The story
The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is the most produced aircraft in history. If someone has a pilot's license, there's a good chance they flew one of these first. It's slow, it's simple, and it's perfect.
Over 44,000 Cessna 172s have been built since 1956 — more than any other aircraft in history.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Cessna 172 Skyhawk?
High-wing, fixed tricycle gear. The most common airplane at any small airport. If it has a student pilot sign, smile.
What does a Cessna 172 Skyhawk sound like?
Lycoming flat-four — a buzzy, lawnmower-like drone that means someone is learning to fly.
How fast is the Cessna 172 Skyhawk?
Top speed is 124 kts.
How many passengers does the Cessna 172 Skyhawk carry?
Up to 3. A typical layout is 1 pilot + 3 passengers.
How far can the Cessna 172 Skyhawk fly?
Range is about 640 nmi.
How big is the Cessna 172 Skyhawk?
It is 27 ft 2 in long and 36 ft 1 in across the wings.
When did the Cessna 172 Skyhawk first fly?
Its first flight was in 1955.
How many Cessna 172 Skyhawks have been built?
44,000+ built.
How rare is a Cessna 172 Skyhawk in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Cessna 172 Skyhawk catch is worth 25 points.
