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Cessna Aircraft Company 172N
C172
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Year
Owner
Cessna Aircraft Company
Last seen
MTOW
1,100 kg
Range
580 nm
Seats
4
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Cessna Aircraft Company · 172N
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
4,136
Active
3,679
Origin
US
Certifying authorities
FAA
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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
C172
C172
1,100 kg580 nm114 kt4
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS 3A12 · 82 · issued 2011-12-20

The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS 3A12), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.

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Safety & ops history

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Cessna Aircraft Company 172N manuals & documents

21 documents for the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N Weight And Balance · V Speeds Reference · Avionics Manual · Normal Procedures · Airworthiness Directives · Emergency Procedures · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
Cessna 172N Pilot's Operating Handbook · 1980

The Cessna 172N Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) provides essential information for the operation of the Cessna 172N Skyhawk. This document is designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts, offering detailed insights into the aircraft's systems, performance, and operational procedures. It includes critical data such as weight and balance, performance specifications, and emergency procedures. The POH serves as a comprehensive guide to ensure safe and efficient flight operations, making it a vital resource for both training and reference during flight.

  • Wingspan: 36 ft 1 in
  • Max Takeoff Weight: 2,400 lbs
  • Cruise Speed: 105 knots
  • Range: 640 nautical miles
  • Vso: 47 knots (stalling speed in landing configuration)

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People also ask
How many Cessna Aircraft Company 172N are there?

4,136 Cessna Aircraft Company 172N are on the worldwide civil registry, of which about 3,679 are active. This counts registered airframes, not total production.

What is the range of the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N?

The Cessna Aircraft Company 172N has a range of about 580 nautical miles.

How fast is the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N?

The Cessna Aircraft Company 172N cruises at around 114 knots.

What is the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N's maximum take-off weight?

The Cessna Aircraft Company 172N has a maximum take-off weight of 1,100 kg.

How many seats does the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N have?

The Cessna Aircraft Company 172N is typically configured for up to 4 occupants.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N?

The Cessna Aircraft Company 172N uses ICAO type designator C172.

Is the Cessna Aircraft Company 172N type certified?

Yes. The Cessna Aircraft Company 172N holds a type certificate; you can read its Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) and what each section means on Sprinkle.