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

Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 12, 2025

Ercoupe fans shouldnt feel slighted as this collapse happened across postwar general aviation. The name Ercoupe applies to the original ERCO-produced models, a few more produced by Univair, and an additional 200 or so created by Sanders Aviation. The Ercoupe was down but not out.

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Plane and Pilot

MARCH 26, 2025

According to reports from M-20C owners, the airplane can be expected to provide 140-145-knot cruise speeds. For a charmingly retro example of one of general aviations most efficient aircraft, this Mooney has a lot to offer its next owner.

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Clearance Knot Airplanes General Aviation 54

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Step-by-Step: How to Use the E6B for Time and Speed Calculations Calculating Time en Route Lets say were flying at a constant airspeed of 100 knots. That means itll take 24 minutes to fly 40 miles at 100 knots. That means our groundspeed was 90 knots. The weather station reports wind from 030 degrees at 20 knots.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

“As a professional pilot, I know our aviation sector would not be where it is today without a strong general aviation community.” Baker said the next step is to remove the remaining restraints on BasicMed operations, namely the 18,000 foot ceiling and 250 knot (indicated) speed limit.

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Ceiling Knot General Aviation Pilot 111

Flying Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

on Saturday in celebration of general aviation’s history. Courtesy: AOPA] The aircraft will be expected to fly at 90 knots at an altitude of 1,000 feet, ensuring they are visible from the ground. Dozens of aircraft are set to take to the sky over the National Mall in Washington, D.C.,

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Airplanes Air Traffic Control Knot General Aviation 105

Flying Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

The COA opens the ability for the company to perform what it terms “A-to-B flights” within the corridor’s general aviation airspace, allowing it to test aircraft range, among other things. The third-generation drone is built to carry up to 100 pounds of cargo over 600 sm (521 nm), cruising at 150 mph (130 knots).

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Designed for medium-haul trips, midsize jets typically have ranges of 2,000 to 3,500 nautical miles (3,700-6,480km), cruising speeds between 450 and 500 knots (833-926 km/h), and the ability to operate from smaller airports. These jets cater to a broad range of needs, making them a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 21, 2025

They also unlocked a new high-speed service, Global Priority , for $250/month, providing in-motion access at speeds up to 550 mph (478 knots). This, in theory, should work for most corporate jets, provided you can find a place to position the antenna. Is using Starlink satellite internet legal in my airplane?

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Pilot Airplanes Weather Knot 71

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Among the options available in the two-seat, 100 hp segment of general aviation, the majority come in the form of antiquated, 1940s-era taildraggers like Aeroncas and Luscombes or the trusty Cessna 150. gallons per hour.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

Another interesting model is the 172RG Cutlass RG, which features retractable landing gear and a more powerful Lycoming O-360-F1A6 engine, offering a cruise speed of 140 knots. However, the General Aviation Revitalization Act of 1994 paved the way for its return, and production resumed in 1996.

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Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

During takeoff, the Pilot Not Flying (PNF) calls out airspeed, usually at 80 knots, and the Pilot Flying (PF) verifies it matches their ASI. Even if your general aviation aircraft has only one system, calling out airspeed on takeoff ensures the pitot tube is working and uncovered.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

The latest version of the nonturbocharged SR22, the recently unveiled G7, boasts a top cruise speed of 181 knots, 1,169 nm range, and useful load of 1,326 pounds. Is there anything more iconic in general aviation than a little yellow Piper J-3 Cub? To be fair, the J-3 is also not going to win any awards for cabin comfort.

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Knot Pilot Cockpit Flight Deck 101

Flying Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

The history of general aviation will be on public display overhead in Washington, D.C., The aircraft will be expected to fly at 90 knots at an altitude of 1,000 feet, ensuring they are visible from the ground and online. “The goal is to get aviation outside of the airport fence lines,” Ginter said.

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Airplanes General Aviation Air Traffic Control Knot 69

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

It’s a bright sunny day, great visibility, some high stratus clouds, a bit windy maybe (050 at 10 knots gusting to 15 knots), and folks are wearing hoodies as the temperature is a brisk 38 degrees Fahrenheit. When flying alone, general aviation pilots should follow the same rules. The ramp isn’t busy at all.

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Flight Training Central

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

BasicMed expansion allows for six passengers (seven seats) in aircraft up to a maximum certificated takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds On May 16, 2024, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act (H.R. Title VIII of the Act (General Aviation) includes Section 828, “Expansion of BasicMed.”

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

But a review of the avionics data shows it was entered at the correct airspeed (placarded as between 104 and 165 knots), and the roll rate was constant. The listed entry airspeed range is 87 to 97 knots. The barrel roll, which started at 5,575 feet msl and 138 kias, was sloppy, mostly because he allowed the nose to fall.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

But a review of the avionics data shows it was entered at the correct airspeed (placarded as between 104 and 165 knots), and the roll rate was constant. The listed entry airspeed range is 87 to 97 knots. The barrel roll, which started at 5,575 feet msl and 138 kias, was sloppy, mostly because he allowed the nose to fall.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 13, 2024

Key Takeaways The Cirrus SR22 has evolved significantly since its certification in 2000, introducing key innovations like the Avidyne Entegra glass cockpit in 2003 and the turbocharged SR22 Turbo in 2006, which have set new standards in general aviation.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 12, 2024

Accordingly, parts availability and easily sourced maintenance expertise are virtually unmatched in the general aviation fleet. The included wheel pants offer a few additional knots of cruise speed along with good looks. To owners of less common types, these benefits are not insignificant.

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Stability Airplanes Knot General Aviation 67

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 19, 2024

About this time, the Bellanca Aircraft Company of Alexandria, Minnesota, was in the throes of financial distress, an unfortunately common occurrence for legacy general aviation companies of the period. Initial climb rate is around 1,200 feet per minute, and cruise speed is in the 170 knot range.

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ABEAM

JULY 5, 2024

Slowly is real slow : at around the Vy speed of 80 knots indicated ! No formation take-off allowed in Kortrijk but we soon settled in a loose formation, throttled back at 50% engine power yielding about 80 knots IAS. The ferry was split up in section of 6 to 8 hours nett flying in order to minimize the number of stops.

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This 172 had a flap extension speed of 85 knots, and my old Cessna 172’s limit was 100 mph, or 87 knots. Having researched the topic professionally, the real question for general aviation is not whether the approach should be stable, but how long the approach should be stable?

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key Takeaways Airports that fall under Class C designation handle general aviation and airline traffic. Class C airports’ speed limits require aircraft within 4 Nautical Miles (NM) of the primary airport and below 2500 feet to maintain an Indicated Airspeed (IAS) of 200 knots or less. Altitude and intentions (e.g.,

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Clearance Transponder Knot Indicated Airspeed 52

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

They are as follows: Category A: Less than 91 knots. Usually, this is small, light aircraft used in general aviation(single-engine airplanes). Category B: 91 knots to less than 121 knots. Category C: 121 knots to less than 141 knots. Category D: 41 knots to less than 166 knots.

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Approach Knot Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52

Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In order to shorten development time and save costs, the aircraft featured components of two closely related aircraft of the Beech Aircraft Company in Wichita, Kansas: the wings, ailerons, and landing gear of aBeech Bonanza general aviation aircraft and the tail assemblyof a Beech T-34 Mentor military trainer.

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AeroSavvy

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Airspeed indicators need air from a pitot tube and static air from a static port Small general aviation aircraft have airspeed indicators with air hoses connected directly to the pitot and static sources. V MO on the 767 is between 340-360 knots (depending on aircraft serial number).

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Pitot Tube Indicated Airspeed Knot Altimeter 52

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Take your ground speed in knots and divide it by two. So if your Vso is 50 knots, then aim to fly 70 knots. So if our stall speed was 50 knots, our approach speed would be 65 knots. In most general aviation aircraft, we tend to initiate the flare at 10 feet. For example: 80 kts/2 = 40. Good question.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

Keeping jet traffic safe alongside slower general aviation aircraft is harder still. This effectively limits traffic in Class B to 250 knots due to 14 CFR § 91.117(a). Traffic flying under a shelf or through a VFR corridor needs to stay below 200 knots. That’s a considerable detour for small general aviation aircraft.

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Clearance Ceiling Airspace Classes Transponder 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

We studied all of our options going into New York via general aviation. A 10-knot tailwind was also in our favor as the Cessna tracked around 150 knots over the ground. With a lot of enthusiasm and the reassuring help of ForeFlight, we discovered that it wasn’t only doable but looked like a lot of fun.

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Clearance Approach Knot Altimeter 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

We studied all of our options going into New York via general aviation. A 10-knot tailwind was also in our favor as the Cessna tracked around 150 knots over the ground. With a lot of enthusiasm and the reassuring help of ForeFlight, we discovered that it wasn’t only doable but looked like a lot of fun.

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Clearance Approach Knot Altimeter 52

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

A little over 20 years later, the term single-pilot resource management evolved from FAA/university research into the emerging generation of general aviation long-distance travel machines, such as the Cirrus SR22. CRM has gone on to become a staple of airline and military flight training.

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Weather Clearance Pilot Airplanes 92

Photographic Logbook

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

General Aviation to the rescue! Even slowed by a 25 knot headwind, the airplane still saved time. By car, our options included a late arrival Sunday night or a very early departure Monday morning. After leaving the theater, we stopped for a quick dinner and continued on to the Williamson Sodus Airport.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 3, 2024

One benefit of these aerodynamic tweaks is a vibration, or “initial buffet,” that is felt in the seat of the pants and flight controls, about 10-15 knots above stall speed. So back here in general aviation land, let’s take a look at where we might encounter unexpected stall conditions.

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Airplanes Approach Horizontal Stabilizer Pilot 85

Fullthrottle Aviation

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Maintain appropriate airspeed +0/-10 knots, and level off at a specified altitude ±100 feet. That being said, many small general aviation airplanes do not have a specific emergency descent procedure detailed in the POH/AFM. . • PA.IX.A.S3 PA.IX.A.S4 Complete the appropriate checklist.

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Descent Aeronautical Decision-Making Airplanes Turbulence 52

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

But a reputation for dishonest dealing spreads quickly in the relatively small world of general aviation. Because it can truly carry four adults at 140 knots, with extra high-elevation airport capability, selling prices have soared. Ask around before handing money to a seller you don’t know.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

This is a general aviation term that also applies to drone flight. LLWS Low-Level Wind Shear An LLWS is defined as a wind shear of 10 knots or more per 100 feet in a layer more than 200 feet thick which occurs within 2000 feet of the surface.

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