Cessna 150 and Cessna 152 Aircraft Reference
C150152.com is a worldwide reference for Cessna 150 and Cessna 152 aircraft. Research models and serial numbers, compare aircraft, find specifications and engine information, browse maintenance and airworthiness data, locate manuals, study known issues and learn what to check when buying or owning a Cessna 150 or 152.
The reference covers U.S.-built aircraft together with documented Reims/French and Argentine members of the Cessna 150/152 family. Where aircraft identity, certification or technical applicability differs, those differences are kept separate rather than treated as interchangeable.
Start with the model and generation directory, compare Cessna 150 versus 152, browse focused model and engine comparisons, or explore the Aerobat and Reims-Cessna branches. For an individual purchase, follow the buying guide and prebuy evidence.
Quick Access
| Serial Number Lookup | Identify and research a specific Cessna 150 or Cessna 152. | Cessna 150 vs 152 | Compare the two aircraft families. |
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| Cessna 150 | Models, technical data, serial numbers and ownership information. | Cessna 152 | Models, technical data, serial numbers and ownership information. |
| Specifications | Weights, dimensions, capacities and performance data. | Manuals & Documents | POHs, manuals and aircraft documentation. |
| Known Issues | Inspection, maintenance and ownership topics. | Buying Guide | Research before buying a Cessna 150 or 152. |
Serial Number Lookup
A serial number is one of the best starting points when researching a specific aircraft. Use it to narrow the applicable model, production context and relevant technical information.
| Aircraft serial number | Keep prefixes, hyphens and leading zeros. Examples: 15064970, A1500433, F150-0001. Enter a factory serial, not a registration. |
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| Browse serial numbers | Cessna 150 serial numbers Cessna 152 serial numbers |
What Are the Cessna 150 and Cessna 152?
The Cessna 150 and Cessna 152 are closely related two-seat, high-wing, fixed-gear light aircraft widely associated with flight training, personal flying and economical ownership. Although the two families share a similar overall concept, individual models differ in engines, weights, systems, equipment, certification details and production history.
The Cessna 150 family includes numerous model revisions and aerobatic variants. Related aircraft were also produced by Reims Aviation in France, while documented Argentine aircraft form another part of the wider family. The Cessna 152 followed the 150 and introduced its own model-specific engine, weight and equipment changes.
Because those differences can affect specifications, maintenance, applicability and ownership decisions, information on C150152.com is organized by aircraft family, model and, where possible, serial number.
Start with the Cessna 150 vs Cessna 152 comparison or browse the two aircraft families below.
Cessna 150 and Cessna 152
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| Cessna 150 U.S. model-year coverage: 1959-1977. The family includes multiple standard and aerobatic variants. | Cessna 152 U.S. model-year coverage: 1978-1985. The family continued the two-seat trainer concept with its own engine and configuration changes. |
| Overview Specifications Serial Numbers Engines Performance Known Issues | Overview Specifications Serial Numbers Engines Performance Known Issues |
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Popular Cessna 150 & 152 Research
Browse common technical and ownership research topics for the Cessna 150 and Cessna 152 family.
| Topic | Cessna 150 | Cessna 152 |
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| Specifications | Cessna 150 specifications | Cessna 152 specifications |
| Serial Numbers | Cessna 150 serial numbers | Cessna 152 serial numbers |
| Engines | Cessna 150 engines | Cessna 152 engines |
| Performance | Cessna 150 performance | Cessna 152 performance |
| Fuel Capacity & Range | Cessna 150 fuel information | Cessna 152 fuel information |
| Weight & Useful Load | Cessna 150 weight and balance | Cessna 152 weight and balance |
| Airworthiness Directives | Cessna 150 ADs | Cessna 152 ADs |
| Maintenance | Cessna 150 maintenance | Cessna 152 maintenance |
| Known Issues | Cessna 150 known issues | Cessna 152 known issues |
| Manuals & Documents | Cessna 150 manuals | Cessna 152 manuals |
| Buying | Buying a Cessna 150 | Buying a Cessna 152 |
Technical Reference
Browse technical information from aircraft identity and certification through specifications, engines, maintenance, modifications and documentation.
Aircraft & Certification
| Models & Variants | Cessna 150, Cessna 152, Aerobat, Reims and other documented variants. |
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| Type Certification | Type certificates, model approvals and certification context. |
| Serial Numbers & Production | Aircraft identity, model eligibility and production research. |
| History | Aircraft development, production and model history. |
Aircraft Technical Data
| Specifications | Weights, dimensions, capacities and model-specific technical data. |
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| Engines | Engine models, ratings and aircraft applicability. |
| Propellers | Propeller models, configurations and applicability. |
| Performance | Model-specific performance and operating data. |
| Weight & Balance | Weight limits, useful load and configuration reference. |
| Aircraft Systems | Fuel, electrical, controls and other aircraft systems. |
Maintenance, Approvals & Documents
| Airworthiness Directives | AD research and model-specific applicability. |
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| Maintenance | Inspection, structural and maintenance reference. |
| Service Information | Service bulletins, letters and manufacturer information. |
| STCs | Supplemental Type Certificates, modifications and applicability. |
| Parts | Aircraft parts information and parts research. |
| Manuals & Documents | POHs, service manuals, parts catalogs and other documentation. |
| Known Issues | Inspection, maintenance and ownership topics by model. |
Research a Specific Aircraft
Researching an individual Cessna 150 or Cessna 152 starts with identifying the correct model and serial number. Once the aircraft identity is known, relevant engine, propeller, specification, maintenance, document and modification information can be narrowed to the applicable aircraft family and serial range.
A serial number alone does not prove the equipment currently installed on an individual aircraft. Engines, propellers, avionics, STCs and other alterations may have changed during the aircraft's life. Aircraft records and current approved documentation remain important.
Start with the Serial Number Lookup
For Owners, Pilots, Mechanics & Buyers
| Owners & Pilots | Mechanics | Buyers | Aircraft Shoppers |
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| Flying Reference | Maintenance | Buying Guide | Aircraft for Sale |
| Weight & Balance | Airworthiness Directives | Prebuy | Cessna 150 vs 152 |
| Manuals | Service Information | Known Issues | Specifications |
| Owner Equipment | Parts | Ownership | Serial Lookup |
Buying a Cessna 150 or Cessna 152
A Cessna 150 or Cessna 152 can be an attractive aircraft for training, personal flying and economical ownership, but two aircraft of the same basic model can differ substantially after decades of maintenance, repairs, modifications and equipment changes.
Before buying, identify the exact model and serial number, review the aircraft records, understand the installed engine and propeller, check relevant airworthiness and service information, review weight and balance, and investigate model-specific known issues.
| Buying Guide | Research before buying a Cessna 150 or Cessna 152. |
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| Prebuy Reference | Pre-purchase inspection and aircraft research topics. |
| Known Issues | Model-specific inspection and ownership research. |
| Aircraft for Sale | Aircraft listings are planned; use the buying and prebuy guides for current research. |
Aircraft Research Tools and Guides
| Serial Number Lookup | Match a full source-format serial, including explicit identity exceptions. |
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| Compare 150 and 152 | Compare engines, weights, fuel and performance with their conditions. |
| Prebuy Research | Connect structural, system and equipment concerns to their actual scope. |
| Ownership Records | Organize identity, current configuration, loading and maintenance evidence. |
Popular Questions About the Cessna 150 and 152
| Question | Answer |
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| What is the difference between a Cessna 150 and Cessna 152? | The Cessna 152 is the later development of the Cessna 150 family. Engine installations, weights, performance and other details vary by model. Compare Cessna 150 vs 152. |
| How do I identify which Cessna 150 or Cessna 152 model I have? | Start with the aircraft's exact serial number rather than relying only on registration year or appearance. Use the Serial Number Lookup. |
| What engine does a Cessna 150 use? | U.S.-built Cessna 150 models are primarily associated with the Continental O-200 family, but model and production context matter. View Cessna 150 engine data. |
| What engine does a Cessna 152 use? | U.S.-built Cessna 152 aircraft use Lycoming O-235 variants, with exact applicability depending on the aircraft. View Cessna 152 engine data. |
| How much useful load does a Cessna 150 or Cessna 152 have? | Useful load varies by model and by the actual empty weight and configuration of the individual aircraft. Browse weight and balance data. |
| Does C150152.com cover Reims-built aircraft? | Yes. Reims-built aircraft are covered separately where their identity, certification or technical applicability differs. Browse Reims aircraft. |
One Reference for the Cessna 150 / 152 Family
C150152.com is being built as a comprehensive reference for researching the Cessna 150 and Cessna 152 family from basic aircraft identification through detailed technical and ownership topics.
Whether you are identifying an aircraft from its serial number, comparing a Cessna 150 with a Cessna 152, checking technical data, researching maintenance documents or preparing for a purchase, the objective is to make relevant information easy to find and easy to follow.
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