Cessna 172 Skyhawk

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01 May 2026 · © Unknown

A Cessna 172 Skyhawk, registered N5523Q, at rest at a general aviation airfield, used by Phoenix East Aviation for flight training.

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

Aircraft

172 Skyhawk C172

Standard training/GA livery; with markings for a flight school (PEA - Phoenix East Aviation)

N5523Q

Registration

Airline

Phoenix East Aviation (PEA)

Manufacturer

Cessna

Achievements

Vintage Voyager

Badge earned

Location

Daytona Beach International Airport

DAB/KDAB

29.1826, -81.0595

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Daytona Beach International Airport DAB

Airport

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Aviation History

The Cessna 172 is the world’s most-produced aircraft model and a staple of pilot training worldwide since the 1950s.

Fleet Rarity

One of the most common light aircraft globally, with over 44,000 built.

Record Flights

Notably, the 172 holds the record for the longest flight without landing (64 days, 22 hours set in 1958-59 during a refueling endurance demonstration).

Safety & Events

Generally regarded as a safe, reliable workhorse for GA and flight schools. Involved in many pilot training ‘first solo’ milestones.

Future Outlook

Many Cessna 172s remain flying for decades; likely continued use in flight instruction and personal aviation.

Specifications

Lycoming O-320 or O-360 (varies by year/subtype)

Engine

11.0 m

Wingspan

8.28 m

Length

1,185 km

Range

226 km/h

Speed

4 passengers

Capacity

1,111 kg

MTOW

2.72 m

Height

Approx. 160–180 hp (120–135 kW, piston engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 10 (typical GA piston aircraft, no specific decibel rating given by ICAO)

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