177 Cardinal RG — Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG

Fleet & certification
- Built
- 13
- Origin
- US
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C77R C77R | — | 1,200 kg | 480 nm | 144 kt | 4 |
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Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG manuals & documents
50 documents for the Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG — Supplemental Type Certificate · Weight And Balance · Training Manual · Service Bulletins · Type Certificate · Performance Data · Airworthiness Directives · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Specifications · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This Owner's Manual provides essential information for the operation and performance of the Reims-Cessna F177RG Cardinal and its variant, the Cardinal RG II. It is designed to assist pilots and owners in understanding the aircraft's systems, performance specifications, and operational procedures. The manual covers various aspects including preflight checks, emergency procedures, operating limitations, and care of the aircraft. It emphasizes the importance of familiarization with the aircraft's equipment and systems to ensure safe and efficient operation. Pilots are encouraged to read the manual thoroughly and refer to it frequently for optimal flying experience.
- Gross weight: 2800 lbs
- Top speed: 180 mph at sea level
- Cruise speed: 171 mph at 7000 ft
- Maximum range: 1210 miles at 10,000 ft
- Rate of climb: 925 fpm
- Service ceiling: 17,100 ft
- Fuel capacity: 60 gallons
Supplemental Type Certificate
Weight And Balance
Training Manual
Service Bulletins
- Single Engine SERVICE BULLETIN SEB-28-04202112 pages· 401 KB· via www.swiftfuelsavgas.com
- WINGS - MODEL 177 CARRY-THRU SPAR ONE-TIME CORROSION INSPECTION201920 pages· 1.8 MB· via www.asindt.com
- CESSNA 177 Aircraft Rev-020 SK4177-42A.DOC201613 pages· 501 KB· via skybolt.com
- Tornado Alley Turbo, Inc. TAT SB11-0720114 pages· 334 KB· via taturbo.com
Type Certificate
Performance Data
Airworthiness Directives
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Checklist
- Cessna 177 Prebuy Evaluation Checklist – Scope and Detail20245 pages· 152 KB· via www.savvyaviation.com
- The Cessna 177 and 177RG201980 pages· 9.0 MB· via www.cessnaflyer.org
- Checklist20181 pages· 274 KB· via wingsflightschool.com
- CHECKLISTS MARKED WITH THE THICK VERTICAL LINE ON THE LEFT SHOULD BE MEMORIZED20162 pages· 233 KB· via salt.aero
Flight Manual
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
- Rosen Sunvisor Systems PMM / IPC for Sunvisor Assembly (p/n R1180005-0)202316 pages· 2.4 MB· via www.gallagheraviationllc.com
- Systems Description for CESSNA 17720101 pages· 128 KB· via www.acornwelding.com
- Installation Instructions for Cessna 177 Cardinal Sunvisor System20054 pages· 153 KB· via www.aircraftspruce.com
- Tornado Alley Turbo, Inc. Turbonormalizing System Warranty19982 pages· 40 KB· via taturbo.com
Specifications
Other Documents
- SFY 2026 Cardinal Care Performance Withhold Program Methodology202616 pages· 713 KB· via www.dmas.virginia.gov
- Telehealth Services Supplement202422 pages· 271 KB· via www.dmas.virginia.gov
- Airworthiness Directive Schedule Aeroplanes Cessna 177 Series202311 pages· 196 KB· via www.aviation.govt.nz
- jitcARDINAr I Volume No. 1 - Policies & Procedures202315 pages· 227 KB· via www.doa.virginia.gov
- Instructional Manual2023126 pages· 2.5 MB· via connect.ncdot.gov
- Technical Specifications for Construction and Management of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities2020209 pages· 7.1 MB· via www.dni.gov
- AIRWORTHINESS BULLETIN AWB 53-011 Issue 1 – 12 Jul 201920197 pages· 566 KB· via www.casa.gov.au
- Cessna 177 Stabilator Balance Weight Arm - Bracket201212 pages· 1.3 MB· via www.casa.gov.au
- Report IN-031/2012201228 pages· 1.5 MB· via www.transportes.gob.es
- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE AD/CESSNA 177/820081 pages· 9 KB· via services.casa.gov.au
- AAIB Bulletin No: 6/200520058 pages· 331 KB· via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- AAIB Bulletin No: 4/200420044 pages· 139 KB· via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- AAIB Bulletin No: 10/200420041 pages· 70 KB· via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- AVIATION OCCURRENCE REPORT LOSS OF ENGINE POWER / STALL CESSNA 177 RG CARDINAL C-GWNW19966 pages· 22 KB· via www.tsb.gc.ca
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Registered 177 Cardinal RG aircraft
Individual 177 Cardinal RG airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
How many Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG are there?
13 Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG are on the worldwide civil registry. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG?
The Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG has a range of about 480 nautical miles.
How fast is the Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG?
The Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG cruises at around 144 knots.
What is the Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG's maximum take-off weight?
The Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG has a maximum take-off weight of 1,200 kg.
How many seats does the Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG have?
The Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG is typically configured for up to 4 occupants.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG?
The Cessna Aircraft Company 177 Cardinal RG uses ICAO type designator C77R.






