DINFIA A182 Skylane
DINFIA · Argentina · first flew 1960 · light aircraft
The DINFIA A182 Skylane is an Argentine licence-built version of the Cessna 182 Skylane, produced by the Argentine state aircraft manufacturer for domestic civil and military use.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.61 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Argentine licence-built Cessna 182 Skylane
- High-wing four-seat piston monoplane
- DINFIA/FMA production for Argentine market
Externally identical to a Cessna 182 Skylane — high strut-braced wing, tricycle undercarriage, large rear windows, and single nose-mounted piston engine.
Specifications
- The DINFIA A182 Skylane has a length of 8.61 m (28 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 268 km/h (167 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 + 3 passengers.
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History
DINFIA (later FMA) produced the Cessna 182 under licence in Argentina during the 1960s to meet domestic demand and supply the Argentine Air Force with a light utility aircraft. The aircraft is identical in airframe to the U.S.-built 182.
Variants
Variants mirror those of the Cessna 182 family; the A182 designation simply indicates Argentine manufacture.
Where you'll see it
Used by Argentine aero clubs, the Argentine Air Force, and private owners; a straightforward substitute for the U.S.-built Cessna 182.
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