Cessna 172 Skyhawk — Service Bulletins

This document is an AAIB Bulletin that provides a correction to previously published information regarding the Cessna 172S Skyhawk, specifically concerning the runway length at Sherlowe Airstrip. It details an incident involving the aircraft G-ENNK and corrects the runway length from 318 meters to 240 meters. Additionally, the bulletin includes critical performance data from the Cessna 172S Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) related to short-field takeoff requirements. This information is essential for pilots operating in similar conditions, ensuring they have accurate data for safe takeoff procedures.

• Correct runway length at Sherlowe Airstrip is 240 m, not 318 m.
• Minimum ground roll for short-field takeoff on dry paved surface is 186 m at 0ºC and 2,200 lb.
• Add 15% to ground roll for dry grass runway, resulting in 214 m minimum required.
• 12% safety margin exists for soft, damp runway conditions.