The Cessna 172 is a high wing, single-engine, four seat, tricycle gear airplane. The Cessna 172 is the trainer of choice for most flight schools all over the world. More Cessna 172’s have been produced than any other aircraft in history and they are amongst the most stable platforms for flight training.
| *SPEED: | ||
| Maximum at Sea Level | 125 KNOTS | |
| Cruise, 75% Power at 8000 Ft | 122 KNOTS | |
| Vne (Never Exceed Speed) | 158 KIAS | |
| Vno (Max. Structural Cruising) | 127 KIAS | |
| Cruise: | ||
| 75% Power at 8000 Feet | ||
| 40 Gallons Usable Fuel | Range: 455 NM / Time: 3.8 HRS | |
| 50 Gallons Usable Fuel | Range: 600 NM / Time: 5.0 HRS | |
| Max. Range at 10,000 Feet | ||
| 40 Gallons Usable Fuel | Range: 575 NM / Time: 6.1 HRS | |
| 50 Gallons Usable Fuel | Range: 750 NM / Time: 7.9 HRS | |
| Rate of Climb at Sea Level: | 775 FPM | |
| Service Ceiling: | 14,200 Feet | |
| Takeoff Performance: | ||
| Ground Roll | 775 Feet | |
| Total Dist. over 50-FT Obstacle | 1390 Feet | |
| Landing Performance: | ||
| Ground Roll | 520 Feet | |
| Total Dist. over 50-FT Obstacle | 1250 Feet | |
| Stall Speed (KCAS): | ||
| Flaps Up, Power Off | 50 Knots | |
| Flaps Down, Power Off | 44 Knots | |
| Maximum Weight: | ||
| Normal Category | 2307 Pounds | |
| Utility Category | 2300 Pounds | |
| Standard Empty Weight: | ||
| Skyhawk | 1403 LBS | |
| Skyhawk II | 1430 LBS | |
| Maximum Useful Load: | ||
| Skyhawk | 904 LBS (normal) / 607 (utility) | |
| Skyhawk II | 877 LBS (normal) / 581 (utility) | |
| Baggage Allowance: | 120 Pounds | |
| Wing Loading: | 13.2 Pounds/Sq.Ft. | |
| Power Loading: | 14.4 Pounds/HP | |
| Fuel Capacity (Total): | ||
| Standard Tanks | 43 Gallons / 40 Gallons useable | |
| Long Range Tanks | 54 Gallons / 50 Gallons useable | |
| Oil Capacity: | 6 Quarts (sump) | |
| Engine: | Avco Lycoming O-320-H2AD / 160 BHP at 2700 RPM | |
| Propeller: | 75 Inch (diameter) / Fixed Pitch | |
| Electrical System: | 28-Volt with Alternator; Avionics Master Switch | |
| Wingspan: | 36 Feet |
Rates are subject to change.
