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Cessna 172
(VH-MIS)
The General Aviation Workhorse
The Cessna 172 is one of the most popular aircraft ever made, with over 43,000 being produced to date. They are used primarily for training and/or private use, dating from 1955 to today, where they are still in production.
The NQAC operates three Cessna 172s, both N and M models. They are almost identical to one another, and specifications are given below.
General Characteristics
Seating Capacity:
1 Pilot & 3 Passengers
Length:
8.28m
Height:
2.72m
Wingspan:
11.0m
Basic Empty Weight:
706kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight:
1088kg
Useful Load:
363kg
Endorsements:
IFR & Night VFR
Performance Characteristics
Engine:
Lycoming O-320-D2J
Horsepower:
160BHP @ 2700 RPM
Cylinders:
Four
Propeller:
2 Blade Senesich Fixed Pitch
Take-off Safety Speed:
62 knots
Vx (Best Angle of Climb):
59 knots
Vy (Best Rate of Climb):
75 knots
Vso (Stall Speed Clean):
48 knots
Cruise Speed:
110 knots
Service Ceiling:
13,500 feet
Fuel Burn:
32 litres / hour
Fuel Capacity:
151 litres
Fuel Type:
Aviation Gasoline 100LL
Maximum Range:
700 Nautical Miles
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