Oct 25, 2021 · Hello everyone, In my search for a new VFR plane, I’ve come across a 1959 Cessna 172. Here are some key details: • Aircraft total time: 5,745 hours • Engine: Rolls …

What can be said about the Cessna 172? It's the reason the word "venerable" came into use. First manufactured in 1956, the descendant of the 170 model took the general aviation world by …

Oct 9, 2004 · Re: Modification index for Cessna 172 I see you listed the Wing-X extensions for the 172. You may want to make a note that this is a Canadian STC and not approved in the …

Mar 19, 2017 · The 177 weighs a little more than a 172 with similar engine, but response in turbulence is about the same. 177 has a stabilator, and it is a bit less stable in pitch. The 177, …

Aug 21, 2018 · Re: Straight tail 172/150 If you aren't planning on converting it to a TW, the first couple of years with the swept tail are essentially the same as the straight tailed 172's. Manual …

Jul 13, 2011 · If I were looking to buy a plane as a first time buyer and was looking at Cessna 172 or a Piper Cherokee, what would be the pros and cons of the two planes? I've attempted to …

Feb 25, 2018 · Re: Which STOL mod for C-172 I’ve had the pleasure to fly a 172 with an o-360, constant speed, sportsman and wing extensions installed. I’m surprised no one has mentioned …

Oct 10, 2021 · Re: Cessna 172 flap wobble I would lower to flaps 40 then push up on each flap, perhaps by holding the other flap down, and try to find if there is a soft area in the structure. …

Jun 16, 2015 · Re: Cessna 172 engine conversions The Continental IO-360 STC is by far the most expensive and labor intensive to install. Before you call, grab your wallet with both …

Dec 16, 2012 · Cap'n Ron, I think the likelihood of flying a Piper more so than a Cessna later on is higher, but at the same time the 172 is more plentiful around here and if the transition b/t the …