Cessna 172 Aircraft Exam
CESSNA 172S Skyhawk · Supplemental Type Certificate
Overview
This document is an exam for pilots training on the Cessna 172 aircraft, specifically focusing on the M, N, and P models. It includes a series of questions that cover general knowledge, limitations, normal procedures, performance, and airplane systems. The exam is designed to test the understanding of key operational aspects of the Cessna 172, including fuel capacity, weight limits, flap settings, and emergency procedures. Pilots are expected to refer to the appropriate manuals and supplemental type certificates to answer the questions accurately.
- Cessna 172P can hold 43 gallons of fuel with 40 gallons usable; long-range tanks hold 54 gallons with 50 gallons usable.
- Maximum takeoff weight for C-172P is 2550 lbs; maximum landing weight is 2100 lbs.
- Maximum flap extended speed (Vfe) for C-172P is 110 KIAS; never exceed speed (Vne) is 158 KIAS.
- Best glide speed for C-172P is 65 knots; stall warning horn activates 5-10 knots above stall.
- The C-172P has 2 spark plugs per cylinder and 2 engine-driven magnetos.
Document
Source
Originally published by usafasupport.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Supplemental Type Certificate
- Year
- 2024
- Pages
- 5
- File size
- 134 KB
- Publisher
- usafasupport.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Fuel capacity (gal)
- 43
- Max takeoff weight (lb)
- 2,550
Performance
- Best glide speed (kt)
- 65
V-speeds
- VFE
- 110
- VNE
- 158
Weight & balance
- Max landing weight (lb)
- 2,100
- Max takeoff weight (lb)
- 2,550
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In this document
General
This section includes questions about fuel capacity and weight limits for the Cessna 172 M, N, and P models. It highlights the differences in fuel capacity between standard and long-range tanks, as well as the maximum certified takeoff and landing weights for these models.
Limitations
This section addresses the maximum flap extended speeds (Vfe) and never exceed speeds (Vne) for the Cessna 172 M, N, and P models. It provides specific values for each model, emphasizing the operational limits that pilots must adhere to.
Normal Procedures
This section covers standard operating procedures after engine start, including oil pressure checks and mixture settings. It also discusses flap settings for takeoff and go-around procedures, as well as stall warning indicators.
Performance
This section focuses on the performance characteristics of the Cessna 172, including climb times, fuel usage, and glide speeds. It provides scenarios for pilots to calculate performance metrics based on given conditions.
Airplane Systems
This section examines the engine specifications, fuel flow mechanisms, and braking systems of the Cessna 172P. It includes details about spark plugs, fuel selector valves, and the hydraulic brake system.
Safety notes
- Always refer to the appropriate manuals for weight and balance information, especially after modifications.
- Ensure that flap settings do not exceed approved limits for takeoff.
Full document text
USAF Academy Flight Training Center Cessna 172 Aircraft Exam Updated February 2024 Instructions Complete the following exam using the answer sheet provided. Do not assume information not specifically provided in the questions. You will need the Cessna 172 M/N and P model Information Manuals and the Supplemental Type Certificate for Cessna 172 M model. Questions 1 - 25 are open book. The closed book exam (emergency procedures) will be on a separate answer sheet. I. General 1. A C-172 M aircraft with standard fuel tanks can hold _____ gallons of fuel. Total usable fuel is _____ gallons. Long-range tanks for this model can hold _____ gallons with a total usable fuel of _____ gallons. a. 43, 40 and 52, 50 b. 42, 38 and 52, 48 c. 42, 38 and 54, 50 d. 42, 40 and 52, 54 2. C-172N and P models with standard fuel tanks can hold _____ gallons of fuel. Total usable fuel is _____ gallons. Long-range tanks for these models can hold _____ gallons with a total usable fuel of _____ gallons. a. 42, 40 and 54, 50 b. 43, 40 and 52, 48 c. 43, 40 and 54, 50 d. 42, 44 and 54, 52 For Question 3 and 4 reference the appropriate aircraft’s metal binder Supplemental Type Certificate and updated weight and balance information. Our Aircraft are upgraded to 180hp engines, which changes the aircraft weight and balance from the POH. 3. The maximum certified takeoff and landing weight for the C-172 M/N/P in the normal category is _____ lbs. In the utility category, it is _____ lbs. a. 2550 / 2050 b. 2450 / 2050 c. 2300 / 2000 d. 2550 / 2100 4. Due to the 180hp Supplemental Type Certificate upgrade, the maximum flap travel has been reduced from ______̊ down to ______̊. a. 40 / 30 b. 45 / 35 c. 35 / 25 d. 30 / 20 II. Limitations 5. The maximum flap extended speed (Vfe) for the C-172 M & N is _____, while the P is _____. a. 85 KIAS / 100 KIAS b. 85 KIAS / 110 KIAS c. 85 mph / 100 mph d. 90 KIAS / 105 mph 6. The maximum flap extended speed (Vfe) with flaps 10°-30° for the C-172P is ___ kts. a. 110 KIAS b. 85 KIAS c. 95 KIAS d. 85 KCAS 7. Never Exceed Speed (Vne) in the C-172 N is _____, and in the C-172P is _____ kts. a. 128 KIAS / 158 KIAS b. 160 KIAS / 158 KIAS c. 160 KIAS / 127 KIAS d. 155 KIAS / 125 KIAS 8. Maximum Structural Cruising Speed (Vno) in the C-172M&N is _____, while in the C- 172P it is _____. a. 128 KIAS / 127 KIAS b. 140 KIAS / 127 KIAS c. 160 KIAS / 127 KIAS d. 155 KIAS / 125 KIAS 9. The demonstrated crosswind limit in C-172 aircraft is ____ kts. a. 10 b. 15 c. 18 d. 20 III. Normal Procedures 10. After starting the engine, the oil gage should show pressure within _____ seconds in the summer and within _____ seconds in very cold weather. a. 30 / 45 b. 30 / 60 c. 30 / 30 d. 60 / 90 11. The mixture in the C-172M/N/P should be leaned prior to takeoff from fields above _____ feet elevation. a. 7500 b. 6500 c. 3000 d. 2500 12. In balked landing (go-around) climb, reduce the flap setting to _____ immediately after full power is applied. a. 0° b. 20° c. 30° d. 10° 13. Flap settings greater than _____ are not approved for takeoff. a. 10° b. 20° c. 30° d. 40° 14. The stall warning horn sounds _____ kts above the stall in all configurations. a. 5 – 10 b. 0 – 5 c. 5 – 7 d. 8 15. If you enter a spin, the following recovery should be used: 1) Throttle – IDLE, Ailerons – NEUTRAL 2) Apply and hold full rudder opposite to the direction of rotation 3) Just after the rudder reaches the stop, move the control wheel briskly forward far enough to brake the stall 4) Hold these control inputs until rotation stops 5) As rotation stops, neutralize rudder, and make a smooth recovery from the resulting dive. a. True b. False 16. The best glide speed in the C-172M, N, or P is _____ knots. a. 70 b. 65 c. 68 d. 60 IV. Performance 17. The true airspeed (TAS) in Colorado is always _____ than the indicated airspeed (IAS). a. Lower b. Higher c. No different 18. To climb from the academy airfield to 9,500 feet MSL in a 2400lb C-172 P would take _____ minutes, with _____ gallons of fuel used, and distance of _____ NM traveled. Note: Don’t add fuel for taxi a. 10 / 1.5 / 11 b. 9.5 / 1.5 / 13 c. 8.0 / 1.8 / 12 d. 7.5 / 2.5 / 14 V. Airplane Systems 19. The engine in the C-172P has _____ spark plug(s) in each cylinder and _____ engine driven magneto(s). a. 1, 1 b. 1, 2 c. 2, 2 d. 2, 1 20. Fuel flows by _____ from the two wing tanks to a four-position selector valve in the C- 172M/N/P. a. Gravity b. an electric pump c. a hydraulic pump d. an aneroid mixture valve 21. The C172 braking system has a single-disc, hydraulically-actuated brake on each main landing gear wheel. Each brake is connected by a hydraulic line to a master cylinder attached to each of the pilot’s rudder pedals. a. True b. False 22. The C-172P model with: Standard fuel tanks can hold _____ U.S. gallons of fuel, Extended range fuel tanks hold _____ U.S. gallons. Total standard unusable fuel is _____ U.S. gallons, Total extended unusable fuel is _____ U.S. gallons. a. 53, 43, 4, 3 b. 43, 54, 3, 4 c. 54, 44, 2, 3 d. 43, 50, 4, 3 23. There are _____ points from which to drain fuel for the C-172P. a. 5 b. 8 c. 3 d. 15 24. The fuel shutoff valve is located _____ in the C-172P. a. on the floor between the pilots seats b. above and to the right of the fuel selector control c. below the primer d. under the pilot’s/left seat 25. What is the oil capacity of the C-172P models? a. 8 b. 10 c. 6 d. 7