Cessna 172 Skyhawk

10 Jun 2026 · © Big Mike Photography

Cessna 172 Skyhawk N30946 basking on the grass at a general aviation airfield—an aviation legend and the world's bestselling aircraft.

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Cessna CitationJet/M2 (CJ1, CJ2, CJ3) series

Aircraft

172 Skyhawk C172

Standard general aviation livery with blue and gold stripes

N30946

Registration

Manufacturer

Cessna

Achievements

Vintage Voyager

Badge earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 78.0

Nice sharpness and livery detail, but the close wing blocks part of the view—try a side angle for better balance!

Location

By tower

William T. Piper Memorial Airport · LHV/KLHV

41.1356, -77.4223

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William T. Piper Memorial Airport LHV

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Cessna 172 is the most produced aircraft model in history and is a mainstay of general aviation and pilot training worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

One of the most common aircraft types in the world (more than 44,000 built)

Record Flights

It’s been used for a world record endurance flight (64 days aloft, refueled mid-air), and millions of short-hop training and personal flights.

Safety & Events

Generally recognized for its safety and reliability; any notable incidents are usually due to human error rather than aircraft failure.

Future Outlook

Still widely in use, maintained by private owners and flying schools; this airframe likely still active.

Specifications

Lycoming O-320 or O-360 (varies by sub-model)

Engine

11.0 m

Wingspan

8.2 m

Length

1,285 km

Range

226 km/h

Speed

4 passengers (including pilot)

Capacity

1,111 kg

MTOW

2.7 m

Height

Approximately 160-180 hp (horsepower)

Thrust

Typically around 70-75 dB (not ICAO certified for noise as large jets are)

Noise