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Cessna Aircraft Company 172P Skyhawk
C172
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Year
0
Owner
Cessna Aircraft Company
Last seen
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MTOW
1,100 kg
Range
580 nm
Seats
4
172P Skyhawkhover
Cessna Aircraft Company · 172P Skyhawk
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Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
119
Origin
US
Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
C172
C172
1,100 kg580 nm114 kt4
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Cessna Aircraft Company 172P Skyhawk manuals & documents

4 documents on Sprinkle — POH, checklist, flight manual and related references. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview · CESSNA 172 Aircraft Rev-022 SK4172-42A.DOC · 2016

This document is a service bulletin for the Cessna 172 aircraft, specifically detailing the installation of the Skybolt SK2003-42 Gen IV Platemount Conversion Kit. The bulletin addresses issues related to the cowling fastener system, aiming to replace a light-duty fastener system with a heavy-duty alternative. It provides step-by-step instructions for the installation process, including necessary tools and precautions to ensure proper alignment and functionality. The document is intended for maintenance personnel and aircraft owners looking to improve the durability and reliability of their Cessna 172 cowlings. It emphasizes the importance of following the outlined procedures to avoid costly mistakes and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

  • The Skybolt SK2003-42 conversion kit is designed for Cessna 172 aircraft to enhance cowling fastener reliability.
  • Installation typically requires 9.5 to 10 hours of labor, depending on the specific aircraft condition.
  • Alignment of the engine mounts is critical; deviations greater than 5 degrees can lead to mount failures.
  • The allowable gap between the aft cowling skin and fuselage skin is 0.03 to 0.25 inches, with 0.12 inches preferred.
  • Proper documentation, including filing Form 337 with the FAA, is required after installation.

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