Cessna Cessna 172 Skyhawk

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24 Aug 2026 · © SoonerAlum93

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Aircraft

Cessna 172 Skyhawk C172

White with blue stripes (Generic/Private owner)

N1577Y

Registration

Manufacturer

Cessna

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

Vintage Voyager

Badge earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 72.0

Nice side profile and visible registration, but image is soft and hazy which lowers sharpness and impact.

Location

OKC Will Rogers World Airport

OKC/KOKC

35.3934, -97.5983

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OKC Will Rogers World Airport OKC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Most-produced aircraft in history; standard trainer for flight schools worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

One of the most common light aircraft worldwide; not rare.

Record Flights

Cessna 172 \'Hacienda\' holds the world record for longest continuous flight (1958, over 64 days aloft).

Safety & Events

Extensively used by flying schools, clubs, and private owners; considered exceptionally safe and reliable.

Future Outlook

Still flying; active production and global service.

Specifications

Lycoming O-320/IO-360 series (varies by submodel; likely O-320 variant)

Engine

11.0 m

Wingspan

8.28 m

Length

1,185 km

Range

226 km/h

Speed

4 passengers (incl. pilot)

Capacity

1,111 kg

MTOW

2.72 m

Height

Approx. 160–180 hp (119–134 kW)

Thrust

Approx. 68–70 dB (varies by submodel; not ICAO Chapter 14 compliant)

Noise