The Cessna 172M Skyhawk is a version of the popular Cessna 172 training aircraft, manufactured between 1973 and 1976. Equipped with a 150 HP Lycoming O-320-E2D engine.
The Cessna 172P is a variant of the iconic Cessna 172 Skyhawk, recognized globally as one of the most popular flight training aircraft ever built. Manufactured between 1981 and 1986, the P model is distinguished by its 160 HP Lycoming O-320-D2J engine and an increase in maximum gross weight
The Cessna 172M Skyhawk is a version of the popular Cessna 172 training aircraft, manufactured between 1973 and 1976. Equipped with a 150 HP Lycoming O-320-E2D engine, the M model introduced improvements such as the “drooped” wing leading edge for improved low-speed handling, marketed as the “camber-lift” wing. It is a single-engine, high-wing aircraft with fixed landing gear, widely used for pilot training due to its stable and forgiving flight characteristics. The 172M maintains the reputation for reliability and ease of operation that has made the Cessna 172 the most produced aircraft in aviation history.
Technical Data Sheet: Cessna 172M
Lycoming O-320-E2D
140 mph (225 km/h) or 144 mph (232 km/h) for Skyhawk
The Cessna 172P is a variant of the iconic Cessna 172 Skyhawk, recognized globally as one of the most popular flight training aircraft ever built. Manufactured between 1981 and 1986, the P model is distinguished by its 160 HP Lycoming O-320-D2J engine and an increase in maximum gross weight. It is a single-engine, high-wing aircraft with fixed tricycle landing gear, known for its robust design, reliable operation, and docile flight characteristics, making it an ideal platform for both ab initio pilot training and private pilots. Its durable design and the sheer number of aircraft produced over the years have cemented its status as a cornerstone in flight training worldwide
Technical Data Sheet: Cessna 172P
2400 lbs (1089 kg)
Approximately 440 nautical miles (815 km) with 40 gallons usable at 75% power at 8000 ft