OK, so we have established that C-162 beats the pants off C-150/152, payload-wise. And don't forget that it needs 2/3 of gas. While it loses to PA-28 and C-172, at least in case of PA-28 there's another factor: the balance envelope. You can only have them carry two fat guys if one sits in the back. The CFI still has to be skinny, although not as skinny as necessary for the C-150.RyanShort1 wrote:Weight is STILL a problem, especially with the number of older guys who weigh in at 200+. The instructor in that case has to be light (I'm trying hard to stay under 150 long-term) in order to have a good load. Why do you think there are so many Cessna 172's at flight schools instead of 150s anymore?
Flying Remos GX the 235lbs myself and 190lbs instructor had full fuel and a bit to spare. It's just the Skycatcher that's a bit overweight when compared to other LSAs. It carries a massive engine, which puts it at a disadvantage.