Cessna 120

The Cessna 120 is a light multi-purpose aircraft, developed by the American firm Cessna Aircraft Co. The prototype, the Cessna Model 120, made its first flight on June 28, 1945. This two-seat, high-wing monoplane with an enclosed cockpit and braced wing was the first in a series of models that remained in production until the late 1980s.

Design and Technical Features

The aircraft was all-metal, with the exception of the fabric covering on the wing. The landing gear, designed by Steve Wittman, consisted of a non-retractable tailwheel and unbraced main struts made of spring steel. The cockpit featured standard dual controls and two side-by-side seats.

Powerplant and Commercial Success

The powerplant consisted of a Continental engine with 63 kW (85 hp) of power. Its greater power compared to other engines of a similar type, coupled with its low price (at the end of 1945, the aircraft’s cost was $2495 USD), ensured unexpectedly high sales for the new aircraft. A total of 2164 aircraft were produced.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Cessna 120
Wingspan, m	10.01
Aircraft length, m	6.55
Aircraft height, m	1.91
Wing area, m2	14.82
Empty weight	349
Maximum takeoff weight	658
Engine type	1 Piston engine Teledyne Continental C-85-12
Power, kW	1 x 85
Maximum speed, km/h	198
Cruising speed, km/h	171
Practical range, km	676
Service ceiling, m	4265
Crew, crew members	1
Payload	1 passenger

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