Cessna 140 facts for kids
The Cessna 140 is a small, light airplane made for regular people, not for the military. It was designed and built in the USA between 1946 and 1950. More than 7,600 of these planes were built, making it quite popular! It's known for having one engine and its wings placed high on the body.
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What is a Light Civilian Aircraft?
A light civilian aircraft is a small plane used for things like personal travel, flight training, or just for fun. The Cessna 140 is a great example of this type of plane. It's much smaller than big passenger jets you see at airports.
How Was the Cessna 140 Designed?
The Cessna 140 was built to be simple and reliable. It has one engine at the front that pulls the plane through the air. Its wings are placed high up on the fuselage, which is the main body of the plane. This "high-wing" design gives pilots a great view downwards.
What Does "High-Wing" Mean?
When an airplane is "high-wing," it means its wings are attached to the top of the plane's body. This design can make it easier for pilots to see the ground below. It also helps the plane be more stable in the air.
How Many Cessna 140s Were Made?
Between 1946 and 1950, over 7,600 Cessna 140 airplanes were built. This shows how successful and useful the design was. Many of these planes are still flying today, almost 80 years later!
What Was the Cessna 140 Used For?
The Cessna 140 was mostly used for flight training. It was also popular for personal travel and for people who just enjoyed flying. Its simple design made it a good choice for new pilots learning to fly.
Images for kids
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Cessna 140 taxiing
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Restored 1946 Cessna 140
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Cessna 120, built 1948, showing the smooth underside of the inboard wing, without flaps.
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1946 Cessna 120, in Nebraska, 1964
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Cessna 140A with the single wing strut
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1946 Cessna 140 interior
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See also
In Spanish: Cessna 120 / 140 para niños
