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172C Skyhawk — Cessna Aircraft Company 172C Skyhawk

Cessna Aircraft Company 172C Skyhawk
C172
Photo: André Gerwing · CC BY-SA 4.0
Year
Owner
Cessna Aircraft Company
Last seen
MTOW
1,100 kg
Range
580 nm
Seats
4
172C Skyhawkhover
Cessna Aircraft Company · 172C Skyhawk
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Built
21
Origin
US
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VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
C172
C172
1,100 kg580 nm114 kt4
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Cessna Aircraft Company 172C Skyhawk manuals & documents

30 documents for the Cessna Aircraft Company 172C Skyhawk Type Certificate · Service Bulletins · Supplemental Type Certificate · Avionics Manual · Airworthiness Directives · Weight And Balance · V Speeds Reference · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Aircraft Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Training Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Specifications · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk Pilot's Operating Handbook · 1976

This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) is designed for the Cessna 172 Skyhawk, providing essential information for pilots regarding the operation, performance, and maintenance of the aircraft. It includes detailed descriptions of the aircraft's systems, operating procedures, and performance specifications. The manual serves as a comprehensive guide for both new and experienced pilots, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. It emphasizes the importance of familiarization with the aircraft's equipment and systems, and encourages regular reference to the manual for optimal flying experience.

  • Total usable fuel capacity is 38 gallons for standard tanks and 48 gallons for optional long-range tanks.
  • Rate of climb at sea level is approximately 645 feet per minute.
  • Service ceiling is 13,100 feet.
  • Stall speed with flaps up is 57 knots, and with flaps down is 49 knots.
  • Maximum takeoff weight is 2,300 pounds.

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