Cessna 1975 172 Skyhawk

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Key Takeaways:

  • The article provides detailed specifications for the 1975 Cessna 172 Skyhawk, highlighting its 150 HP Lycoming O-320 engine and four-seat capacity.
  • Key operational characteristics include a 930 lbs useful load, 38 gallons of fuel, fixed tricycle landing gear, and an estimated endurance of 6 hours at 65% power.
  • Performance metrics detail a cruise speed of 115-120 knots, a maximum range of 600-640 nautical miles, a service ceiling of 13,100 feet, and efficient fuel consumption of 6.8-8.0 gph.
  • The aircraft also features a best rate of climb of 645 fpm and relatively short takeoff (865 ft) and landing (520 ft) ground rolls.
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cessna 1975 172 skyhawk
Engine make/model: Lyc. 0-320
Horsepower: 150
TBO hrs.: 2000
Propeller: Const. spd.
Landing gear type: Tri/Fixed
Gross weight (lbs.): 2300
Empty weight, std. (lbs.): 1370
Useful load, std. (lbs.): 930
Fuel (gals.): 38
Wingspan: 35 ft. 10 in.
Overall length: 26 ft. 11 in.
Height: 8 ft. 10 in.
Wing area (sq. ft.): 174
Seating capacity: 4
Cabin width (in.): 39.5
Cabin height (in.): 48
Baggage capacity (lbs.): 120
PERFORMANCE
Cruise speed (kts.):
75% power: 120
65% power: 115
Max range (w/ reserve) (nm):
75% power: 600
65% power: 640
Fuel consumption (gph):
75% power: 8.0
65% power: 6.8
Estimated endurance (65% power with 1-hr. reserve): 6 hrs.
Stall speed (gear, flaps down) (knots): 43
Best rate of climb (fpm): 645
Service ceiling (ft.): 13,100
Takeoff ground roll (ft.): 865
Landing ground roll (ft.): 520

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