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Cessna 175 Skylark

Civilian
Cessna 175 Skylark

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The Cessna 175 Skylark of 1956 brought increased power and speed to Cessna's high-wing lineup. Stretching to 8.1 meters with unchanged 11-meter wingspan, this single-pilot aircraft achieved 241.4 km/h, making it a popular choice for personal and business travel in the 1950s and 1960s.

Specifications

Role
Light utility aircraft
Crew
1
Engines
1
First flight
1956
Length
8.1 m
Wingspan
11 m
Max speed
241 km/h