Cessna 182 FloatplaneCessna 182 floatplane airplane model. In March 1956, Cessna introduced the new Model 182, a member of the standard fixed gear family, equipped with a 230 hp Continental O 470 S engine. This aircraft was offered in Standard, Skylane, and Skylane II variants, featuring factory installed options to increase its appeal to customers. The Cessna 182 Skylane is a light, single engine aircraft with four seats. It accommodates one crew member and three