Cessna 172 Skyhawk

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Registration OO-VCR indicates Belgian civil registration.

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Aviation History

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is the most produced aircraft in history and is widely used for flight training and general aviation.

Fleet Rarity

Very common; well over 44,000 produced and many still active worldwide.

Record Flights

No major record flights, but it is renowned for reliability and ubiquity in training.

Safety & Events

The model is known for a remarkable safety record, and many have been used in institutions for primary pilot training for decades.

Future Outlook

Large numbers remain in active service, with older models also still flying.

Lycoming O-320

Engine

11.0 meters

Wingspan

8.28 meters

Length

1289 kilometers

Range

226 kilometers per hour

Speed

4 passengers

Capacity

1111 kilograms

MTOW

2.72 meters

Height

112 kW (150 hp)

Thrust

Typically around 70-85 dB (Unclassified by ICAO standard for light GA)

Noise

This is a very common general aviation aircraft; no rare features visible.