CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Model Guide
CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP · Model Guide
Overview
The CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP is a single-engine piston Cessna powered by a 180 hp Textron Lycoming IO-360-L2A with a fixed-pitch 76 inch propeller. Book figures: 2550 lbs max takeoff weight, 895 lbs useful load, 124 kts cruise and 518 nm range. It was built with either a NAV III KAP 140 or GFC 700 avionics package.
- Max takeoff weight is 2550 lbs. Standard empty weight is 1663 lbs, max useful load is 895 lbs, baggage allowance is 120 lbs.
- Cruise is 124 kts at 75% power at 8500 ft. Range is 518 nm on 53 gallons usable fuel (56 gallons total).
- Takeoff ground roll is 960 ft (1630 ft over a 50 ft obstacle). Landing roll is 575 ft (1335 ft over 50 ft).
- Check which avionics and autopilot the airframe has: KAP 140 or GFC 700. Its serial number decides which manual applies.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 50 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Engine (hp) ·
- 180
- Height (ft) ·
- 8
- Length (ft) ·
- 27
- Wingspan (ft) ·
- 36
- Empty weight (lb) ·
- 1,663
- Fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 56
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 2,550
- Propeller diameter (in) ·
- 76
Performance
- Range (nm) ·
- 518
- Fuel burn (gph) ·
- 8.6
- Max speed (kt) ·
- 126
- Cruise speed (kt) ·
- 124
- Rate of climb (fpm) ·
- 730
- Service ceiling (ft) ·
- 14,000
- Landing distance (ft) ·
- 575
- Takeoff distance (ft) ·
- 960
V-speeds
- VA_KTS ·
- 105
- VR_KTS ·
- 55
- VX_KTS ·
- 62
- VY_KTS ·
- 74
- VNE_KTS ·
- 163
- VNO_KTS ·
- 129
- VS1_KTS ·
- 48
- VSO_KTS ·
- 40
Weight & balance
- Useful load (lb) ·
- 895
- Empty weight (lb) ·
- 1,663
- Max ramp weight (lb) ·
- 2,558
- Baggage allowance (lb) ·
- 120
- Max landing weight (lb) ·
- 2,550
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 2,550
How much can the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP carry?
The CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP has a book useful load of 895 lbs and a baggage allowance of 120 lbs, at a max takeoff weight of 2550 lbs. Fuel capacity is 56 gallons. Individual airplanes weigh more empty, so check the weight and balance.
How fast and how far does the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP fly?
The CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP cruises at 124 kts at 75% power at 8500 ft and reaches 126 kts maximum at sea level. Range is 518 nm on 53 gallons usable fuel. Fuel burn is about 8.6 gph.
How much runway does the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP need?
For the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP, book takeoff ground roll is 960 ft and 1630 ft over a 50 ft obstacle. Landing roll is 575 ft and 1335 ft over 50 ft. These figures are for 2550 lbs, standard day, no wind.
What is the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Model Guide?
The CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Model Guide is a model guide for the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP, dated 2026.
What year was the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Model Guide published?
The CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Model Guide — the CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
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- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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Weights and loading
Book empty weight is 1663 lbs and useful load is 895 lbs, with max ramp weight 2558 lbs. Sample weighed 172S/SP aircraft show empty weights from 1666.95 to 1757.10 lbs and useful loads of 792.90 to 883.05 lbs. Get the actual weight and balance for the airplane you are buying.
Avionics and manual match
The NAV III KAP 140 autopilot manual covers serials from 172S9810, up to the 172S10655 range. The NAV III GFC 700 AFCS manual covers 172S10468, 172S10507, 172S10640 and 172S10656 and on. Published speeds assume speed fairings, which add about 2 knots. Confirm that they are fitted.
Handling numbers
Stall speed is 53 kts flaps up and 48 kts flaps down. Rotate at 55 kts, best angle of climb is 62 kts and best rate of climb is 74 kts. Best glide is 68 kts. Maximum demonstrated crosswind is 15 kts. Rate of climb is 730 fpm at sea level and service ceiling is 14000 ft.
Safety notes
- Book performance assumes 2550 lbs, standard atmosphere, level hard dry runway and no wind. Real airplanes will vary.
- The information-manual copies are not kept current. The official POH must be carried in the airplane.
- Best glide speed is 68 kts. Never exceed speed (Vne) is 163 kts, and maneuvering speed at 2550 lbs is 105 kts.
Full document text
CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Model Guide The CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP is a single-engine piston Cessna powered by a 180 hp Textron Lycoming IO-360-L2A with a fixed-pitch 76 inch propeller. Book figures: 2550 lbs max takeoff weight, 895 lbs useful load, 124 kts cruise and 518 nm range. It was built with either a NAV III KAP 140 or GFC 700 avionics package. • Max takeoff weight is 2550 lbs. Standard empty weight is 1663 lbs, max useful load is 895 lbs, baggage allowance is 120 lbs. • Cruise is 124 kts at 75% power at 8500 ft. Range is 518 nm on 53 gallons usable fuel (56 gallons total). • Takeoff ground roll is 960 ft (1630 ft over a 50 ft obstacle). Landing roll is 575 ft (1335 ft over 50 ft). • Check which avionics and autopilot the airframe has: KAP 140 or GFC 700. Its serial number decides which manual applies. Weights and loading Book empty weight is 1663 lbs and useful load is 895 lbs, with max ramp weight 2558 lbs. Sample weighed 172S/SP aircraft show empty weights from 1666.95 to 1757.10 lbs and useful loads of 792.90 to 883.05 lbs. Get the actual weight and balance for the airplane you are buying. Avionics and manual match The NAV III KAP 140 autopilot manual covers serials from 172S9810, up to the 172S10655 range. The NAV III GFC 700 AFCS manual covers 172S10468, 172S10507, 172S10640 and 172S10656 and on. Published speeds assume speed fairings, which add about 2 knots. Confirm that they are fitted. Handling numbers Stall speed is 53 kts flaps up and 48 kts flaps down. Rotate at 55 kts, best angle of climb is 62 kts and best rate of climb is 74 kts. Best glide is 68 kts. Maximum demonstrated crosswind is 15 kts. Rate of climb is 730 fpm at sea level and service ceiling is 14000 ft. Safety notes: • Book performance assumes 2550 lbs, standard atmosphere, level hard dry runway and no wind. Real airplanes will vary. • The information-manual copies are not kept current. The official POH must be carried in the airplane. • Best glide speed is 68 kts. Never exceed speed (Vne) is 163 kts, and maneuvering speed at 2550 lbs is 105 kts.