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Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP NAV III 2005 User Manual

Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP NAV III 2005
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CESSNA INTRODUCTION
MODEL 172S NAV III
U.S.
NOTICE
AT THE TIME OF ISSUANCE, THIS INFORMATION
MANUAL WAS AN EXACT DUPLICATE OF THE
OFFICIAL PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND
FAA APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL AND
IS TO BE USED FOR GENERAL PURPOSES ONLY.
IT WILL NOT BE KEPT CURRENT AND,
THEREFORE, CANNOT BE USED AS A
SUBSTITUTE FOR THE OFFICIAL PILOT’S
OPERATING HANDBOOK AND FAA APPROVED
AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL INTENDED FOR
OPERATION OF THE AIRPLANE.
THE PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK MUST BE
CARRIED IN THE AIRPLANE AND AVAILABLE TO
THE PILOT AT ALL TIMES.
Cessna Aircraft Company
Original Issue - 25 February 2005
Revision 3 - 12 October 2006
iRevision 3

Table of Contents

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Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP NAV III 2005 Specifications

General IconGeneral
EngineLycoming IO-360-L2A
Service Ceiling13, 500 ft
Length27 ft 2 in
Wingspan36 ft 1 in
Height8 ft 11 in
Fuel Capacity56 gallons
Max Cruise Speed124 knots
Range696 nm
AvionicsGarmin G1000

Summary

PERFORMANCE - SPECIFICATIONS

Speed

Lists maximum and cruise speeds for the aircraft.

Takeoff Performance

Details ground roll and obstacle clearance distances for takeoff.

Landing Performance

Details ground roll and obstacle clearance distances for landing.

Stall Speed

Lists stall speeds with flaps up/down and power off.

Maximum Weight

Specifies ramp, takeoff, and landing weights.

PERFORMANCE - SPECIFICATIONS (Continued)

Maximum Useful Load

Defines the maximum load the airplane can carry.

Engine

Details the engine manufacturer, model, type, and power rating.

SECTION 1 GENERAL

Descriptive Data

Provides basic data on the airplane's engine and propeller.

Fuel Specifications

Details fuel capacity and grade specifications.

Maximum Certificated Weights

Lists maximum weights for ramp, takeoff, and landing.

Weight and Balance Terminology

Defines terms used in weight and balance calculations.

SECTION 2 OPERATING LIMITATIONS

Airspeed Limitations

Details airspeed limitations and their significance.

Powerplant Limitations

Lists limitations for the engine and propeller.

Weight Limits

Specifies maximum weights for normal and utility categories.

Maneuver Limits

Outlines limits for normal and utility category maneuvers.

SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Airspeeds for Emergency Operation

Lists critical airspeeds for various emergency scenarios.

Engine Failure Procedures

Provides immediate action items for engine failures.

Engine Failures

Details procedures for engine failure during takeoff roll and after takeoff.

Forced Landings

Outlines procedures for emergency landing without engine power.

Fire Procedures

Provides procedures for fires during start and in flight.

Inadvertent Icing Encounter

Details procedures for inadvertent icing encounters.

Electrical Power Supply System Malfunctions

Addresses high volts and low volts annunciator conditions.

SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES

Airspeeds for Normal Operation

Lists normal operating airspeeds for takeoff, climb, and landing.

Normal Procedures Overview

Outlines preflight inspection procedures and checks.

Preflight Inspection

Details the walk-around inspection and cabin checks.

Before Starting Engine

Lists steps for preparing to start the engine.

Starting Engine (With Battery)

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting the engine using the battery.

Starting Engine (With External Power)

Provides instructions for starting the engine using external power.

Before Takeoff Procedures

Details pre-takeoff checks and configurations.

Takeoff Procedures

Outlines procedures for normal and short field takeoffs.

Cruise Procedures

Details normal cruise power settings and procedures.

Before Landing Procedures

Lists steps to prepare for landing.

Landing Procedures

Covers normal and short field landing procedures.

Detailed Engine Starting

Provides detailed information on starting the engine.

Magneto Check Procedure

Procedure for checking magneto operation.

Alternator Check Procedure

Procedure for checking alternator and electrical system.

Power Check Procedure

Procedure for checking engine operation at full throttle.

Stall Characteristics

Describes stall characteristics and warning systems.

Holding, Procedure Turns, and Missed Approaches

Covers procedures for holding, procedure turns, and missed approaches.

SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE

Takeoff Performance Calculations

Details takeoff distance calculations, including wind correction.

Cruise Altitude and Power Settings

Discusses selecting cruising altitude and power settings.

Fuel Requirement Estimation

Estimates total fuel needed for the flight, including reserve.

Landing Distance Estimation

Describes estimating landing distance.

Stall Speeds at 2550 Pounds

Lists stall speeds at maximum weight and various bank angles.

Short Field Takeoff Distance (2550 lbs)

Details takeoff distances for short fields at max weight.

Short Field Takeoff Distance (2400 lbs)

Details takeoff distances for short fields at 2400 lbs.

Short Field Takeoff Distance (2200 lbs)

Details takeoff distances for short fields at 2200 lbs.

Maximum Rate of Climb (2550 lbs)

Provides rate of climb data at max weight.

Cruise Performance Data

Presents cruise performance data for various altitudes and powers.

Short Field Landing Distance (2550 lbs)

Details landing distances for short fields at max weight.

SECTION 6 WEIGHT AND BALANCE/EQUIPMENT LIST

Airplane Weighing Procedures

Details steps for weighing the airplane.

Weight and Balance Calculations

Explains how to use loading data for weight and balance.

Center-of-Gravity Moment Envelope

Graphical representation of CG limits.

Center-of-Gravity Limits

Specifies CG limits for normal and utility categories.

SECTION 7 AIRPLANE AND SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION

Airframe Description

Describes the airplane's construction, wings, and control surfaces.

Flight Control System

Explains the flight control system operation.

Instrument Panel Overview

Describes the construction and components of the instrument panel.

Flight Instruments

Explains primary flight instruments on the GDU 1040 PFD.

Engine Overview

Provides an overview of the engine specifications and accessories.

Engine Controls

Explains throttle and mixture control operations.

Engine Indicating System (EIS)

Describes the Engine Indicating System (EIS) displays.

Fuel Injection System

Explains the fuel injection system components and operation.

Fuel System Overview

Outlines the components of the airplane fuel system.

Fuel Selector Valve Operation

Specifies correct FUEL SELECTOR valve positions for various operations.

Brake System

Details the hydraulic brake system and operation.

Electrical System Overview

Describes the DC electrical system components.

Electrical System Monitoring and Annunciations

Explains voltmeter and ammeter indications.

Low Voltage Annunciation

Describes the LOW VOLTS annunciation and causes.

Pitot-Static System and Instruments

Details the pitot-static system and its instruments.

Vacuum System and Instruments

Describes the vacuum system and its instruments.

Standard Avionics

Introduces the Garmin G1000 avionics system.

Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)

Explains the ELT installation and operation.

Cabin Fire Extinguisher

Details the cabin fire extinguisher and its operation.

SECTION 8 HANDLING, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Airplane Inspection Periods

Outlines FAA required inspection schedules.

FAA Required Inspections

Details annual and 100-hour inspection requirements.

Engine Oil Specifications

Covers oil specifications and viscosity recommendations.

Fuel Information

Lists approved fuel grades and capacity.

Fuel Contamination

Describes causes and detection of fuel contamination.

SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS

Supplement 1: Pointer ELT

Information for Pointer ELT installation and operation.

Supplement 3: Bendix/King KAP 140 Autopilot

Operating information for the Bendix/King KAP 140 Autopilot.

Supplement 6: Artex C406-N ELT

Information for Artex C406-N ELT installation and operation.

Supplement 7: Bendix/King KR87 ADF

Operating information for the Bendix/King KR87 ADF.

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