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Cessna 152

Aircraft Summary

The Cessna 152 is without a doubt one of the most popular training aircraft of all time. As the successor to the Cessna 150 of which over 23000 were made, it brought more power, a revised fuel and electrical system and an increase in gross weight.


Specifications

Engine

Lycoming 0-235-L2C 110 HP

Oil Capacity

6 Litres

Total Fuel Capacity

147 Litres

Useable Fuel

142 Litres

Fuel Consumption

25 Litres / hour (approx)

Cruise TAS

100 Kt

Best Angle Of Climb

54 Kt

Best Rate Of Climb

65 Kt

Cruise Climb

75 Kt

Approach Speed

65 Kt

Crosswind Component

15 Kt

Glide Speed

60 Kt

VFE

85 Kt

VNE

149 Kt

Basic Empty Weight

520 Kg

Max. Take Off Weight

757 Kg

Max. Landing Weight

757 Kg

P-charts are available online.