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Cessna 177 Specifications

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This document provides detailed specifications for the Cessna 177, a light aircraft known for its performance and efficiency. It is intended for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and maintenance personnel who require precise data for operation and maintenance. The specifications include critical performance metrics, dimensions, weight limits, and operational capabilities, ensuring users have the necessary information for safe and effective flight operations. The document serves as a comprehensive reference for understanding the aircraft's capabilities and limitations.

  • Wingspan: 36 ft
  • Max Takeoff Weight: 2,400 lbs
  • Cruise Speed: 110 knots
  • Range: 600 nautical miles
  • Service Ceiling: 15,000 ft

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Specifications
Year
2024
Pages
2
File size
665 KB
Publisher
www.cardinalhealth.com

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Range (nm)
600
Engine (hp)
180
Height (ft)
8.83
Length (ft)
24.33
Wingspan (ft)
36
Engine model
Lycoming O-360
Empty weight (lb)
1,450
Fuel capacity (gal)
40
Rate of climb (fpm)
700
Service ceiling (ft)
15,000
Max takeoff weight (lb)
2,400

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb)
950
Max ramp weight (lb)
2,400
Baggage allowance (lb)
200
Basic empty weight (lb)
1,450
Max landing weight (lb)
2,400
Max takeoff weight (lb)
2,400
How rare is it?
578CESSNA 177 registered worldwide · 500 active

Common. One of the most common aircraft types we track.

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Aircraft Specifications

The Cessna 177 features a wingspan of 36 feet, a length of 24 feet 4 inches, and a height of 8 feet 10 inches. It has an empty weight of 1,450 lbs and a maximum takeoff weight of 2,400 lbs, with a fuel capacity of 40 gallons. The aircraft is powered by a Lycoming O-360 engine, producing 180 horsepower.

Performance Data

The Cessna 177 has a maximum speed of 130 knots and a cruise speed of 110 knots. It has a range of approximately 600 nautical miles and a service ceiling of 15,000 feet. The aircraft can achieve a rate of climb of 700 feet per minute.

Weight and Balance

The basic empty weight of the Cessna 177 is 1,450 lbs, with a maximum ramp weight of 2,400 lbs and a maximum landing weight of 2,400 lbs. The useful load is 950 lbs, and the baggage allowance is 200 lbs. The center of gravity (CG) range is from 36 to 46 inches.

V-Speeds

Key V-speeds for the Cessna 177 include: Vr (rotation speed) at 60 knots, Vx (best angle of climb) at 65 knots, Vy (best rate of climb) at 75 knots, Vso (stalling speed in landing configuration) at 50 knots, and Vne (never exceed speed) at 150 knots.

Safety notes

  • Ensure weight limits are not exceeded during flight operations.
  • Monitor fuel levels to avoid running out of fuel mid-flight.

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Type certificate, explained

What's in the CESSNA 177 TCDS

A Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) is the FAA's record of what an aircraft type was approved as. It is the source of truth for weights, seating, fuel and the rules the design was certified against. Expand any line to see what it means.

TCDS A13CERev 25· Issued 2007
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