Cessna 195

Cessna · United States · first flew 1945 · light aircraft

The Cessna 195 is a five-seat, high-wing business aircraft notable for its radial engine and elegant cantilever wing lacking external struts. It represented Cessna's post-war premium offering aimed at the executive market.

Recognition (WEFT)

W — Wings	High-mounted, tapered
E — Engines	1 × piston, nose-mounted
F — Fuselage	Art Deco fuselage lines with wide club cabin
T — Tail	Conventional

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Radial-engined high-wing business aircraft
Fully cantilevered tapered wing — no lift struts
Art Deco fuselage lines with wide club cabin

The radial engine cowling immediately separates it from Cessna's flat-engine types. The cantilever high wing without struts and the smooth, rounded fuselage distinguish it from the strutted 170/180 series.

Specifications

The Cessna 195 has a length of 8.33 m (27 ft).
It has a wingspan of 11.02 m (36 ft).
Its maximum speed is 306 km/h (190 mph).
Typical crew: 1 pilot + 4 passengers.

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History

Developed immediately after World War II, the 195 first flew in 1945 and entered production in 1947. Powered by a Jacobs R-755 radial engine, it was marketed as a personal executive transport. Around 1,170 were built before production ended in 1954.

Variants

The 190 was a lighter version with a smaller Continental radial engine. Military versions designated LC-126 served with the US Army and Air Force for liaison duties.

Where you'll see it

Popular with private and business owners in North America; a handful remain active on the warbird and classic-aircraft circuit. The type is well-regarded by enthusiasts for its distinctive radial engine and 1940s styling.

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