C182

The Cessna 182 Skylane, commonly abbreviated C182, is a four- to five-seat, single-engine, high-wing airplane designed for general aviation. It was developed by Cessna and first flown in 1956 as a larger successor to the 180, and it has remained a staple in light aviation for decades.

The aircraft features a high wing with tricycle landing gear and a roomy cabin with a rear cargo door on many models. Most early and many current versions use a six-cylinder piston engine producing around 230 horsepower, with a range of configurations including carbureted and fuel-injected engines. Variants include fixed-gear models (the standard Skylane), the retractable-gear 182RG, and turbocharged versions known as the Turbo Skylane (182T) with higher performance at altitude.

The Skylane is used for personal transport, flight training, bush operations, air taxi, and light cargo. Typical cruise speeds are in the mid-100s knots, with a range spanning several hundred to about a thousand nautical miles depending on variant and payload. Service ceilings are sufficient for typical general aviation operations.

The 182 lineage has evolved through numerous sub-variants across several generations, with production extending for many years. It is regarded as a versatile and durable member of the Cessna single-engine lineup and remains common in aviation fleets and flight schools worldwide.