1998 Cessna 172S - N478SP
Description: One of the most popular training aircraft of all time, almost every pilot has logged time in a Cessna 172. The “S” model adds updated features to the trainer including increased fuel capacity, IFR certified GPS, autopilot and more comfortable seating. N478SP is a good looking, solid aircraft that is comfortable to fly for experienced pilots shooting approaches or beginning students making their first cross-wind landing. N478SP is equipped with New Garmin 375 IFR GPS with ADS-B transponder, Garmin 496, two King KX 155As, Garmin transponder, ADF. GPS is kept up to date for instrument training.
| Speed: | 123 Knots (Sea Level, 80%) |
| Cruise Endurance: |
Range: 687 NM / Time: 6.6 HRS (60%, 10,000 Feet) Range: 580 NM / Time: 4.8 HRS (80%, 10,000 Feet) |
| Rate of Climb at Sea Level: | 720 FPM |
| Service Ceiling: | 13,500 Feet |
| Takeoff Performance: | 945 Feet (Ground Roll) 1685 Feet (Total Over 50 Foot Obstacle) |
| Landing Performance: | 550 Feet (Ground Roll) 1295 Feet (Total Over 50 Foot Obstacle) |
| Stall Speed (KCAS): | 51 Knots (Flaps Up, Power Off) 47 Knots (Flaps Down, Power Off) |
| Standard Empty Weight: | 1699 Pounds |
| Maximum Useful Load: | 758 Pounds (Normal Category) 468 Pounds (Utility Category) |
| Fuel Capacity: | 56.0 Gallons (Total) 53.0 Gallons (Usable) 28.0 Gallons (Total Each Tank) 26.5 Gallons (Usable Each Tank) |
| Oil Capacity: | 8 Quarts (Sump) 9 Quarts (Total) |
| Engine: | Textron Lycoming IO-360-L2A / 160 BHP at 2400 RPM |
| Propeller: | 75 Inch (diameter) / Fixed Pitch |
Not for flight planning, consult POH for complete flight planning information.
