CESSNA FR172G Model Guide
CESSNA FR172G · Model Guide
Overview
The CESSNA FR172G is a single-engine piston airplane in the Cessna 172 family. It is the Reims-built FR172 variant, covered by type certificate A18EU. The supplied documents have no variant-specific weight, speed or performance figures. They cover an auxiliary fuel tank STC, a tail tie-down STC and a fuel contamination AD.
- The CESSNA FR172G is listed in the Flint Aero auxiliary fuel tank STC (SA1614WE) and the tail tie-down replacement STC.
- The Flint Aero tanks add 23 gal usable fuel and 40 lbs to standard empty weight, with no other performance changes.
- AD 86-19-11 covers the FR172G: add fuel reservoir quick drains if missing, and keep the preflight fuel check procedure with the airplane documents.
- The 172 family registry shows up to 4 passengers, 140 kt cruise and 700 nm range. These are family maxima, not FR172G figures.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 47 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Aux fuel arm (in) ·
- 48
- Aux fuel usable (gal) ·
- 23
- Aux fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 24
- Aux tank usable each (gal) ·
- 11.5
Performance
- Range (nm) ·
- 292
- Endurance hrs ·
- 2.3
Weight & balance
- Max useful load change (lb) ·
- -40
- Standard empty weight change (lb) ·
- 40
What does the CESSNA FR172G carry according to the registry?
The 172 family registry lists up to 4 passengers. That is a family-level figure. The documents give no CESSNA FR172G seat count or weights.
Can the CESSNA FR172G have extra fuel capacity?
Yes. The CESSNA FR172G is listed in Flint Aero STC SA1614WE. It adds 23 gal usable fuel, adds 40 lbs to standard empty weight, and needs transfer pump checks.
What fuel AD applies to the CESSNA FR172G?
AD 86-19-11 applies to the CESSNA FR172G (S/Ns FR17200001 thru FR17200675). It requires attaching the preflight fuel system check to the airplane documents and adding quick drains if missing.
What is the CESSNA FR172G Model Guide?
The CESSNA FR172G Model Guide is a model guide for the CESSNA FR172G, dated 2026.
What year was the CESSNA FR172G Model Guide published?
The CESSNA FR172G Model Guide — the CESSNA FR172G model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Auxiliary fuel tank STC
Two Flint Aero wing tanks hold 12 gal each (11.5 usable each, 23 usable total). Fuel transfers into the main tanks by pump. Transfer only in level flight, never during takeoff, landing or refueling. If a pump fails, that tank's fuel cannot be used. Rated range is 292 NM with the added fuel.
Tail tie-down and fuel AD
The tail tie-down STC replaces the single-point factory eyelet with multiple attachment points. At each annual or 100-hour inspection, check for loose or missing hardware, the placard, sealant and rudder cable wear. AD 86-19-11 requires a preflight fuel check using the strainer, tank and reservoir drains.
Safety notes
- Preflight fuel check: drain the strainer at least 4 seconds, then each wing tank quick drain. Look for water, rust, sludge or ice. Check the reservoir drains after rain, sleet or snow.
- With Flint Aero tanks, the aux transfer switches must be OFF for takeoff, landing and filling. Check the tanks for leaks and drain a sample on preflight.
- Rudder control cable wear at the tailcone fairing, if the tie-down mod is fitted, requires replacing the cable.
Full document text
CESSNA FR172G Model Guide The CESSNA FR172G is a single-engine piston airplane in the Cessna 172 family. It is the Reims-built FR172 variant, covered by type certificate A18EU. The supplied documents have no variant-specific weight, speed or performance figures. They cover an auxiliary fuel tank STC, a tail tie-down STC and a fuel contamination AD. • The CESSNA FR172G is listed in the Flint Aero auxiliary fuel tank STC (SA1614WE) and the tail tie-down replacement STC. • The Flint Aero tanks add 23 gal usable fuel and 40 lbs to standard empty weight, with no other performance changes. • AD 86-19-11 covers the FR172G: add fuel reservoir quick drains if missing, and keep the preflight fuel check procedure with the airplane documents. • The 172 family registry shows up to 4 passengers, 140 kt cruise and 700 nm range. These are family maxima, not FR172G figures. Auxiliary fuel tank STC Two Flint Aero wing tanks hold 12 gal each (11.5 usable each, 23 usable total). Fuel transfers into the main tanks by pump. Transfer only in level flight, never during takeoff, landing or refueling. If a pump fails, that tank's fuel cannot be used. Rated range is 292 NM with the added fuel. Tail tie-down and fuel AD The tail tie-down STC replaces the single-point factory eyelet with multiple attachment points. At each annual or 100-hour inspection, check for loose or missing hardware, the placard, sealant and rudder cable wear. AD 86-19-11 requires a preflight fuel check using the strainer, tank and reservoir drains. Safety notes: • Preflight fuel check: drain the strainer at least 4 seconds, then each wing tank quick drain. Look for water, rust, sludge or ice. Check the reservoir drains after rain, sleet or snow. • With Flint Aero tanks, the aux transfer switches must be OFF for takeoff, landing and filling. Check the tanks for leaks and drain a sample on preflight. • Rudder control cable wear at the tailcone fairing, if the tie-down mod is fitted, requires replacing the cable.