Search Results for: Cessna 172

ArkanSTOL is the only backcountry flying competition held in the Ozark mountains at Byrd’s Adventure Center.

Economies of scale can give pilots more for their money.

I just want to correct something in your “IFR Rules, VFR Tools” article (August 2022). On page 10 in the blue box, it says, “Of course, you must fly no lower than the published MEA or MOCA.” Actually, one of the advantages of VFR on top is to be able to fly lower than the MEA […]

There’s an old joke about the retired airline pilot who checks out in a Cessna 172 after years of flying heavy iron. The pilot calls Tower from the hold short line saying, “I’ve lost my first officer, have only basic functioning equipment, and I’m down to one engine … I’d like to declare an emergency […]

The national flight school is adding 55 Cessna Skyhawks to its training fleet.

The lower values of some vintage models is a good thing for buyers.

You’ll smooth out your flying if you know how.

If you’re interested in being a pilot, you might ask, what is the best personal aircraft? This is not an easy question, nor is it two-dimensional. The best personal aircraft varies widely. If you are an aspiring commercial pilot looking to build hours, a Cessna 150 or 152 may be an inexpensive way to accomplish […]

Hurricane Ian’s devastating impact on Florida and aviation has become apparent. The storm’s wrath was felt well outside its eyewall, as evidenced by the rash of severe weather—including at least one tornado—that ravaged part of Southeast Florida Tuesday night.

We were about to turn base to final at the non-towered airport when another pilot reported he was on final — but a few miles out. I didn’t see him. Chapter 1 of the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C) notes that all pilots should practice the concept of see and avoid other traffic.