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Cessna Skyhawk C172: Features, Performance, and Flight Experience

Airspeed Junkie

However, the General Aviation Revitalization Act of 1994 paved the way for its return, and production resumed in 1996. This legislation helped rejuvenate the general aviation market, and the Cessna 172 once again became a staple in flight schools and private ownership.

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How to Recover from Unusual Attitudes

Pilot Institute

One of the leading causes of fatal general aviation accidents is the loss of aircraft control. Increasing altitude – read from your altimeter. Decreasing altitude – read from your altimeter. Decreasing altitude – read from your altimeter. Use rudder to check balance.

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How to Make Perfect Steep Turns (Step-By-Step)

Pilot Institute

It’s as close to “evasive action” as you can get while flying a general aviation aircraft. Proper rudder use is required to counter adverse yaw to maintain coordinated flight. Apply the necessary rudder to maintain coordinated flight. Steep turns should be one of the most fun maneuvers pilots learn.

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