6ft+ in a Cessna 150?

[baron_rouge]

Not sure what the At3 is like for room

The seats and rudder pedals are not adjustable. There is a cushion that can be placed behind anyone with short legs who may not be able to reach the pedals. Not a problem for you methinks! Other than that the cockpit is very roomy. I think there is a weight limit of 14st for any individual occupant so that may be a problem for some.

[liam548]

thanks for the replies people..

[Northern Highflyer]

I think there is a weight limit of 14st for any individual occupant so that may be a problem for some.

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[liam548]

im under 14 stone but surely its under 28stone combined?

[baron_rouge]

im under 14 stone but surely its under 28stone combined?

Not wishing to give out duff info I have checked what I had been told and there is no such restriction. The useful load of AT-3 is 511lb so if you make an allowance for fuel weight you can derive the maximum weight for occupants. There is not a restriction per se on an individuals weight provided it falls within the overall weight restriction. Sorry if I originally misinformed. It's what I had been told. Perhaps the lesson to be learned (for me) is not to accept anything without first checking.

[corkster]

being 6ft 1 and 17st i will alas be far to big

[17thhour]

Anyway I should soon be ready to start lessons. (Although I have a police advance driving course coming up so common sense says wait until after this as studing Roadcraft and Air pilots manuals at the same time might be a bit much).

you'll be fine! i was in 5th year when i learnt with 5 highers and learning to drive! lol

relating to height though im 6ft and theres plenty of room to spare!

[J.A.F.O.]

The useful load of AT-3 is 511lb

Sounds pretty useful.

As far as the original question goes - I'm over 6ft and no lightweight and I've flown the 150 plenty - find a short instructor so they have their seat forward, that way shoulders and elbows can overlap.