Airplanes with expensive radios, paint jobs, and/or larger horsepower engines typically sell in the $25,000-$30,000 range. The market for these upgraded Cessna 150s and 152s is quite small because it’s possible to buy a low budget 4 seat airplane for around $30,000.
How fast does a Cessna 150 fly?
124 mph
Cessna 150/Top speed
How high can a Cessna 150 fly?
Specifications
| 1959 Cessna 150 | 1968 Cessna 150H | |
|---|---|---|
| Climb Best Rate | 670 FPM | 670 FPM |
| Wing Loading | 10 lbs./sq. ft. | 10.2 lbs./sq. ft. |
| Power Loading | 15 lbs./hp | 16 lbs./hp |
| Service Ceiling | 15,300 ft | 12,650 ft. |
How much does it cost to paint a Cessna 150?
I’ve been getting quotes the past two weeks for my Cessna 150 (which should be similar to a 172)… My lowest is $9000, my highest is $18,000 for strip and paint. All shops say that is “base” pricing, most likely will be more. This is by far the most realistic price for a strip and paint listed.
How far can a Cessna 150 go?
350 mi
Cessna 150/Range
How far can the Cessna 150 fly?
At its no wind cruise speed of about 150 knots it could comfortably fly 750 miles. My sense is that both of these aircraft are longer legged than the typical GA aircraft.
Why is the Cessna 172 so safe?
In general, Cessnas are safe to fly owing to the company’s profound experience in the aircraft manufacturing industry and adaptability to modern aircraft safety innovations. For instance, in one study, Cessna 172 had a fatality rate of 0.56 per 100,000 flying hours (the best in general aviation)!
How much does it cost to fill up a Cessna 150?
The Cessna 150 burns about 5.6 gallons per hour with Avgas typically costing about $6 per gallon, hourly fuel costs for the Cessna 150 run between $30-$34 per hour.
