Cessna 172

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The Cessna 172 is undoubtedly one of the most common aircraft used in training. In fact it is the most popular single-engine aircraft ever produced.  A tough and reliable aircraft with predicable and  forgiving handling characteristics. 

Quick Facts: 

• Exterior Height: 8 ft 8 in
• Wing Span: 35 ft 8 in
• Length: 26 ft 9 in

• Cabin Volume: 55 cu ft
• Internal Baggage: 30 cu ft

• Crew: 1
• Passengers: 3

• Max T/O Weight: 2400 Lb
• Max Landing Weight: 2400 Lb
• Operating Weight: 1666 Lb
• Empty Weight: 1454 Lb
• Fuel Capacity: 42 gal Lb
• Payload W/Full Fuel: 369 Lb
• Max Payload: 741 Lb

• Rate of Climb: 700 fpm
• Max Speed: 123 kts
• Normal Cruise: 111 kts
• Economy Cruise: 95 kts

• Engines: 1
• Engine Mfg: Lycoming
• Engine Model: O-320-D2J

• Normal Range: 140 nm
• Max Range: 730 nm
• Service Ceiling: 13000 ft