The story
The Cessna 175 Skylark was a 172 with a geared engine promising more power. The gearbox demanded respect owners didn't always give it, and the model became aviation's lesson in reading the manual.
The Skylark's geared GO-300 engine spins its propeller slower than the engine itself — rare in light aircraft.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Cessna 175 Skylark?
Nearly identical to an early straight-tail Cessna 172. Listen for the giveaway: the geared engine turns the propeller noticeably slower than a 172's.
How fast is the Cessna 175 Skylark?
Top speed is 130 kts.
How many passengers does the Cessna 175 Skylark carry?
Up to 3. A typical layout is 1 pilot + 3 passengers.
How far can the Cessna 175 Skylark fly?
Range is about 626 nmi.
How big is the Cessna 175 Skylark?
It is 26 ft 6 in long and 36 ft 2 in across the wings.
When did the Cessna 175 Skylark first fly?
Its first flight was in 1956.
How many Cessna 175 Skylarks have been built?
2,108 built.
How rare is a Cessna 175 Skylark in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Cessna 175 Skylark catch is worth 25 points.
