Cessna C172S Nav III User Manual

S-Turns
1. Select a line feature that lies crosswind
2. Set power to maintain an airspeed of 90kts
3. Maintain 1000 AGL
4. Trim the airplane for level, hands-off flight
5. Approach the line feature downwind
6. Cross the line feature wings level
7. Initial turn is to the left at the fastest groundspeed and steepest bank angle "
(not to exceed 30 degrees)
8. Directly crosswind; moderate bank angle and decrease as the airplane turns upwind
9. Maintain coordinated flight throughout
10.Cross the line feature with wings level
11.Upwind turn begins in the opposite direction with a shallow bank angle
12.Increase bank angle to moderate at the crosswind position
13.Continue to increase bank angle through the turn to downwind
14.Cross the line feature with wings level
15.Exit the maneuver at the same altitude and airspeed

Cessna C172S Nav III Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Cessna
Model	C172S Nav III
Engine	Lycoming IO-360-L2A
Horsepower	180 hp
Wingspan	36 ft 1 in (11.0 m)
Length	27 ft 2 in (8.28 m)
Height	8 ft 11 in (2.72 m)
Empty Weight (Typical)	1, 691 lb (767 kg)
Cruise Speed	124 knots (143 mph, 230 km/h)
Avionics	Garmin G1000
Seating	4
Fuel Capacity	56 US gallons (212 liters)
Stall Speed (Flaps Down)	47 knots
Rate of Climb	3.7 m/s
Service Ceiling	13, 500 ft (4, 115 m)
Range	640 nautical miles
Maximum Takeoff Weight	2, 550 lb (1, 157 kg)