What is the unit of measurement of the fuel for fuel quantity for the C 172S?
In general aviation, fuel is ordered in gallons. Fuel capacity is stated in gallons, and the fuel burn of a Cessna 172 is eight gallons an hour.
What type of brakes does the C 172S NAV III have?
The airplane has a single-disc, hydraulically actuated brake on each main landing gear wheel.
What is the glide ratio of a Cessna 172S?
We powered pilots often call this Vg or Vbg. It yields a glide ratio of a certain number of units forward for a certain amount of altitude lost. A Cessna 172 might glide at 8:1, so it could go 8000 feet forward for each 1000 feet it lost at a Vg of 65 knots indicated (KIAS).
What type of fuel does Cessna 172 used?
Owners and operators of Cessna 172 Skyhawk, 182 Skylane can utilize 91-octane unleaded (91UL), 94UL or 100VLL (very low lead) fuel in their aircraft wherever it is available.
How do I check fuel on 172?
Know exactly how much usable fuel you have on board. Simply insert gauge into each tank until it touches bottom. Place finger firmly over top opening and remove to read fuel quantity from the gauge. Cessna gauges are pre-calibrated.
What is the best glide speed for a Cessna 172?
65 KIAS
Speeds
| BEST GLIDE SPEED | 65 KIAS | |
|---|---|---|
| Rotate Speed | Vr | 55 KIAS |
| Best Angle of Climb | Vx | 60 KIAS |
| Best Rate of Climb | Vy | 76 KIAS |
| Maneuvering Speed | Va | 82 KIAS |
What is the best glide speed for a Cessna 172s?
How far can a 172 glide?
Most GA airplanes, whether they’re a Cessna 172, or a Cirrus SR-22, glide about 1 1/2 miles for every 1,000′ of altitude. So for example, if you’re 4,000′ above the ground, you’ll be able to glide about 6 nautical miles before your wheels are on the ground.
What are the Cessna 172’s normal procedures?
CESSNA SECTION 4 MODEL 172S NAV III NORMAL PROCEDURES GFC 700 AFCS U.S. ENROUTE CLIMB 1. Airspeed – 70 – 85 KIAS 2. Throttle Control – FULL (push full in) 3. Mixture Control – RICH (above 3000 feet pressure altitude, lean for maximum RPM) NOTE
What are the serials for the Cessna 172?
Serials 172S10468, 172S10507, 172S10640 and 172S10656 and On THIS MANUAL INCORPORATES INFORMATION ISSUED IN THE PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL AT ORIGINAL ISSUE, DATED 20 DECEMBER 2007 (PART NUMBER 172SPHBUS-00). COPYRIGHT © 2007 CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY WICHITA, KANSAS USA 172SIMBUS-00
What type of exhaust system does a Cessna 172 have?
CESSNA SECTION 7 MODEL 172S NAV III AIRPLANE AND SYSTEM DESCRIPTION GFC 700 AFCS U.S. ENGINE(Continued) EXHAUST SYSTEM Exhaust gas from each cylinder passes through a riser assembly to a common muffler, located below the engine, and then overboard through a single tailpipe.
What is S3-12 172sphbus?
S3-12 172SPHBUS-S3-00 U.S. CESSNA MODEL 172S NAV III AVIONICS OPTION – GFC 700 AFCS Serials 172S10648, 172S10507, 172S10640 and 172S10656 and On SUPPLEMENT 4 WINTERIZATION KIT This supplement must be inserted into Section 9 of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual when the Winterization Kit is installed. SERIAL NO.
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