Cessna 172 Familiarization Course
Become familiar with the systems, limitations, procedures, techniques, and notes that will make your introduction to the Cessna 172 simple! In-flight video is combined with clear, concise multimedia presentations and quizzes, covering all pertinent information to get you started on our journey to proficiency with this popular Cessna aircraft.
With material and in-flight video created and organized by CFIs with thousands of hours of experience, this course focuses on the key points necessary to become familiarized quickly and to get the most out of the Cessna 172, which may be the world’s most popular training aircraft.
Do the gauges on the right look familiar?
It’s probably not surprising; taking its first flight in June of 1955, the Cessna 172 Skyhawk is the most produced aircraft in the world.
The 172 (a modified variant) even holds the flying endurance record, at 150,000 miles without landing. That’s 64 days, 22 hours, and 19 minutes of flying, non-stop.
In addition to our clear and effective lessons and quiz modules, this course features an interactive Aircraft Systems Guide, which allows you to identify and learn more about the cockpit controls and the systems they affect. Taking this course will help you take your flying to the next level; knowing your airplane will allow you to fly with confidence and progress through your flight training more efficiently.
Looking for a free Introduction Course?
As part of our Free Course Initiative, we will also create a free Cessna 172 Introduction Course. The full details on our free introduction course as well as registration steps can be found on the Cessna 172 Introduction Course page.
Familiarization Course Syllabus
- Aircraft Overview
- Systems Diagram
- Tips and Tricks
- Limitations
- Environment
- Electrical
- Fuel
- Engines
- Propeller
- Landing Gear
- Pitot-Static
Note: while it does not include flight training, this course will help you become a more well-rounded and prepared pilot by covering the necessary ground knowledge.
NOTE: While this course will familiarize you with the systems, operating characteristics, and limitations of the Cessna 172, there are variations between model years, aircraft systems, and production variants. This course does not cover every model variation but provides you with systems familiarization and in-cockpit video of the operating characteristics of the 172. It is an excellent start to your training or aircraft checkout!
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