General aviation aircraft identification

Cirrus SR22 quiz

Learn the visual clues that identify the Cirrus SR22, then test yourself using different viewing angles and liveries.

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Cirrus SR22 side-profile identification reference

How to identify the Cirrus SR22

The SR22 pairs a composite low-wing airframe with distinctive butterfly doors and the Cirrus whole-aircraft parachute system.

01

First impression

The SR22 pairs a composite low-wing airframe with distinctive butterfly doors and the Cirrus whole-aircraft parachute system.

02

Wing

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

03

Cabin

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

What should you check first?

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

Reveal the Cirrus SR22 clues
  • First impression: The SR22 pairs a composite low-wing airframe with distinctive butterfly doors and the Cirrus whole-aircraft parachute system.
  • 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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