Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is one of the most iconic aircraft in general aviation. First introduced in 1955, the Cessna 172 quickly became a favorite among flight schools, private pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. Maximum Speed The maximum speed of a Cessna 172 is approximately 140 knots, or about 160 miles per hour.

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Knot General Aviation Weather Gross Weight 52

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. However, the General Aviation Revitalization Act of 1994 paved the way for its return, and production resumed in 1996.

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Knot Cockpit Pilot Gross Weight 98

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

It’s as close to “evasive action” as you can get while flying a general aviation aircraft. The Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) for your airplane will list V A , typically for maximum gross weight. Steep turns should be one of the most fun maneuvers pilots learn. Commercial Pilot ACS Skills Standards 1.

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Lift Aileron Drag Pilot 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

We routinely taxi at 1200 rpm due to the low spray…[we] can cruise at 10 knots” in displacement mode, something a Goose can’t do. Early on a speed restriction of 130 knots was applied as a flutter issue. This was resolved on the kit version and led to cruising at 50% power and 120 knots, which proved to be the Gweduck’s sweet spot.

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Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 80

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 16, 2024

General aviation is driven by myriad forces. Flight Design rates the F2 with the same 16-knot demonstrated crosswind component as the previous CTs. Max Gross Weight: 1,320 lbs. Empty Weight: 840 lbs. Stall Speed, Flaps Down: 39 knots Takeoff Distance: 460 ft. Well see about that. Wing Area: 121.6

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Airplanes Rudder Aileron Crosswind 98

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

said the company is the world’s largest privately owned aircraft manufacturer and was the number 1 seller of single-engine piston planes in the first quarter of 2024, according to the General Aviation Manufacturing Association (GAMA) figures. Maximum Gross Weight: 1,587 lbs. Empty Weight, Standard: 959 lbs.

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Knot Airplanes Rudder Gross Weight 97