Pilot Institute
MAY 4, 2024
Aircraft Weight and Limitations An aircraft’s weight affects inertia and stopping distance. The POH lists landing distances for specific gross weights. Smaller aircraft may only have short field landing distances for maximum gross weight. The greater the mass of the aircraft, the longer the landing roll.
Airspeed Junkie
AUGUST 2, 2024
With a maximum takeoff weight of 2,400 pounds and a maximum gross weight that ensures stability, this aircraft is robust enough to handle a variety of flying conditions. The classic six-pack of flight instruments that pilots have relied on for decades remains a staple in the Cessna 172.
Pilot Institute
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) for your airplane will list V A , typically for maximum gross weight. Any airspeed above V A can cause the aircraft to be damaged when performing maneuvers. Maneuvering speed decreases as your airplane gets lighter.
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