Cessna 195

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Cessna 195 was a revolutionary design, unlike most improved models that simply build upon predecessors.
  • It featured innovative elements such as an all-metal, cantilever wing and a semi-monocoque design.
  • Passenger comfort was prioritized with improved seating and lighting.
  • The aircraft boasted reliable handling and economical fuel consumption due to its mid-horsepower engine, earning it the nickname "Business Liner."
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Cessna’s 195 was a follow design to its Airmaster, but unlike most version 2.0 models, the 195 and, not its predecessor, was the truly revolutionary design. With a couple of noteworthy exceptions, almost everything about it was built upon the most innovative design concepts: its all-metal, cantilever wing, semi-Monocoque design, passenger-friendly seating with great light, really nice handling qualities and a reliable, mid-horsepower engine for better range and more economical fuel consumption. The 195, nicknamed the Business Liner, was Cessna’s first truly modern aircraft.

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