Question for Cessna airframe techies...

[masseygrad]

I understand that the Cessna 152 Aerobat (A152) differs to the C152 (non-Aerobat) by being stronger, i.e. reinforced, in some areas, hence has a higher Vne etc.
Can anyway tell me exactly where the Aerobat is structurally different from the non-Aerobat? And if there are any other differences?
I've poured through the POHs of the two and can't find the answer.
Many thanks.

[camlobe]

Try speaking to the UK Cessna agents. I believe this is Wycombe Air Centre. Post the answer please. Be interesting to know.

[NutLoose]

Some of the skins are of thicker material, also you will find gussets internally such as where some of the ribs join the spars etc and in the fin etc.......... the 150 also had roof windows, but not sure if the 152 has them, I think you also have a full harness again like the 150............ Engine wise I cant remember if they are different, the 150 Aerobat has a RR Continental 0 200 but it is a while since i touched a 152 Aerobat........

Will have a look tomorrow through my maintenance manuals if I get time

[100LL]

you can find a fair bit about Aerobats here http://www.cessna150-152.com/ All nutloose says is right and a bit more as well

[masseygrad]

Thanks for the info and the link. Very helpful. Cheers.

[turnarounds]

Get hold of a book called "Wings for the world" by the late William D Thompson. Bill was a Cessna test pilot and outlines all the changes between models.

Aerobat has heavier struts same section as 185 plus other minor structural changes. 4 point harness and jetisonable doors.

Skylights were available on bothe Aerobat and non Aerobat.

[barit1]

The old Cessna 140 taildragger had skylights - I think they were standard. :D

[LDG_GEAR _MONITOR]

slightly off the topic - does anyone know the differences on the fuselages between a 182N and a 182Q ? or where i can find out ?