Would you like some help with drawing a cargo plane? This lesson will guide you through a series of simple steps that will help you understand how cargo planes are shaped and how they look. You’ll need just a pencil, paper, and some coloring tools, and you can expect this lesson will take about half an hour. You can choose how detailed you want it. If you prefer, you can keep it as a basic line drawing. However, adding color can really enhance it and make it more interesting. So grab those materials and get ready for a fun drawing session!

Materials

Paper
Pencil
Crayons, Colored Pencils, or Markers
Black Marker (optional)

Easy Cargo Plane Drawing: Lesson Preview

As you get ready for drawing, remember that there’s no rush! Take all of that wonderful time you need. While I’ll share some colors that I think work well, you should feel free and excited about choosing colors that you love. This is all about what makes you happy and what feels right for you. So grab that paper and pencil, let those ideas swirl around, and start creating something amazing!

Time Needed: 45 minutes

Draw the Fuselage

First, outline the long, pointed body of the cargo plane, called the fuselage.
Add the Cockpit Windows

Next, draw the slightly curved cockpit windows at the front of the plane.
Draw the Cargo Door

Outline a rectangular cargo door on the side of the fuselage. Then, add a small door handle.
Attach the Wheels

Draw small, ring-shaped landing gear wheels attached beneath the plane.
Outline the Wing

Next, draw the angled wing extending from the fuselage. Make sure to erase any overlapping lines.
Add the Engine

Attach a cylinder-shaped jet engine to the fuselage. Then, draw a pointed nozzle at the back of the engine.
Draw the Horizontal Stabilizer

Draw a short wing-like horizontal stabilizer.
Attach the Vertical Stabilizer

Attach a tall vertical stabilizer on top of the plane’s tail.
Color the Easy Cargo Plane Drawing

First, color the cockpit window light blue. Use a vibrant blue for the wing and stabilizers. Fill in the wheels, door handle, engine interior, and engine nozzle with dark shades of gray. Finally, paint the fuselage white, and add light gray shading for some shadow.