General aviation aircraft identification

Cessna 182 Skylane quiz

Learn the visual clues that identify the Cessna 182 Skylane, then test yourself using different viewing angles and liveries.

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Cessna 182 Skylane side-profile identification reference

How to identify the Cessna 182 Skylane

The Skylane is a four-seat high-wing single with fixed tricycle landing gear, larger cabin proportions and more power than the Cessna 172.

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First impression

The Skylane is a four-seat high-wing single with fixed tricycle landing gear, larger cabin proportions and more power than the Cessna 172.

02

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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Picture the aircraft without its paint scheme. Name three physical clues before opening the answer.

Reveal the Cessna 182 Skylane clues
  • First impression: The Skylane is a four-seat high-wing single with fixed tricycle landing gear, larger cabin proportions and more power than the Cessna 172.
  • 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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