161 Cessna 172 Skyhawks Flight Training Aircraft Suited for Student Pilots

The Cessna Skyhawk is the ultimate single-engine training aircraft.

ATP operates one of the largest Cessna CE-172 Skyhawk training fleets. With their stable flight characteristics, advanced avionics, and proven dispatch reliability, ATP continues to invest in the Skyhawk, recently accepting delivery of 100 factory-new Cessna 172s through 2023.

All aircraft are equipped with moving-map GPS avionics, with some featuring Garmin's G1000 NXi electronic flight deck and autopilot technology.
These 172s are more spacious and offer greater performance than smaller two-seat Cessna 152s.
Used exclusively by students in the Airline Career Pilot Program.

“To start, I would simply say I would not be where I am today without the training I received from ATP. The ATP program sets you up for the fast-pace training I encountered at Endeavor Air… I have met several pilots on the line that have been through ATP and I continue to promote ATP as the best flight school. If flying is your dream, ATP will get you there.”

James Kelly

Airline Career Pilot Program Graduate

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Largest Single-Engine Fleet

ATP is the nation's largest flight school and has 161 Cessna 172 SkyHawks in the fleet.

Extensive 172 Fleet

ATP Flight School's extensive Cessna 172 fleet includes both K-P (pictured) and R-S models. Nearly 95% of the SkyHawk fleet are the newer R-S models.

Renowned Training Platform

The Cessna 172 has been a renowned and reliable training aircraft for many decades. The stable and easy to fly aircraft provides the ideal platform for you to learn to fly and each one is professionally maintained by ATP's safety-focused maintenance department.

Conventional Panel

ATP Flight School's K-P and select R-S models feature a conventional instrument panel with moving-map GPS, designed for both VFR and IFR flying.

Garmin G1000

The newest aircraft in the SkyHawk fleet feature the Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite, providing you with the latest in general aviation glass-panel technology.

Straight from the Factory

Since 2016, ATP Flight School has accepted delivery of 40 new Cessna 172s.

A Better Environment

ATP's Cessna fleet only consists of the larger four-seat 172 SkyHawks, providing you with a more comfortable training environment compared to the smaller two-seat Cessna 152s and Diamond DA-20s. Discover the difference during your Introductory Training Flight.

Features & SpecificationsDetails About the Cessna CE-172 Skyhawk

Dimensions

Height:

8.11 ft | 2.72 m

Length:

27.2 ft | 8.28 m

Wing Span:

36.1 ft | 11.0 m

Engine

Lycoming

160 HP @ 2400 RPM
(R- Model)
180 HP @ 2700 RPM
(S- Model and R with Modification)
Four Cylinder

Fuel Capacity

Usable:

53 US gal | 200 liters

Weights

Maximum Ramp Weight:
(S- Model and R with Modification)

2,558 lbs | 1,160 kg

Maximum Ramp Weight:
(R- Model)

2,457 lbs | 1,114 kg

Maximum Takeoff Weight:
(S- Model and R with Modification)

2,550 lbs | 1,157 kg

Maximum Takeoff Weight:
(R- Model)

2,450 lbs | 1,111 kg

Propeller

McCauley

2 Blade
75 inch (R- Model)
76 inch (S- Model and R with Modification)
All Metal
Fixed Pitch

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Important Notice: Do not use information listed without referencing the full information described in the approved Owner’s Manual, POH, or POH/AFM specific to the airplane you are flying. Endurance and fuel capacities may vary considerably depending on the specific model / serial number being flown and any modifications it may have.

ATP Flight School Grows Fleet Adding 100 Cessna Skyhawk Aircraft Through 2023

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