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The Cessna 152 is a two-seat, single-engine aircraft that is widely used for flight training and personal flying. Known for its reliability and ease of handling, the C152 is equipped with a high-wing design and a tricycle landing gear configuration. This aircraft is powered by a Lycoming O-235 engine, providing a balance of performance and fuel efficiency. The Cessna 152 is particularly favored for its forgiving flight characteristics, making it an ideal choice for novice pilots. The following checklist outlines essential pre-flight, in-flight, and emergency procedures to ensure safe operation of the aircraft.

  • Always perform a thorough preflight inspection before starting the engine.
  • Monitor engine instruments closely during startup and taxiing.
  • Follow specific airspeeds for different landing and takeoff configurations.
  • Be prepared for emergency procedures, especially engine failures.

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How rare is it?
2,927Cessna 152 registered worldwide · 2,204 active

Common. One of the most common aircraft types we track.

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Before Starting Engine

Preflight Inspection: COMPLETE Seats, Belts, Shoulder Harnesses: ADJUST Fuel Shutoff Valve: LOCK ON Radios, Electrical Equipment: OFF Brakes: CHECK

Starting Engine

Mixture: RICH Carburetor Heat: COLD Throttle: OPEN 1/2 INCH Master Switch: ON Ignition Switch: START Oil Pressure: CHECK

Takeoff Procedures

Normal Takeoff: Wing Flaps: 0° Climb Speed: 65-75 KIAS Short Field Takeoff: Wing Flaps: 10° Climb Speed: 54 KIAS

Emergency Procedures

Engine Failure During Takeoff: Throttle: IDLE, Brakes: APPLY, Wing Flaps: RETRACT Engine Failure During Flight: Airspeed: 60 KIAS, Mixture: IDLE CUT-OFF, Fuel Shutoff Valve: OFF

Icing Procedures

1. Turn pitot heat switch ON (if installed). 2. Change altitude to obtain a warmer temperature. 3. Pull cabin heat control full out for maximum defroster air. 4. Increase throttle to minimize ice buildup on propeller.

Safety notes

  • Ensure all doors are unlocked before takeoff.
  • Maintain situational awareness during flight, especially in icing conditions.
  • Perform a thorough check of the aircraft systems before each flight.

Full document text

smartaero flight academy ENG BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Preflight Inspection....... COMPLETE Seats, Belts, Shoulder Harnesses ADJUST and Fuel Shutoff Valve....... LOCK ON Radios, Electrical Equipment. OFF Brakes Circuit Breakers STARTING ENGINE Mixture Carburetor Heat... Prime......... Throttle Propeller Area. Master Switch Ignition Switch Throttle... Oil Pressure TAXIING Parking Brake.. Brakes. Instruments Taxi lights. ...... TEST and SET CHECK IN RICH COLD AS REQUIRED (up to 3 strokes) OPEN 1/2 INCH CLEAR ON START ADJUST for 1000 RPM or less . CHECK RELEASE TEST LANDING NORMAL LANDING Airspeed Wing Flaps Airspeed Touchdown Landing Roll.. Braking SHORT FIELD LANDING Airspeed Wing Flaps Airspeed Power CHECK ON Brakes C152-CHECKLIST .60-70 KIAS (flaps UP) AS DESIRED (< 85 KIAS) .55-65 KIAS (flaps DOWN) MAIN WHEELS FIRST .LOWER NOSE WHEEL MINIMUM REQUIRED RUN UP Brakes Engine Instruments. Throttle APPLY ALL GREAN 1700 RPM Magnetos (Drop max 125RPM). LEFT BOTH Magnetos (Drop max 125RPM). RIGHT MAX DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 50RPM Touchdown........... Wing Flaps BALKED LANDING Throttle Carburetor Heat Wing Flaps. Airspeed Wing Flaps .60-70 KIAS (flaps UP) .30°(<85 KIAS) .MAINTAIN 54 KIAS .REDUCE to idle .MAIN WHEELS FIRST APPLY HEAVILY .RETRACT .FULL OPEN. .COLD. .RETRACT to 20°. .55 KIAS. .RETRACT Magnetos (Rising). Magnetos (Rising). BOTH Carb Heat (Drop). ON Throttle (Stable, max 5sec). IDLE AFTER LANDING Carb Heat (Rising) OFF XPDR. .7000, STBY Throttle FULL PWR Flaps .UP Throttle. TAKEOFF NORMAL TAKEOFF Wing Flaps.... Carburetor Heat 0°-10° COLD 1000 RMP Carb Heat OFF Landing & Strobe Lights .OFF Pitot Heat .OFF SHUTDOWN Radios & Electronic Eqp OFF Avionic Master OFF Throttle. Elevator Control FULL OPEN Mixture.... OFF LIFT NOSE Exterior Lights OFF WHEEL at 50 KIAS Landing & Strobe Lights OFF Climb Speed SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF Wing Flaps.. Brakes Carburetor Heat 65-75 KIAS Ignition OFF Master & Alternator. .OFF Doors..... .UNLOCKED Throttle. Brakes Elevator Control Climb Speed Wing Flaps. 10° COLD APPLY FULL OPEN RELEASE SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW 54 KIAS RETRACT SECURE Control Lock Wheel Chocks. Pitot Cover.. Aircraft Secured .SET .AS NEEDED .SET .CHECKED smartaero flightacademy ENG ENGINE FAILURES ENGINE FAILURE DURING TAKEOFF RUN Throttle Brakes Wing Flaps. IDLE APPLY RETRACT Mixture Ignition Switch Master Switch ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF Airspeed Mixture Fuel Shutoff Valve Ignition Switch Wing Flaps Master Switch ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT Airspeed Carburetor Heat ........ Primer Fuel Shutoff Valve Mixture Ignition Switch C152-CHECKLIST ENGINE FIRE IN FLIGHT Mixture Fuel Shutoff Valve. IDLE CUT-OFF OFF OFF OFF 85 KIAS EXECUTE OFF OFF CLOSED ACTIVATE Master Switch Cabin Heat and Air. Airspeed IDLE CUT-OFF Forced Landing OFF OFF Master Switch ELECTRICAL FIRE IN FLIGHT All Other Switches (except ignition switch) 60 KIAS. Vents/Cabin Air/Heat IDLE CUT-OFF Fire Extinguisher. OFF OFF If fire appears out and electrical power is necessary for continuance of flight AS REQUIRED Master Switch OFF Circuit Breakers Radio/Electrical Switches ...... Vents/ Cabin Air/ Heat... 60 KIAS ON CABIN FIRE IN and Master Switch LOCKED Vents/Cabin Air/Heat ON RICH BOTH FORCED LANDINGS EMERGENCY LANDING WITHOUT ENGINE POWER Airspeed Mixture Fuel Shutoff Valve Ignition Switch Wing Flaps Master Switch Doors Touchdown Brakes HEAVILY. 65 KIAS (flaps up) 60 KIAS (flaps DOWN). IDLE CUT-OFF OFF OFF AS REQUIRED OFF UNLATCH . SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW APPLY PRECAUTIONARY LANDING WITH ENGINE POWER Airspeed. Wing Flaps Selected Field Radio and Electrical Switches Wing Flaps Airspeed Master Switch Doors Touchdown Ignition Switch Brakes.... 60 KIAS 20° FLY OVER, OFF 30° 55 KIAS OFF UNLATCH SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW OFF APPLY HEAVILY Fire Extinguisher..... ON CHECK ON OPEN OFF. CLOSED ACTIVATE Land the airplane as soon as possible to inspect for damage ICING 1. Turn pitot heat switch ON (if installed). 2. Turn back or change altitude to obtain an outside air temperature that is less conducive to icing. 3. Pull cabin heat control full out to obtain maximum defroster air temperature. For greater air flow at reduced temperatures, adjust the cabin air control as required. 4. Open the throttle to increase engine speed and minimize ice buildup on propeller blades. 5. Watch for signs of carburetor air filter ice and apply carburetor heat as required. An unexpected loss in engine speed could be caused by carburetor ice or air intake filter ice. Lean the mixture for maximum RPM, if carburetor heat is used continuously. 6. Plan a landing at the nearest airport. With an extremely rapid ice build-up, select a suitable "off airport" landing site. 7. With an ice accumulation of 1/4 inch or more on the wing leading edges, be prepared for significantly higher stall speed. 8. Leave wing flaps retracted. With a severe ice build-up on the horizontal tail, the change in wing wake airflow direction caused by wing flap extension could result in a loss of elevator effectiveness. 9. Open left window and, if practical, scrape ice from a portion of the windshield for visibility in the landing approach. 10. Perform a landing approach using a forward slip, if necessary, for improved visibility. 11. Approach at 65 to 75 KIAS depending upon the amount of ice accumulation. 12. Perform a landing in level attitude.

Type certificate, explained

What's in the Cessna 152 TCDS

A Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) is the FAA's record of what an aircraft type was approved as. It is the source of truth for weights, seating, fuel and the rules the design was certified against. Expand any line to see what it means.

TCDS 3A19Rev 40· Issued 1997
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