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Cessna 120

The Budget Classic

“The 140 without the frills.”

ICAO type code C120 · Cessna

First catch: 25 points in Bogey
Cessna 120, The Budget Classic
Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Length
21 ft 6 in
Wingspan
33 ft 4 in
Engines
1x Continental C-85 (85 hp)
Crew
1
Max passengers
1
Typical config
side-by-side 2-seat
Built
7,664 (120 and 140 combined)

The story

The Cessna 120 was the economy version of the 140 — no flaps, and even the rear side windows and electrical system were optional. Today the difference matters only to purists; both are cherished tailwheel classics.

Fun fact

The 120 left out the wing flaps, and buyers who wanted rear side windows, radios, lights or an electric starter paid extra.

Quick answers

How do you identify a Cessna 120?

Twin of the Cessna 140 with no flaps: the underside of the inboard wing is smooth all the way to the fuselage.

How many passengers does the Cessna 120 carry?

Up to 1. A typical layout is side-by-side 2-seat.

How big is the Cessna 120?

It is 21 ft 6 in long and 33 ft 4 in across the wings.

When did the Cessna 120 first fly?

Its first flight was in 1946.

How many Cessna 120s have been built?

7,664 (120 and 140 combined) built.

How rare is a Cessna 120 in Bogey?

COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Cessna 120 catch is worth 25 points.

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