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Cessna · C152

Cessna 152 specs, size & range

The Cessna 152 (ICAO code C152) is a landplane with one piston engine in the light wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with one piston engine Wake category: Light Piston & light aircraft
Cessna 152
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152 specifications

Approach speed
56 kn (104 km/h)
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The Cessna 152 is a landplane with one piston engine built by Cessna. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code C152. It belongs to the light wake-turbulence category.

152 speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 56 knots (104 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the 152

Comparable piston & light aircraft include Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser, Piper J-2 Cub, Beechcraft Model 17 Staggerwing and Piper PA-28 Dakota/Pathfinder.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Cessna 152?

C152 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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