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. Weight and Load Weight is one of the primary factors affecting the Cessna 172s speed.

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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

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

But I have maintained 5000 feet at 6000 pounds gross weight,” notes Ross. From the pilot’s seat it cruises near effortlessly and handles nimbly on land or water with a great combination of stability and modest control pressures. Just recognizable in the background is a horizontal stabilizer and one-piece elevator.

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Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 80

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 16, 2024

General aviation is driven by myriad forces. The previous CTs had a stabilator for pitch, where the new F2 uses a more conventional elevator and fixed horizontal stabilizer. With the F2, the rudder and vertical stabilizer are changed, with the rudder becoming a much smaller surface than before. 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 98