Cessna Cessna 140A

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Aircraft

Cessna 140A C140

White with orange/red stripe, vintage civil utility scheme

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Registration

Manufacturer

Cessna

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager

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Location

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

RKE/EKRK

55.5856, 12.1314

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Copenhagen Roskilde Airport RKE

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Aviation History

The Cessna 185 Skywagon is a classic six-seat, high-wing light utility aircraft, popular since the 1960s for bush flying, utility work, and as a personal aircraft. Its taildragger configuration makes it a favorite for backcountry and rugged terrain.

Fleet Rarity

Once produced in large numbers, numbers are declining but still quite common in private/bush flying fleets.

Record Flights

Extensively used in Alaska, Canada, and other remote operations for challenging off-airport short fields and water landings (when on floats). No world records, but a legend among bush pilots.

Safety & Events

Numerous survival stories in bush flying circles; model known for ruggedness but also considered challenging due to tailwheel handling.

Future Outlook

Many examples still fly; type is classic and often restored or maintained by enthusiasts.

Specifications

Continental IO-520-D

Engine

10.97 m

Wingspan

8.08 m

Length

1,140 km

Range

246 km/h

Speed

5 passengers

Capacity

1,520 kg

MTOW

2.24 m

Height

Not applicable (propeller: 300 hp / 224 kW)

Thrust

Approximately 75-80 dB; not rated to ICAO modern jet standards

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