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Cessna Skyhawk
- Overview
- Avionics
- Specifications
- Maximum Range
640 nm
- Maximum Cruise Speed
124 ktas
- Maximum Occupants
4
- Useful Load
878 lb
- Takeoff Ground Roll
960 ft
The Ultimate Training Aircraft
Nothing is more liberating than learning to fly. The Cessna® Skyhawk® piston is the most popular single-engine aircraft ever built and has achieved a reputation for being the ultimate training aircraft.
With simplistic flight characteristics, great visibility and a sophisticated glass co*ckpit outfitted with Garmin® G1000® avionics, the Cessna® Skyhawk® piston boasts a slow landing speed and a lenient stall. These characteristics make it a flight training favorite ideally suited for student pilots and it’s perfectly designed to help you soar.
Now with new interiors, these adventurous pistons provide you style and comfort, while emphasizing durability.
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Journey
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WINGS DESIGNED FOR THE STUDENT
High wing design offers better visibility and stability as well as greater ground clearance, making it optimal for student pilots.
ENHANCED VISIBILITY
LED landing and recognition lights offer enhanced visibility and strong illumination for night flying.
EASY ACCESS
Two large cabin doors allow for convenient entry and loading for student and instructor.
BUILT FOR TRAINING
Ideal for entry-level landings, the Skyhawk® piston features a sturdy tricycle landing system and a resilient airframe.
ECONOMICAL POWER
A horizontally opposed, air-cooled, four-cylinder fuel-injected Lycoming® engine provides 180-horsepower. This steadfast engine pairs economy with convenience, making it one of the most reliable piston engines ever built.
Special Missions
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Interior
The Cessna® Skyhawk® piston is ideally designed for instructors, students and observers alike. With seats wrapped in durable Luxor 2, large wraparound windows, soft LED lighting throughout the cabin and co*ckpit dual USB ports, every lesson is enjoyed in comfort.
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Durability, versatility and functionality makes Skyhawk® the ideal trainer aircraft.
Improved Convenience
New features include optional integrated air conditioning, USB power outlets and 6-pin powered headset plugs at each seat location.
Avionics
Advanced Display Technology
The Skyhawk® piston is powered by the latest technology in integrated co*ckpit avionics, the Garmin® G1000® NXi. The new Garmin® GI 275 electronic standby lets you keep the classic look of your standby instruments while upgrading to a modern, sleek glass touchscreen display.
- Standard Features
- Optional Features
- ADS-B out and in
- Integrated VFR sectional charts
- IFR high and low charts with Night Mode
- COM frequency decoding
- Vertical Situation Display
- Selectable visual approaches
- Wireless database and flight plan loading
- Angle of Attack indicator
- Simplified maintenance
- Garmin® GFC - 700 Autopilot featuring Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP)
- Garmin® Under Speed Protection (USP)
- Garmin® Connext Satellite Iridium
- Surface Watch for runway safety
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Specifications
- Length
- Height
- Wingspan
Length
Height
Wingspan
Dimensions
| Length | 27 ft 2 in (8.3 m) |
| Height | 8 ft 11 in (2.7 m) |
| Wingspan | 36 ft 1 in (11.00 m) |
| Wing Area | 174 sq ft (16.17 sq m) |
Cabin Interior
| Height | 48 in (1.2 m) |
| Width | 40 in (1.00 m) |
| Length | 11 ft 10 in (3.6 m) |
| Maximum Occupants | 4 |
Baggage Capacity
| Weight | 120 lb (54 kg) |
| Volume | 30 cu ft (0.85 cu m) |
Weights
| Maximum Ramp Weight | 2,558 lb (1,160 kg) |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight | 2,550 lb (1,157 kg) |
| Maximum Landing Weight | 2,550 lb (1,157 kg) |
| Usable Fuel Weight | 318 lb (144 kg) |
| Usable Fuel Volume | 53 gal (201 l) |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,680 lb (762 kg) |
| Useful Load | 878 lb (398 kg) |
| Maximum Payload | 870 lb (395 kg) |
| Full Fuel Payload | 560 lb (254 kg) |
Performance
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 124 ktas (230 km/h) |
| Maximum Range | 640 nm (1,185 km) |
| Takeoff Distance | 1,630 ft (497 m) |
| Ground Roll | 960 ft (293 m) |
| Landing Distance | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Ground Roll | 575 ft (175 m) |
| Service Ceiling | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) |
| Maximum Climb Rate | 730 fpm (223 mpm) |
| Maximum Limit Speed | 163 kias (302 km/h) |
| Stall Speed | 48 kcas (89 km/h) |
Powerplant
| Manufacturer | Lycoming |
| Model | IO-360-L2A |
| Power Output | 180 hp (180 hp) |
| Propeller Manufacturer | McCauley |
| Description | 2 blade metal, fixed pitch |
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