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Cessna O-2 Skymaster in U.S. Air Force livery on display, instantly recognizable by its push-pull twin engine layout and high-wing configuration.

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Cessna O-2 Skymaster in U.S. Air Force livery on display, instantly recognizable by its push-pull twin engine layout and high-wing configuration.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type O2A
Model O-2 Skymaster
Manufacturer Cessna
Livery U.S. Air Force military paint scheme
Military Military

🔧 Technicals

Engine 2 × Continental IO-360-C horizontally opposed piston engines
Thrust 210 hp (157 kW) each
Wingspan 11.6 m
Length 9.1 m
Height 2.8 m
MTOW 2,108 kg
Range 2,180 km
Capacity 2 (crew); equipment or observers in rear
Cruise Speed 298 km/h
Noise Rating N/A (pre-dates modern ICAO noise standards)

📍 Location

Airport Code CHC/NZCH
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport

📷 Camera

Device iPhone 12 Pro