C172 - PoH Flashcards
1
Q
C-172
What’s the gross weight
A
2300 lbs
empty weight - 1245 lbs
2
Q
C-172
Cruise speed at 75%?
A
110 kts
3
Q
C-172
Ground run?
A
865 ft
4
Q
C-172
Landing roll
A
520 ft
5
Q
C-172
Service ceiling
A
13,000 ft
6
Q
C-172
Fuel capacity
A
42 gallons
36 usable
7
Q
C-172
Oil capacity
A
8 quarts
8
Q
C-172
Engine
A
Lycoming
150hp @ 2700 rpm
9
Q
C-172
What’s the electrical system voltage?
A
14v DC
powered by an engine driven alternator
10
Q
C-172
What’s the battery voltage
A
12v
11
Q
C-172
What does the Ammeter measure
A
The flow of current from alternator to battery.
if the electrical load from the alternator exceeds what’s required a dis
12
Q
C-172
What should you do if you encounter icing
A
- Pitot heat
- Turn back or change altitude to where there is less ice
- Cabin heat - full, apply defroster outlets
- Change the throttle position to obtain maximum RPM
An unexplained loss in engine speed could be caused by ice
blocking the air intake filter
