General aviation aircraft identification

Cessna 152 quiz

Learn the visual clues that identify the Cessna 152, then test yourself using different viewing angles and liveries.

ICAO C152General aviation
Cessna 152 side-profile identification reference

How to identify the Cessna 152

The two-seat Cessna 152 became one of the world's best-known primary trainers, with a simple high-wing layout and fixed tricycle gear.

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First impression

The two-seat Cessna 152 became one of the world's best-known primary trainers, with a simple high-wing layout and fixed tricycle gear.

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Wing

High wing for utility aircraft; low wing for sport and touring planes.

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Cabin

Small enclosed cabin or open cockpit; side-by-side or tandem seating.

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Reveal the Cessna 152 clues
  • First impression: The two-seat Cessna 152 became one of the world's best-known primary trainers, with a simple high-wing layout and fixed tricycle gear.
  • Wing: High wing for utility aircraft; low wing for sport and touring planes.
  • Cabin: Small enclosed cabin or open cockpit; side-by-side or tandem seating.
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