310 for turbocharged, high-altitude 310-family twin performance without the pressurized-cabin cost of the 340. | 1 |
| 310Q | 1970–1975 | 6 | 195 kts (361 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) | $79K – $194K | An early-1970s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at a mid-range point in the 310 line. | 5 |
| T310R | 1975–1981 | 6 | 220 kts (407 km/h) | 1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 1,900 lbs (862 kg) | $175K – $250K | The turbocharged, most-refined Cessna 310 — a fast six-seat light twin with high-altitude performance for capable cross-country travel. | 6 |
| 310R | 1975–1980 | 6 | 195 kts (361 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,900 lbs (862 kg) | $90K – $270K | The final, most-refined Cessna 310 — a fast, six-seat light twin with the longest nose and most useful load of the line. | 6 |
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Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
The 310F's two Continental IO-470 engines are the primary operating cost - two overhauls, doubled ignition and accessory work, and combined fuel burn around 26 gph. As an early-1960s airframe, expect vintage reconditioning (hoses, seals, fuel bladders) at acquisition, plus retractable-gear maintenance and corrosion inspection. Engine condition on both sides is the decisive value driver on any early 310.
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Cessna 310F Inventory by Country
| Switzerland | 1 |
| United States | 1 |
Cessna 310F Inventory by State
| Florida | 11 |
| California | 3 |
| South Carolina | 3 |
| Tennessee | 3 |
| Arizona | 2 |
| Texas | 2 |
| Illinois | 2 |
| Nevada | 2 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 |
Cessna 310F by Price
| Under $100k | 6 |
| Under $200k | 33 |
| Under $300k | 46 |
| Under $500k | 46 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 12 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna 310F Safety Record
Across all 310F variants, 14 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1983–2022. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
14
Total Events
7
Incidents
0
Serious
5
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 27, 2022 | Puerto Vallarta, | Fatal (1) | — |
| May 05, 2016 | North Little Rock, AR | Fatal (1) | The pilot's failure to promptly feather the left propeller upon the initial loss of engine power shortly after takeoff a… |
| Apr 01, 2011 | Sanford, FL | Incident | The failure of the nose landing gear due to inadequate servicing of the nose gear strut reservoir. |
| Jan 01, 2011 | Orange, MA | Fatal (1) | The pilot did not maintain separation from trees during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate… |
| Aug 19, 2010 | LaGrange, IN | Incident | The pilot did not maintain altitude due to his distracted attention to a vibration of unknown origin. |
NTSB records 1983–2022. Includes all Cessna 310F variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.