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What is the horsepower rating of the Cessna 172N's engine?
What is the horsepower rating of the Cessna 172N's engine?
What is the maximum useful load capacity of the Cessna 172N?
What is the maximum useful load capacity of the Cessna 172N?
What is the maximum takeoff weight of the Cessna 172N?
What is the maximum takeoff weight of the Cessna 172N?
What is the rate of climb at sea level for the Cessna 172N?
What is the rate of climb at sea level for the Cessna 172N?
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Which fuel type is NOT compatible with the Cessna 172N?
Which fuel type is NOT compatible with the Cessna 172N?
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What is the stall speed with flaps down and power off for the Cessna 172N?
What is the stall speed with flaps down and power off for the Cessna 172N?
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What is the wingspan of the Cessna 172N?
What is the wingspan of the Cessna 172N?
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Which of the following is the red line airspeed for the Cessna 172N?
Which of the following is the red line airspeed for the Cessna 172N?
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What is the minimum acceptable oil pressure during normal operation?
What is the minimum acceptable oil pressure during normal operation?
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What is the first step in the emergency procedure for an engine failure immediately after takeoff?
What is the first step in the emergency procedure for an engine failure immediately after takeoff?
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During an engine fire in flight, which action is NOT required?
During an engine fire in flight, which action is NOT required?
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What is the correct airspeed for an emergency landing without engine power?
What is the correct airspeed for an emergency landing without engine power?
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Which flight load factor is experienced with flaps extended?
Which flight load factor is experienced with flaps extended?
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What should be done first in case of an electrical fire in flight?
What should be done first in case of an electrical fire in flight?
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What is the appropriate action for a wing fire?
What is the appropriate action for a wing fire?
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Which action is NOT part of the procedure for engine failure during flight?
Which action is NOT part of the procedure for engine failure during flight?
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Study Notes
Cessna 172N Specifications
- Engine: Avco Lycoming O-320-H2AD, normally aspirated, direct drive, air-cooled, horizontally opposed, four-cylinder engine with 320 cubic inch displacement
- Horsepower: 160 rated BHP at 2700 RPM
- Propeller: McCauley 1C160/DTM7557, 2-bladed, fixed pitch alloy, 74-75 inches in diameter
- Fuel: Avgas 100LL (blue) or Avgas 100 (green)
- Fuel Capacity: 40 usable gallons; 8 gallons per hour
- Oil: 8 quarts
Cessna 172N Dimensions
- Propeller Ground Clearance: 11.75 inches
- Minimum Ground Steering Radius: 27 feet, 5.5 inches
- Wingspan: 36 feet
- Height: 8 feet, 9.5 inches
- Length: 26 feet, 11 inches
- Horizontal Stabilizer: 11 feet, 4 inches
- Wing Surface Area: 174 square feet
- Track: 8 feet, 4.5 inches
- Wheel Base: 65 inches
- Tire Pressure (Nose): 31 psi
- Tire Pressure (Main): 29 psi
Cessna 172N Weights
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2300 lbs (1043.1 kg)
- Maximum Landing Weight: 2300 lbs (1043.1 kg)
- Baggage Area 1: 120 lbs (54.4 kg)
- Baggage Area 2: 50 lbs (22.7 kg)
- Maximum weight on the baggage area should not exceed 120 lb
- Standard Empty Weight: 1393 lbs (631.7 kg)
- Maximum Useful Load: 907 lbs (411.3 kg)
Cessna 172N Speeds
- VA: 97 knots (Chandelles & Lazy Eights: 105 knots / Steep Turn: 95 knots)
- VFE: 85 knots
- VNO: 128 knots
- VNE: 160 knots
- VS1: 47 knots
- VSO: 41 knots
- VX: 59 knots
- VY: 73 knots
- VR: 55 knots
Cessna 172N Additional Specifications
- Maximum Windows Open Speed: 160 knots
- Stall Speed (Flaps Up, Power Off): 50 knots
- Stall Speed (Flaps Down, Power Off): 44 knots
- Crosswind Component: 15 knots
Emergency Procedures (Engine Failure)
- Immediately After Take-off: Airspeed 65 knots, Mixture Idle Cut-off, Fuel Selector Valve Off, Ignition Off, Wing Flaps as required, Master Switch Off
- During Flight: Airspeed 65 knots, Carb Heat On, Fuel Selector Valve On, Mixture Rich, Ignition both (if engine stopped), turn on start, Primer in, and locked
Emergency Procedures (Engine Failure with No Power)
- Airspeed: 65 Knots
- Mixture: Idle Cut-off
- Fuel Selector Valve: Off
- Ignition: Off
- Wing Flaps: As required
- Master Switch: Off
Emergency Procedures (Fire)
- Engine Fire in Flight: Mixture Idle Cut-Off, Fuel Selector Valve Off, Master Switch Off, Cabin Heat and Air Off, Airspeed 100 Knots, Force Landing Execute
- Electrical Fire in Flight: Master Switch Off, Avionics Power Switch Off, All other switches except Ignition off, Vents, Cabin Air, Heat: Closed, Fire Extinguisher Activate (if available) if fire appears out, Master Switch On
- Cabin Fire: Master Switch Off, Vents/Cabin Air/Heat Off, Fire Extinguisher Activate, *WARNING After discharging an extinguisher in a closed cabin, ventilate the cabin
- Wing Fire: Navigation Lights Off, Strobe Light Off, Pitot Heat Off, (Perform a side slip to keep flames away from fuel tank and cabin - Land as soon as possible with flaps retracted)
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Test your knowledge on the specifications, dimensions, and weights of the Cessna 172N, a popular light aircraft. This quiz covers key details about engine type, fuel capacity, and physical dimensions. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and students alike!
