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  • Page 5: July

    We urge you to read it from cover to cover, and to refer to it frequently. Our interest in your flying pleasure has not ceased with your purchase of a Cessna. World-wide, the Cessna Dealer Organization backed by the Cessna Customer Services Department stands ready to serve you.
  • Page 6 Changes and/or additions to this handbook will be covered by revisions published by Cessna reserve. Aircraft Company. These revisions are distributed to all Cessna Dealers and to owners of U. S. 75% Power at 9000 Ft ..........Range 720 NM Registered aircraft according to FAA records at the time of revision issuance.
  • Page 7 CESSNA TABLE OF CONTENTS MODEL 172RG TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL ............1 LI MITATIONS ..........2 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ......3 NORMAL PROCEDURES......4 PERFORMANCE ..........5 WEIGHT & BALANCE/ EQUIPMENT LIST ........6 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS........7 AIRPLANE HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE ....8...
  • Page 8 SECTION 1 CESSNA GENERAL MODEL 172RG SECTION 1 GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Three View ......................1-2 Introduction ......................1-3 Descriptive Data ....................1-3 Engine ......................1-3 Propeller ....................... 1-3 Fuel ........................ 1-3 Oil ........................1-4 Maximum Certificated Weights ............... 1-4 Standard Airplane Weights ..............

  • Page 9: General

    This handbook contains 9 sections, and includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot by CAR Part 3. It also contains supplemental data supplied by Cessna Aircraft Company. Section 1 provides basic data and information of general interest. It also contains definitions or explanations of symbols, abbreviations, and terminology commonly used.

  • Page 10: Maximum Certificated Weights

    SECTION 1 CESSNA SECTION 1 CESSNA GENERAL MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG GENERAL Total Capacity: 66 gallons. Landing: 2650 lbs. Total Capacity Each Tank: 33 gallons. Weight in Baggage Compartment: Total Usable: 62 gallons. Baggage Area 1 - Station 82 to 108: 200 lbs. See note below.

  • Page 11: Symbols, Abbreviations And Terminology

    CESSNA SECTION 1 CESSNA SECTION 1 MODEL 172RG GENERAL GENERAL MODEL 172RG SYMBOLS, ABBREVIATIONS AND Best Angle-of-Climb Speed is the speed which results in the greatest gain of altitude in a given horizontal distance. TERMINOLOGY Best Rate-of-Climb Speed is the speed which results in the greatest gain in altitude in a given time.

  • Page 12: Weight And Balance Terminology

    CESSNA SECTION 1 CESSNA SECTION 1 MODEL 172RG GENERAL MODEL 172RG GENERAL Maximum Ramp Weight is the maximum weight approved Maximum NMPG Nautical Miles Per Gallon is the distance (in nautical for ground maneuver. (It includes the weight of start, taxi...

  • Page 13: Li Mitations

    CESSNA SECTION 2 MODEL 172RG LIMITATIONS SECTION 2 LI MITATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction ......................2-3 Airspeed Limitations..................2-4 Airspeed Indicator Markings ................2-4 Power Plant Limitations .................. 2-5 Power Plant Instrument Markings ..............2-6 Weight Limits..................... 2-6 Center Of Gravity Limits..............' ....2-7 Maneuver Limits ....................
  • Page 14 If the alternate static source is being used, refer to the airspeed calibration variations between the normal and alternate static sources as shown in Section 5. Your Cessna is certificated under FAA Type Certificate No. 3A17 as Cessna Model No. 172RG. 1 July 1979...

  • Page 15: Airspeed Limitations

    CESSNA SECTION 2 SECTION 2 CESSNA MODEL 172RG LIMITATIONS LIMITATIONS MODEL 172RG KIAS VALUE AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS MARKING SIGNIFICANCE OR RANGE Airspeed limitations and their operational significance are shown in White Arc 42 - 100 Full Flap Operating Range. Lower figure 2-1.

  • Page 16: Power Plant Instrument Markings

    SECTION 2 CESSNA SECTION 2 CESSNA LIMITATIONS MODEL 172RG LIMITATIONS MODEL 172RG POWER PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS Baggage Area 2 - Station 108 to 124: 50 lbs. See note below. NOTE Power plant instrument markings and their color code significance are shown in figure 2-3.

  • Page 17: Kinds Of Operation Limits

    SECTION 2 CESSNA SECTION 2 CESSNA LIMITATIONS MODEL 172RG LIMITATIONS MODEL 172RG PLACARDS KINDS OF OPERATION LIMITS The following information must be displayed in the form of composite The airplane is equipped for day VFR and may be equipped for or individual placards.
  • Page 18 CESSNA SECTION 2 SECTION 2 CESSNA MODEL 172RG LIMITATIONS MODEL 172RG LIMITATIONS 8. Near gear hand pump: 4. On the fuel selector valve: MANUAL GEAR EXTENSION LEFT - 30 GAL. LEVEL FLIGHT ONLY 1. SELECT GEAR DOWN BOTH - 62 GAL. ALL FLIGHT ATTITUDES...

  • Page 19: Emergency Procedures

    CESSNA SECTION 3 MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction ....................3-3 Airspeeds For Emergency Operation ............3-3 OPERATIONAL CHECKLISTS Engine Failures ..................3-3 Engine Failure During Takeoff Run ..........3-3 Engine Failure Immediately After Takeoff ........3-4 Engine Failure During Flight............
  • Page 20 CESSNA SECTION 3 SECTION 3 CESSNA MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) Page Section 3 provides checklist and amplified procedures for coping with e mergencies that may occur. Emergencies caused by airplane or engine...
  • Page 21 CESSNA SECTION 3 SECTION 3 CESSNA MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG 8. Doors -- UNLATCH PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN. ENGINE FAILURE IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF 9. Avionics Power and Master Switches -- OFF. 10. Touchdown -- SLIGHTLY TAIL LOW.
  • Page 22 SECTION 3 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Mixture -- IDLE CUT-OFF. 11. Vents/ Cabin Air/Heat -- OPEN when it is ascertained that fire is Cranking -- CONTINUE. completely extinguished. Fire Extinguisher - - OBTAIN (have ground attendants obtain if not installed).
  • Page 23 CESSNA SECTION 3 CESSNA SECTION 3 MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GEAR UP LANDING 6. Plan a landing at the nearest airport. With an extremely rapid ice " landing site. build-up, select a suitable "off airport 1. Landing Gear Lever -- UP.
  • Page 24 CESSNA SECTION 3 CESSNA SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES LANDING WITH A FLAT MAIN TIRE 1. Approach -- NORMAL (full flap). 2. Touchdown -- GOOD TIRE FIRST, hold airplane off flat tire as long ENGINE FAILURE as possible with aileron control.

  • Page 25: Forced Landings

    SECTION 3 CESSNA SECTION 3 CESSNA EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG FORCED LANDINGS The initial indication of an electrical fire is usually the odor of burning insulation. The checklist for this problem should result in elimination of If all attempts to restart the engine fail and a forced landing is the fire.
  • Page 26 SECTION 3 CESSNA SECTION 3 CESSNA EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG STATIC SOURCE BLOCKED control by monitoring the turn coordinator. Occasionally check the compass heading and make minor corrections to hold an approximate course. Before descending into the clouds, set up a stabilized let-down...
  • Page 27 SECTION 3 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES direction of rotation, the symbolic airplane in the turn LOW OIL PRESSURE coordinator may be referred to for this information. If low oil pressure is accompanied by normal oil temperature, there is a possibility the oil pressure gage or relief valve is malfunctioning.
  • Page 28 SECTION 3 CESSNA SECTION 3 CESSNA EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EXTENSION MALFUNCTIONS EXCESSIVE RATE OF CHARGE Normal landing gear extension time is approximately 5 seconds. If the After engine starting and heavy electrical usage at low engine speeds...

  • Page 29: Normal Procedures

    SECTION 4 CESSNA MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction ......................4-3 Speeds For Normal Operation ................ 4-3 CHECKLIST PROCEDURES Preflight Inspection ..................4-5 Cabin ......................4-5 Empennage....................4-5 Right Wing, Trailing Edge ............... 4-5 Right Wing ....................

  • Page 30: Performance

    Enroute Climb ....................4-17 Normal Climb Out ..............70-80 KIAS Cruise .........................4-17 Short Field Takeoff, Flaps 0°, Speed at 50 Feet ......63 KIAS Leaning With A Cessna Economy Mixture Indicator (EGT) 4-19 Enroute Climb, Flaps and Gear Up: Stalls........................4-20 Normal ...................
  • Page 31 SECTION 4 SECTION 4 CESSNA CESSNA NORMAL PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG CHECKLIST PROCEDURES PREFLIGHT INSPECTION CABIN 1. Pilot's Operating Handbook -- AVAILABLE IN THE AIRPLANE. 2. Landing Gear Lever -- DOWN. Control Wheel Lock -- REMOVE. Ignition Switch -- OFF.

  • Page 32: Before Starting Engine

    SECTION 4 CESSNA SECTION 4 CESSNA MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 3. Before first flight of the day and after each refueling, use sampler cup and drain small quantity of fuel from fuel tank sump quick- 1.
  • Page 33 CESSNA SECTION 4 SECTION 4 CESSNA MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG SHORT FIELD TAKEOFF NOTE 1. Wing Flaps -- 0°. In flight, gravity feed will normally supply satisfactory Carburetor Heat -- COLD. fuel flow if the engine-driven fuel pump should fail.
  • Page 34 CESSNA SECTION 4 SECTION 4 CESSNA MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG 7. Brakes -- APPLY HEAVILY. 4. Mixture -- ENRICHEN as required. 8. Wing Flaps -- RETRACT for maximum brake effectiveness. 5. Cowl Flaps -- CLOSED. 6. Wing Flaps -- AS DESIRED (0° - 10° below 130 KIAS, 10° - 30° below BALKED LANDING 100 KIAS).
  • Page 35 CESSNA SECTION 4 MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES AMPLIFIED PROCEDURES STARTING ENGINE Ordinarily the engine starts easily with one or two pumps of the throttle in warm temperatures with the mixture full rich. If the engine is hot, turn the auxiliary fuel pump switch ON just prior to and during engine cranking to suppress possible vapor in the fuel line.
  • Page 36 CESSNA SECTION 4 SECTION 4 CESSNA NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG operation. When the knob is pulled out to the heat position, air entering the engine is not filtered. Taxiing over loose gravel or cinders should be done at low engine speed to avoid abrasion and stone damage to the propeller tips.

  • Page 37: En Route Climb

    Normal cruising is performed between 55% and 75% power. The corresponding power settings and fuel consumption for various altitudes can be determined by using your Cessna Power Computer or the data in LANDING GEAR RETRACTION Section 5.
  • Page 38 Exhaust gas temperature (EGT) as shown on the optional Cessna Economy Mixture Indicator may be used as an aid for mixture leaning in The cowl flaps should be opened, if necessary, to maintain the cylinder cruising flight at 75% power or less.

  • Page 39: Cold Weather Operation

    CESSNA SECTION 4 MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 4 CESSNA MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES effectiveness after all three wheels are on the ground, retract the flaps, hold STALLS full nose up elevator and apply maximum possible brake pressure without sliding the tires.

  • Page 40: Hot Weather Operation

    SECTION 4 CESSNA SECTION 4 CESSNA NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG NORMAL PROCEDURES With Preheat: CAUTION 1. With ignition switch OFF and throttle closed, prime the engine two Excessive pumping of the throttle may cause raw fuel to to four strokes as the propeller is being turned over by hand.

  • Page 41: Noise Abatement

    SECTION 4 CESSNA NORMAL PROCEDURES MODEL 172RG appropriate. Avoid prolonged engine operation on the ground. NOISE ABATEMENT Increased emphasis on improving the quality of our environment requires renewed effort on the part of all pilots to minimize the effect of airplane noise on the public.
  • Page 42 CESSNA SECTION 5 CESSNA SECTION 5 MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE SECTION 5 I NTRODUCTION Performance data charts on the following pages are presented so that PERFORMANCE you may know what to expect from the airplane under various conditions, and also, to facilitate the planning of flights in detail and with reasonable accuracy.
  • Page 43 SECTION 5 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 5 MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE CRUISE CONDITIONS CRUISE Total distance 425 Nautical Miles Pressure altitude 7500 Feet The cruising altitude should be selected based on a consideration of Temperature 16°C (16°C above standard) trip length, winds aloft, and the airplane's performance.

  • Page 44: Demonstrated Operating Temperature

    SECTION 5 SECTION 5 CESSNA CESSNA PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG LANDING With this factor included, the fuel estimate would be calculated as follows: A procedure similar to takeoff should be used for estimating the landing distance at the destination airport. Figure 5-10 presents landing distance information for the short field technique.
  • Page 45 CESSNA SECTION 5 CESSNA SECTION 5 MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE AIRSPEED CALIBRATION AIRSPEED CALIBRATION NORMAL STATIC SOURCE ALTERNATE STATIC SOURCE CONDITIONS: Power required for level flight or maximum power during descent. HEATER AND DEFROSTER FULL ON AND WINDOWS CLOSED Figure 5-1.

  • Page 46: Stall Speeds

    SECTION 5 CESSNA ;CESSNA SECTION 5 MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE STALL SPEEDS TEMPERATURE CONVERSION CHART Power Off C O N D I T I O N S Gear Up or Down NOTES . Maximum altitude loss during a stall recovery may be as much as 230 feet.
  • Page 47 TAKEOFF DISTANCE MAXIMUM WEIGHT 2650 LBS CONDITIONS: SHORT FIELD Flaps Up 2700 RPM and Full Throttle Prior to Brake Release Cowl Flaps Open Paved, Level Dry Runway Zero Wind NOTES: 1. Short field technique as specified in Section 4. Prior to takeoff from fields above 3000 feet elevation, the mixture should be leaned to give maximum power in a full throttle, static runup.
  • Page 48 SECTION 5 SECTION 5 CESSNA CESSNA PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG TIME, FUEL, AND DISTANCE TO CLIMB MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB MAXIMUM RATE OF CLIMB CONDITIONS: Flaps Up Gear Up CONDITIONS: 2700 RPM Flaps Up Full Throttle Gear Up...

  • Page 49: Cruise Performance

    CESSNA SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG SECTION 5 CESSNA PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG CRUISE PERFORMANCE TIME, FUEL, AND DISTANCE TO CLIMB PRESSURE ALTITUDE 2000 FEET ' NORMAL CLIMB - 90 KIAS] CONDITIONS: CONDITIONS: NOTE Flaps Up 2650 Founds For best fuel economy, operate at the leanest mixture that...
  • Page 50 CESSNA SECTION 5 CESSNA SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE CRUISE PERFORMANCE CRUISE PERFORMANCE PRESSURE ALTITUDE 4000 FEET PRESSURE ALTITUDE 6000 FEET CONDITIONS: NOTE CONDITIONS: NOTE 2550 Pounds For best fuel economy, operate at the leanest mixture that...
  • Page 51 CESSNA SECTION 5 CESSNA SECTION 5 MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE CRUISE PERFORMANCE CRUISE PERFORMANCE PRESSURE ALTITUDE 10,000 FEET PRESSURE ALTITUDE 8000 FEET CONDITIONS: CONDITIONS: NOTE NOTE 2650 Pounds 2650 Pounds For best fuel economy, operate at the leanest mixture that...
  • Page 52 CESSNA SECTION 5 SECTION 5 CESSNA MODEL 172RG PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG RANGE PROFILE CRUISE PERFORMANCE 45 MINUTES RESERVE PRESSURE ALTITUDE 12,000 FEET 44 GALLONS USABLE FUEL CONDITIONS: CONDITIONS: NOTE 2650 Pounds 2650 Pounds For best fuel economy, operate at the leanest mixture that...
  • Page 53 CESSNA SECTION 5 SECTION 5 CESSNA PERFORMANCE )DEL 172RG PERFORMANCE MODEL 172RG ENDURANCE PROFILE RANGE PROFILE 45 MINUTES RESERVE 45 MINUTES RESERVE 44 GALLONS USABLE FUEL 62 GALLONS USABLE FUEL CONDITIONS: i0 Pounds CONDITIONS 2650 Pounds Recommended Lean Mixture for Cruise...

  • Page 54: Landing Distance

    LANDING DISTANCE SHORT FIELD CONDITIONS: Flaps 30 Power Off Maximum Braking Paved, Level, Dry Runway Zero Wind NOTES: 1. Short field technique as specified in Section 4. 2. Decrease distances 10% for each 9 knots headwind. For operation with tailwinds up to 10 knots, increase distances by 10% for each 2 knots.

  • Page 55: Equipment List

    CESSNA SECTION 6 WEIGHT & BALANCE/ MODEL 172RG EQUIPMENT LIST SECTION 6 WEIGHT & BALANCE/ EQUIPMENT LIST TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction ......................6-3 Airplane Weighing Procedures ...............6-3 Weight And Balance ..................6-6 Baggage Tie-Down ..................6-6 Equipment List ....................6-15...

  • Page 56: Airplane Weighing Procedures

    Sample forms are provided for reference. Procedures for calculating the weight and moment for various operations are also provided. A comprehensive list of all Cessna equip- ment available for this airplane is included at the back of this section.
  • Page 57 CESSNA SECTION 6 MODEL 172RG WEIGHT & BALANCE/ EQUIPMENT LIST Scale Reading Tare Symbol Net Weight Scale Position Left Wheel Right Wheel Nose Wheel Sum of Net Weights (As Weighed) Moment/1000 Item Weight (Lbs.) X C.G. Arm (In.) = (Lbs.-In.)
  • Page 59 WEIGHT & BALANCE/ EQUIPMENT LIST WEIGHT AND BALANCE The following information will enable you to operate your Cessna within the prescribed weight and center of gravity limitations. To figure weight and balance, use the Sample Problem, Loading Graph, and Center...
  • Page 60 CESSNA SECTION 6 MODEL 172RG WEIGHT & BALANCE/ EQUIPMENT LIST eyebolts serve as attaching points for the net. Two eyebolts for the forward tie-down straps are mounted on the cabin floor near each sidewall just forward of the baggage door approximately at station 90; two eyebolts are installed near the top of the forward surface of the wheel well slightly inboard of each sidewall approximately at station 108;...
  • Page 61 SECTION 6 CESSNA SECTION 6 CESSNA WEIGHT & BALANCE/ MODEL 172RG WEIGHT & BALANCE/ MODEL 172RG EQUIPMENT LIST EQUIPMENT LIST LOADING ARRANGEMENTS *Pilot or passenger center of gravity on adjustable seats positioned for average occupant. Numbers in parentheses indicate forward and aft limits of occupant center of gravity range.
  • Page 62 Figure 6-5. Sample Loading Problem Line representing adjustable seats shows the pilot or passenger center of gravity on adjustable NOTES: seats positioned for an average occupant. Refer to the Loading Arrangements diagram for forward and aft limits of occupant C.G. range. Figure 6-6.
  • Page 63 Figure 6-7. Center of Gravity Moment Envelope Figure 6-8. Center of Gravity Limits...
  • Page 64 EQUIPMENT LIST EQUIPMENT LIST The following equipment list is a comprehensive list of all Cessna equipment available for this airplane. A separate equipment list of items installed in your specific airplane is provided in your aircraft file. The following list and the specific list for your airplane have a similar order of listing.
  • Page 65 CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY WICHITA, KANSAS Weight & Balance and Installed Equipment Data CONTROL CESSNA SERIAL DATE MODEL REGISTRATION NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER 005919 05/02/80 CUTLASS RG II H8-CYC 172RG0556 ITEM WEIGHT MOMENT MAXIMUM TAKE-OFF WEIGHT 2650.0 1.19 16.54 Remote Encoder King KE 127 19.68...
  • Page 66 CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY WICHITA, KANSAS Weight & Balance and Installed Equipment Data CESSNA SERIAL CONTROL MODEL REGISTRATION NUMBER DATE NUMBER NUMBER 005919 05/02/80 CUTLASS RG II HB-CYC 172RG0556 ITEM WEIGHT MOMENT STANDARD AIRPLANE ( EMPTY,DRY) COMPUTED 1514.0 38.4 58138 INCLUDING ALL REQUIRED AND STANDARD EQUIPMENT ITEMS UNUSABLE FUEL 4.0 GALLONS...
  • Page 67 EQUIPMENT LIST DESCRIPTION ITEM NO REF DRAWING WT LBS ARM INS POWERPLANT & ACCESSORIES AO1-R ENGINE, LYCOMING O-360-F1A6 (INCLUDES 2450000 302.5 -22.5 ELECTRIC STARTER, VACUUM PAD AND OIL FILTER A05-R FILTER, INDUCTION AIR C294510-0501 -11.0 A09-R ALTERNATOR, 28 VOLT 60 AMP C611503-0102 10.7 -32.0...
  • Page 68 EQUIPMENT LIST DESCRIPTION ITEM NO REF DRAWING WT LBS ARM INS D28-R COMPASS INSTALLATION, MAGNETIC 0513262 26.0 038-R INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, & FUEL C669562-0101 16.2 D41-R INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, CYL HEAD TEMP OIL TEMP C669561-0101 16.2 043-R INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, AMMETER & OIL PRES C669560-0101 16.2 049-A...
  • Page 69 132.0 99683 139.5 POWER SUPPLY (REMOTE) 99681 10.4 TRANSCEIVER (PANEL MOUNTED) ANTENNA INSTALLATION, 351 IN. LONG 3960111 131.5 3910164-18 CESSNA 400 MARKER BEACON 2.3* 34.5* H13-A 42410-5128 11.8 RECEIVER (R-402A) 0110681-1 136.0 ANTENNA, L SHAPED ROD 3910127-29 CESSNA 300 TRANSPONDER 4.0*...
  • Page 70 ITEM NO REF DRAWING WT LBS ARM INS VOR/LOC INDICATOR (IN-385A) 46860-1000 14.7 MOUNT, WIRING & MISC I TEMS H25-A CESSNA 300 NAV/COM 720 CH COM 2ND UNIT 3910183 11.9* ( REQUIRES H37-A TO BE OPERATIONAL) 8.3* RECEIVER-TRANSCEIVER (RT-385A) 46660-1000 11.5...

  • Page 71: Airplane & Systems Descriptions

    SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction Airframe Flight Controls Trim Systems Instrument Panel Ground Control 7-10 Wing Flap System 7-11 Landing Gear System 7-11 Landing Gear Lever...

  • Page 72: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG :MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) INTRODUCTION Page This section provides description and operation of the airplane and its Hydraulic System.................... 7-27 systems . Some equipment described herein is optional and may not be Brake System ....................
  • Page 73 SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AILERON CONTROL SYSTEM RUDDER AND RUDDER TRIM CONTROL SYSTEMS Figure 7-1. Flight Control and Trim Systems (Sheet 2 of 2) Figure 7-1. Flight Control and Trim Systems (Sheet 1 of 2)
  • Page 74 Cabin Heat Control Sidewall Circuit Breaker Cabin Air Control Panel Cigar Lighter Avionics Power Switch Wing Flap Switch and Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Position Indicator Cylinder Head, and Oil Mixture Control Temperature Gages Propeller Control Fuel Quantity Indicators Rudder Trim Control Wheel Fuel Pressure Gage and Position Indicator Digital Clock...

  • Page 75: Flight Controls

    SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS the rudder incorporates a leading edge extension which contains a balance configuration. The gyros are located immediately in front of the pilot, and weight.

  • Page 76: Landing Gear System

    SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS horizontal surfaces to move the airplane. If the airplane is to be towed by A gear warning interconnect switch is incorporated in the flap system, vehicle, never turn the nose wheel more than 30°...

  • Page 77: Baggage Compartment

    SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS LANDING GEAR WARNING SYSTEM has been repositioned, it directs hydraulic pressure within the system to actuate the gear to the selected position.
  • Page 78 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS below the forward corner of the seat cushion. To adjust the angle of the seat To use the seat belts for the front seats, position the seat as desired, and...
  • Page 79 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS STANDARD SHOULDER downward, and insert the link in the seat belt buckle. Adjust belt tension HARNESS across the lap by pulling upward on the shoulder harness. Removal is accomplished by releasing the seat belt buckle, which will allow the inertia reel to pull the harness inboard of the seat.

  • Page 80: Control Locks

    SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG equipped with a spring-loaded retaining arm which will help rotate the button in the end of the knob. The rich position is full forward, and full aft is window outward and hold it there.
  • Page 81 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 7 MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS The fuel pressure gage, located on the upper left side of the instrument right side. The filler cap/ dipstick is accessible through an access door in panel, indicates fuel pressure to the carburetor.

  • Page 82: Fuel System

    SECTION 7 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG high power climb operation, the cowl flap lever should be placed in the induction air. After passing through the filter, the induction air enters an OPEN position for maximum cooling.
  • Page 83 SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG Fuel flows by gravity from the two integral wing tanks to a four- position selector valve, labeled BOTH, RIGHT, LEFT, and OFF. With the...

  • Page 84: Hydraulic System

    SECTION 7 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG The fuel system is equipped with drain valves to provide a means for the examination of fuel in the system for contamination and grade. The...

  • Page 85: Electrical System

    SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS master cylinder attached to each of the pilot's rudder pedals. The brakes are operated by applying pressure to the top of either the left (pilot's) or right (copilot's) set of rudder pedals, which are interconnected.

  • Page 86: Avionics Power Switch

    SECTION 7 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG switch, labeled BAT, controls all electrical power to the airplane. The left half, labeled ALT, controls the alternator. Normally, both sides of the master switch should be used simultane- ously;...

  • Page 87: Circuit Breakers And Fuses

    CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS GROUND SERVICE PLUG RECEPTACLE high-low voltage control unit mounted on the engine side of the firewall and a red warning light labeled LOW VOLTAGE, on the left side of the A ground service plug receptacle may be installed to permit the use of instrument panel adjacent to the manifold pressure gage.

  • Page 88: Cabin Heating, Ventilating And Defrosting System

    SECTION 7 SECTION 7 CESSNA CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG CABIN HEATING, VENTILATING AND Post lights (if installed) are mounted at the edge of each instrument and DEFROSTING SYSTEM provide direct lighting. To use post lighting, move the slide switch in the...

  • Page 89: Airspeed Indicator

    SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG indicator and static pressure to the airspeed indicator, vertical speed indicator and altimeter. The system is composed of either an unheated or...

  • Page 90: Vertical Speed Indicator

    CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS Knowing the calibrated airspeed, read true airspeed on the ring opposite the calibrated airspeed. VERTICAL SPEED INDICATOR The vertical speed indicator depicts airplane rate of climb or descent in feet per minute.

  • Page 91: Suction Gage

    SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG SUCTION GAGE USED WITH ONE OR TWO TRANSMITTERS The suction gage, located at the upper right corner of the instrument panel, is calibrated in inches of mercury and indicates suction available for operation of the attitude and directional indicators.

  • Page 92: Transmitter Selector Switch

    SECTION 7 CESSNA SECTION 7 CESSNA AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS MODEL 172RG operational features of both audio control panels are similar and are NAV/COM radios only. Communication receiver audio is selected by the discussed in the following paragraphs.

  • Page 93: Auto Audio Selector Switch

    SIDETONE OPERATION NOTE Cessna radios are equipped with sidetone capability (monitoring of When transmitting, the pilot should key the microphone, the operator's own voice transmission). While adjusting sidetone, be place the microphone as close as possible to the lips and aware that if the sidetone volume level is set too high, audio feedback speak directly into it.

  • Page 94: Static Dischargers

    SECTION 7 CESSNA MODEL 172RG AIRPLANE & SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS STATIC DISCHARGERS If frequent IFR flights are planned, installation of wick-type static dischargers is recommended to improve radio communications during flight through dust or various forms of precipitation (rain, snow or ice crystals).

  • Page 95: Service & Maintenance

    INTRODUCTION AIRPLANE HANDLING, This section contains factory-recommended procedures for proper ground handling and routine care and servicing of your Cessna. It also identifies certain inspection and maintenance requirements which must SERVICE & MAINTENANCE be followed if your airplane is to retain that new-plane performance and dependability.

  • Page 96: Airplane File

    The following additional publications, plus many other supplies that Manual. 2. Weight and Balance, and associated papers (latest copy of the are applicable to your airplane, are available from your Cessna Dealer. Repair and Alteration Form, FAA Form 337, if applicable). •...

  • Page 97: Cessna Progressive Care

    While these important inspections will be performed for you by adherence to factory-recommended inspection intervals and maintenance any Cessna Dealer, in most cases you will prefer to have the Dealer from procedures. whom you purchased the airplane accomplish this work.

  • Page 98: Ground Handling

    SECTION 8 CESSNA SECTION 8 CESSNA HANDLING, SERVICE MODEL 172RG HANDLING, SERVICE MODEL 172RG & MAINTENANCE & MAINTENANCE GROUND HANDLING NOTE TOWING Do not apply pressure on the elevator or outboard stabil- izer surfaces. When pushing on the tailcone, always apply The airplane is most easily and safely maneuvered by hand with the pressure at a bulkhead to avoid buckling the skin.

  • Page 99: Servicing

    Since Cessna Dealers conduct all service, inspection, and test proce- OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE -- dures in accordance with applicable Service Manuals, it is recommended...

  • Page 100: Fuel

    SECTION 8 CESSNA CESSNA SECTION 8 HANDLING, SERVICE MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG HANDLING, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE & MAINTENANCE items during subsequent servicing operations is recom- While these conditions are quite rare and will not normally pose a mended. problem to owners and operators, they do exist in certain areas of the world and consequently must be dealt with, when encountered.

  • Page 101: Landing Gear

    The painted exterior surfaces of your new Cessna have a durable, long lasting finish and, under normal conditions, require no polishing or LANDING GEAR buffing.

  • Page 102: Propeller Care

    The soap suds, used sparingly, will remove traces of dirt and grease. The soap Cessna Dealers' mechanics have been trained in the proper adjustment should be removed with a clean damp cloth.
  • Page 103 SECTION 9 CESSNA SUPPLEMENTS MODEL 172RG SECTION 9 SUPPLEMENTS ( Optional Systems Description & Operating Procedures) TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Supplements (General): 1 Carburetor Air Temperature Gage ..........(2 pages) 2 Digital Clock ..................(4 pages) 3 Ground Service Plug Receptacle ..........(4 pages) 4 Strobe Light System ...............

  • Page 104: Supplements (General)

    CARBURETOR AIR PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA SECTION 9 TEMPERATURE GAGE SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENTS MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT I NTRODUCTION This section consists of a series of supplements, each covering a single optional system which may be installed in the airplane. Each supplement...

  • Page 105: Digital Clock

    DIGITAL CLOCK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CARBURETOR AIR PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT TEMPERATURE GAGE SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES DIGITAL CLOCK There is no change to the airplane normal procedures when the carburetor air temperature gage is installed. It is good practice to monitor the gage periodically and keep the needle out of the yellow arc during possible carburetor icing conditions.
  • Page 106 DIGITAL CLOCK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK DIGITAL CLOCK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT Figure 1. Digital Clock LH Button: Sets date and LH Button: Resets timer to ti me of day (when used "zero". with RH button). SECTION 4 Center Button: Alternately...

  • Page 107: Ground Service Plug Receptacle

    DIGITAL CLOCK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK GROUND SERVICE PLUG MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT RECEPTACLE SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT Pressing the button two additional times will cause the time to appear with the hours digits flashing. Using the button as before, advance the hour digits to the correct hour as referenced to a known time standard.
  • Page 108 GROUND SERVICE PLUG PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK GROUND SERVICE PLUG PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK RECEPTACLE SUPPLEMENT RECEPTACLE SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG MODEL 172RG SECTION 2 The ground service plug receptacle circuit incorporates a polarity reversal protection. Power from the external power source will flow only if LIMITATIONS the ground service plug is correctly connected to the airplane.

  • Page 109: Strobe Light System

    PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK STROBE LIGHT SYSTEM MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT STROBE LIGHT SYSTEM SECTION 1 GENERAL The high intensity strobe light system enhances anti-collision protec- tion for the airplane. The system consists of two wing tip-mounted strobe lights (with integral power supplies), a rocker switch, labeled STROBE LT, and a 5-amp push-to-reset circuit breaker.

  • Page 110: Winterization Kit

    STROBE LIGHT SYSTEM PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK WINTERIZATION KIT MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG SECTION 4 SUPPLEMENT NORMAL PROCEDURES WINTERIZATION KIT To operate the strobe light system, proceed as follows: 1. Master Switch -- ON. 2. Strobe Light Switch -- ON. SECTION 1 SECTION 5 GENERAL...

  • Page 111: Dme (Type 190)

    PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK WINTERIZATION KIT PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK (TYPE 190) SUPPLEMENT MODEL 172RG SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT On right side of instrument panel: WINTERIZATION KIT (RIGHT AND LEFT NOSE- CAP COVER AND OIL COOLER COVER PLATE) MUST BE REMOVED WHEN THE OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 20°F.
  • Page 112 DME is coupled to an R-NAV system. Since this DME is not factory take the airplane to travel the distance to the channeled station. This time installed with an R-NAV system on Cessna airplanes, the R-NAV indicator lamp is only accurate when flying directly TO the station and after the ground should never be illuminated.

  • Page 113: Emergency Locator Transmitter (Elt)

    PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK EMERGENCY LOCATOR PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK 190) (TYPE SUPPLEMENT TRANSMITTER (ELT) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 3 SUPPLEMENT EMERGENCY PROCEDURES EMERGENCY LOCATOR There is no change to the airplane emergency procedures when this avionic equipment is installed. TRANSMITTER (ELT) SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES SECTION 1 TO OPERATE:...
  • Page 114 EMERGENCY LOCATOR PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK EMERGENCY LOCATOR PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK TRANSMITTER (ELT) SUPPLEMENT TRANSMITTER (ELT) SUPPLEMENT 2. PRIOR TO SIGHTING RESCUE AIRCRAFT -- Conserve airplane battery. Do not activate radio transceiver. 3. AFTER SIGHTING RESCUE AIRCRAFT -- Place ELT function selector switch in the OFF position, preventing radio interference.

  • Page 115: Foster Area Navigation System (Type 511)

    PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION (TYPE 511) SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION SYSTEM (Type 511) SECTION 1 GENERAL The Foster Area Navigation System (RNAV - Type 511) consists of a 511 Area Nav Computer, a compatible VHF navigation receiver, a DME Adapter Module and DME.
  • Page 116 FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK (TYPE 511) (TYPE 511) SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS This RNAV installation is not approved for IFR operations and the following information is displayed on individual placards: 1. Adjacent to panel unit when used with the DME 190: RNAV FOR VFR FLIGHT ONLY TUNE DME &...
  • Page 117 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT (TYPE 511) (TYPE 511) SECTION 4 WAYPOINT PUSHBUTTON (WPT) - Activates the waypoint data dialed into the RIGHT side thumbwheels (8). When pressed, the WPT pushbutton lights to NORMAL OPERATION indicate which waypoint is "active".
  • Page 118 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK SUPPLEMENT (TYPE 511) TYPE 511) SUPPLEMENT RNAV BEARING Readout -- OBSERVE readout for magnetic Excess RANGE to Waypoint (6) -- This would be any value BEARING to waypoint. over 199 NM.

  • Page 119: Hf Transceiver (Type Pt10

    FOSTER AREA NAVIGATION PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK HF TRANSCEIVER (TYPE 511) SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT (TYPE PT10-A) waypoint, if necessary, can be set into the right-hand SUPPLEMENT thumbwheels after the initial right-hand waypoint is passed. This procedure can be followed for as many waypoints as necessary, providing that the desired Nav HF TRANSCEIVER receiver is selected and the VORTAC frequency has been...
  • Page 120 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK TRANSCEIVER TRANSCEIVER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK SUPPLEMENT (TYPE PT10-A) (TYPE PT10-A) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES There is no change to the airplane emergency procedures when this avionic equipment is installed. SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES COMMUNICATIONS TRANSCEIVER OPERATION: Switch (on audio control panel) -- SELECT transmit- 1.

  • Page 121: Ssb Hf Transceiver (Type Asb-125)

    PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK TRANSCEIVER TRANSCEIVER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK (TYPE ASB-125) SUPPLEMENT (TYPE PT10-A) SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE SSB HF TRANSCEIVER There is no change to the airplane performance when this avionic (TYPE ASB-.25) equipment is installed. However, the installation of an externally mounted antenna or several related external antennas, will result in a minor reduction in cruise performance.
  • Page 122 TRANSCEIVER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK TRANSCEIVER S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT SUPPLEMENT (TYPE ASB-125) (TYPE ASB-125) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 2 LIMITATIONS There is no change to the airplane limitations when this avionic equipment is installed. SECTION 3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES There is no change to the airplane emergency procedures when this avionic equipment is installed.
  • Page 123 VHF navigation receiver. There is no change to the airplane performance when this avionic The operating controls for the Cessna 200A Navomatic are located on equipment is installed. However, the installation of an externally mounted the front panel of the computer-amplifier, shown in Figure 1.
  • Page 124 13. A/P SWITCH - Turns autopilot ON or OFF. Figure 1. Cessna 200A Autopilot, Operating Controls and Indicators Figure 1. Cessna 200A Autopilot, Operating Controls and Indicators (Sheet 1 of 2)
  • Page 125 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 200A AUTOPILOT CESSNA 200A AUTOPILOT PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK SUPPLEMENT (TYPE AF-295B) (TYPE AF-295B) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 2 INFLIGHT WINGS LEVELING: LIMITATIONS 1. Airplane Rudder Trim -- ADJUST for zero slip ("Ball" centered on Turn Coordinator). 2. PULL-TURN Knob -- CENTER and PULL out.

  • Page 126: 300 Adf (Type

    Operating controls minutes from intercept, use a manual intercept procedure. and displays for the Cessna 300 ADF are shown and described in Figure 1. The audio system used in conjunction with this radio for speaker-phone NAV TRACKING (VOR/LOC): selection is shown and described in Section 7 of this handbook.
  • Page 127 2. FREQUENCY SELECTORS - Knob (A) selects 100-kHz increments of receiver frequency, knob (B) selects 10-kHz increments, and knob (C) selects 1 kHz increments. Figure 1. Cessna 300 ADF Operating Controls and Indicators (Sheet 1 of 2) 1 July 1979 1 July 1979...
  • Page 128 CESSNA 300 ADF S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT CESSNA 300 ADF PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK (TYPE R-546E) SUPPLEMENT (TYPE R-546E) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 3 VOL Control -- ADJUST to desired listening level. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NOTE A 1000-Hz tone is heard in the audio output when a CW There is no change to the airplane emergency procedures when this signal (Morse Code) is tuned in properly.

  • Page 129: 300 Nav/Com (Type

    (720-Channel - Type RT-385A) SECTION . GENERAL The Cessna 300 Nav/ Com (Type RT-385A), shown in figure 1, consists of a panel-mounted receiver-transmitter and a single or dual-pointer remote course deviation indicator. The set includes a 720-channel VHF communications receiver- transmitter and a 200-channel VHF navigation receiver, both of which may be operated simultaneously.
  • Page 130 The "5" or "0" may be read as the third decimal digit, which is not displayed in the Com fractional frequency display. Figure 1. Cessna 300 Nav/Com (Type RT-385A), Operating Controls Figure 1. Cessna 300 Nav/Com (Type RT-385A), Operating Controls...
  • Page 131 SUPPLEMENT NAV/TO-FROM INDICATOR - Operates only with a VOR or localizer signal. The Cessna 300 Nav/Com incorporates a variable threshold automatic Red NAV position (Flag) indicates unusable signal. With usable VOR signal, squelch. With this squelch system, you set the threshold level for auto- indicates whether selected course is TO or FROM station.
  • Page 132 OBS Knob (If Applicable) -- SELECT desired course. NAVIGATION OPERATION: NOTE The pilot should be aware that on many Cessna airplanes equipped with the windshield mounted glide slope antenna, pilots should avoid use of 2700 ± 100 RPM on airplanes equipped with a two-bladed propeller or 1800 ±...
  • Page 133 GENERAL ment. NAV/TO-FROM indicator shows FROM. 6. ID/VOX/T Switch -- RELEASE for normal operation. The Cessna 300 Transponder (Type RT-359A), shown in Figure 1, is the NOTE airborne component of an Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System ( ATCRBS). The transponder enables the ATC ground controller to "see"...
  • Page 134 IDENT pulse or satisfactory self-test opera- tion. (Reply lamp will also glow steadily during initial warm-up period.) Figure 1. Cessna 300 Transponder and Altitude Encoder (Blind) Figure 1. Cessna 300 Transponder and Altitude Encoder (Blind)

  • Page 135: Altitude Encoder (Blind)

    CESSNA 300 TRANSPONDER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 300 TRANSPONDER S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT AND ALTITUDE ENCODER (BLIND) SUPPLEMENT AND ALTITUDE ENCODER (BLIND) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 2 2. Function Switch -- ON. LIMITATIONS 3. DIM Control -- ADJUST light brilliance of reply lamp.
  • Page 136 (Type EA-40.A) SECTION . GENERAL The Cessna 300 Transponder (Type RT-359A), shown in Figure 1, is the airborne component of an Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System ( ATCRBS). The transponder enables the ATC ground controller to "see" and identify the aircraft, while in flight, on the control center's radarscope more readily.
  • Page 137 IDENT pulse or satisfactory self-test opera- tion. (Reply Lamp will also glow steadily during initial warm-up period.) Figure 1. Cessna 300 Transponder and Encoding Altimeter (Sheet 2 of 2) Figure 1. Cessna 300 Transponder and Encoding Altimeter (Sheet 1 of 2)

  • Page 138: Encoding Altimeter (Type

    CESSNA 300 TRANSPONDER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 300 TRANSPONDER PILOT AND ENCODING ALTIMETER SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT AND ENCODING ALTIMETER SECTION 3 ID Button -- DEPRESS momentarily when instructed by ground controller to "squawk IDENT" (reply lamp will glow steadily, EMERGENCY PROCEDURES indicating IDENT operation).

  • Page 139: General

    The 300A Navomatic will also intercept and track a VOR or localizer course using signals from a VHF navigation receiver. The operating controls for the Cessna 300A Navomatic are located on the front panel of the computer-amplifier and on the directional gyro, shown in Figure 1.
  • Page 140 14. A/P SWITCH - Turns autopilot ON or OFF. Figure 1. Cessna 300A Autopilot, Operating Controls and Indicators Figure 1. Cessna 300A Autopilot, Operating Controls and Indicators (Sheet 1 of 2)

  • Page 141: Limitations

    PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 300A AUTOPILOT PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 300A AUTOPILOT SUPPLEMENT (TYPE AF-395A) SUPPLEMENT (TYPE AF-395A) SECTION 2 INFLIGHT WINGS LEVELING: LIMITATIONS 1. Airplane Rudder Trim -- ADJUST for zero slip ("Ball" centered on Turn Coordinator). 2. PULL-TURN Knob -- CENTER and PULL out.
  • Page 142 2. HI SENS Button -- Disengage for enroute omni tracking (leave engaged for localizer). Operation of the Cessna 400 Glide Slope system is controlled by the associated navigation system. The functions and indications of typical 300 NOTE series glide slope indicators are pictured and described in Figure 1.
  • Page 143 NORMAL PROCEDURES TO RECEIVE GLIDE SLOPE SIGNALS: NOTE The pilot should be aware that on many Cessna airplanes equipped with the windshield mounted glide slope antenna, pilots should avoid use of 2700 ±100 RPM on airplanes equipped with a two-bladed propeller or 1800 1.
  • Page 144 Operating controls for the marker beacon system are supplied on the front of the two types of audio control panels used in this Cessna aircraft. The operating controls for the marker beacon are different on the two audio control panels.
  • Page 145 The large, outer control knob labeled for the marker beacon lights. When the Cessna 400 Marker Beacon controls are incorporated in an audio control panel incorporated with two or less transmitters a marker eacon audio level adjustment potentiometer and an annunciator lights...
  • Page 146 Press MUTE switch to provide an approximate 30 seconds temporary blanking out of Marker Beacon audio tone. The marker beacon audio tone identifier is automatically Figure 2. Cessna 400 Marker Beacon Operating Controls and Indicator restored at the end of the muting period. Lights Supplied With Three Transmitters.
  • Page 147 GENERAL 1. OFF/ VOL Control -- TURN to VOL position and adjust to desired The Cessna 400 Transponder (Type RT-459A), shown in Figure 1, is the listening level. Clockwise rotation increases audio level. airborne component of an Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System HI/LO Sen Switch -- SELECT HI position for airway flying or LO ( ATCRBS).
  • Page 148 GENERAL 1. OFF/VOL Control -- TURN to VOL position and adjust to desired The Cessna 400 Transponder (Type RT-459A), shown in Figure 1, is the listening level. Clockwise rotation increases audio level. 2. HI/LO Sen Switch -- SELECT HI position for airway flying or LO airborne component of an Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System "...
  • Page 149 IDENT pulse or satisfactory self-test opera- tion. (Reply lamp will also glow steadily during initial warm-up period.) Figure 1. Cessna 400 Transponder and Altitude Encoder (Blind) Figure 1. Cessna 400 Transponder and Altitude Encoder (Blind)
  • Page 150 CESSNA 400 TRANSPONDER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 400 TRANSPONDER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND ALTITUDE ENCODER (BLIND) SUPPLEMENT AND ALTITUDE ENCODER (BLIND) SUPPLEMENT SECTION 2 2. Function Switch -- ON. 3. DIM Control -- ADJUST light brilliance of reply lamp. LIMITATIONS...
  • Page 151 (Type EA-401 A) SECTION 1 GENERAL The Cessna 400 Transponder (Type RT-459A), shown in Figure 1, is the airborne component of an Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System " ( ATCRBS). The transponder enables the ATC ground controller to "see and identify the aircraft, while in flight, on the control center's radarscope more readily.
  • Page 152 27.9 to 31.0 inches of mercury on standard altimeter or 950 to 1050 millibars on the optional altimeter. Figure 1. Cessna 400 Transponder and Encoding Altimeter Figure 1. Cessna 400 Transponder and Encoding Altimeter Operating Controls (Sheet 1 of 2)
  • Page 153 CESSNA 400 TRANSPONDER PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK CESSNA 400 TRANSPONDER AND ENCODING ALTIMETER SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT AND ENCODING ALTIMETER SECTION 2 2. Function Switch -- ON. 3. DIM Control -- ADJUST light brilliance of reply lamp. LIMITATIONS NOTE There is no change to the airplane performance when this avionic During normal operation with function switch in ON equipment is installed.
  • Page 154 This Supplemental Airplane Flight Manual must be carried in the airplane when the Secondary Seat Stop modification is installed in accordance with Cessna Single-Engine Service Bulletin SEB89-2. The information contained herein supplements or supersedes the information contained in the form of placards, markings, manuals and For limitations and procedures not contained in this checklists.
  • Page 155 SUPPLEMENTAL SECONDARY SUPPLEMENTAL SECONDARY AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SEAT STOP AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SEAT STOP NOTE SECTION 1 • The installation shown depicts a seat stop lever and seat stop plate installed on the inboard seat rail and inboard side of a pilot's seat. GENERAL •...
  • Page 156 Approved Airplane Flight Manual when the Secondary Seat Stop passage of each stop plate tab and the aft seat roller housing. modification is installed in accordance with Cessna Single-Engine Service Bulletin SEB89-2. The pilot should demonstrate the operation of all seats to the passengers before flight.
  • Page 157 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SECONDARY AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SECONDARY SUPPLEMENT SEAT STOP SUPPLEMENT SEAT STOP SECTION 1 NOTE • The installation shown depicts a seat stop lever and seat stop plate installed GENERAL on the inboard seat rail and inboard side of a pilot's seat. •...
  • Page 158 AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SECONDARY SUPPLEMENT SEAT STOP ground egress is required after a forced landing or ditching. The pilot seat cannot be moved aft appreciably without releasing both the normal locking device and the secon- dary seat stop simultaneously. SECTION 4 NORMAL PROCEDURES During the Preflight Inspection, test the pilot's seat for proper operation by releasing the seat locking pins, moving the seat full forward,...
  • Page 159 Dieser Anhang zum Flughandbuch gehört zu dem Flugzeug: Dieser Anhang zum Flughandbuch enthält alle ergänzenden Informationen, die für den Betrieb des Flugzeuges Cessna 172 RG mit der Schalldämpfer- anlage LIESE-V76-66 erforderlich sind. Die Angaben des Original-Flughandbuches sind weiterhin gültig, sofern in diesem Anhang zum Flughandbuch nichts anderes festgelegt ist.
  • Page 160 Seite 4 von 4 Hermann LIESE FLUGTECHNIK Truderingerstr. 2 Anhang zum Flughandbuch Flughandbuch Anhang zum Truderingerstr. 2 D-82008 UNTERHACHING Cessna 172 RG Cessna 172 RG -82008 UNTERHACHING Tel/FAX: 089 6113249 Ausgabe: 22.7.96 Tel/FAX: 089 6113249 Ausgabe: 22.7.96 Abschnitt I: Allgemeines Abschnitt V: Flugleistungen Dieses Flugzeug ist mit einer Schalldämpferanlage LIESE-V76-66...
  • Page 161 CESSNA MODELS 172RG PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK AND/OR FAA/DAS APPROVED AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SUPPLEMENT CENTURY FLIGHT SYSTEMS, INC. CENTURY 2000 AUTOPILOT, MODEL AK1002 SECTION I GENERAL This supplement must be attached to the appropriate FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual, Pilot's Operating Handbook, or Pilot's Operating Handbook and FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual when Century Flight Systems, Inc.
  • Page 163 SECTION 2 OPERATING LIMITATIONS 1. Autopilot OFF during take-off and landing. 2. Maximum airspeed for autopilot operation is 140 KIAS. 3. Required placard, P/N 13A990-1 stating "Conduct trim check prior to first flight of day (See POH)" to be installed in clear view of pilot. 4.
  • Page 164 CAUTION: Do not overpower autopilot in pitch for more than approximately 3 seconds as the autotrim system will cause an increase in pitch overpower forces. 1. Autopilot may be disconnect by: a. Pressing the Master Disconnect Switch on the pilot's control wheel.
  • Page 165 CAUTION: If the aircraft is equipped with Trim Prompting; Prior to autopilot disengagement, the pilot should verify both tri m prompting annunciators are extinguished and the aircraft control wheel is in hand. In the event that there is excess nose UP or nose DN Trim Prompting the "G"...
  • Page 166 CAUTION: Any failure of the above procedures indicates that a failure exists in the system and the system shall not be operated until the failure has been located and corrected. 4-2 TRIM PROMPTER The autopilot has the feature of sensing and annunciating the need, amount, and direction of pitch elevator trim when the The need and direction of elevator trim autopilot is engaged.
  • Page 167 NOTE: Failure to follow the trim annunciation will result in i mproper pitch axis performance. NOTE: This section supersedes all references made to the automatic and manual electric trim in the Century 2000 POH. 4-3 SPECIAL OPERATIONS AND INFORMATION ALTITUDE HOLD OPERATION For best results, reduce rate of climb or descent to 1000 FPM before engaging altitude hold mode.
  • Page 168 The autopilot will not decouple from the GS or NOTE: localizer in the event of radio failure, however, warnings will flash in the mode appropriate to the failure. Monitor course guidance raw data during the approach to assure signal quality. INSTRUMENT APPROACH GO-AROUND MANEUVER 1.
  • Page 169 SECTION 6 OPERATIONAL DATA Text of this Section not affected by Supplement. SECTION 7 REQUIRED OPERATING EQUIPMENT Text of this Section not affected by Supplement. SECTION 8 WEIGHT AND BALANCE Text of this Section not affected by Supplement. CENTURY FLIGHT SYSTEMS INC. FAA/DAS APPROVED DATE: 1-22-93 P/N 68S1063 9 of 9...
  • Page 170 AVIONITEC Ltd. General Aviation Center P.O. Box 1351 AFM- S uppl e ment 8058 Zurich-Airport Cessna 172RG Switzerland King GPS KLN-89B Swiss FOCa approved AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL SUPPLEMENT for Bendix/King GPS KLN-89B Make : Cessna A/C Model: 172RG S/N :...
  • Page 171 AVIONITEC Ltd. General Aviation Center P.O. Box 1351 AFM-Supplement 8058 Zurich-Airport Cessna 172RG Switzerland King GPS KLN-89B Log of Revisions...
  • Page 172 AVIONITEC Ltd. General Aviation Center P.O. Box 1351 AFM-Supplement 8058 Zurich-Airport Cessna 172RG Switzerland King GPS KLN-89B Table of contents Page 1 General 2. Limitations 3 Emergency Procedures / Abnormal Procedures 4 Normal Procedures 5. Performance 6. Weight and Balance 7.
  • Page 173 AVIONITEC Ltd. General Aviation Center P.O. Box 1351 AFM-Supplement 8058 Zurich-Airport Cessna 172RG Switzerland King GPS KLN-89B Section 1 - GENERAL The KLN-89B GPS panel mounted unit contains the GPS sensor, the navigation computer, a CRT display, and all controls required to operate the unit. It also houses the data base card which plugs directly into the front of the unit.

  • Page 174: Normal Procedures

    AVIONITEC Ltd. General Aviation Center P.O. Box 1351 AFM-Supplement 8058 Zurich-Airport Cessna 172RG Switzerland King GPS KLN-89B Section 2 - LIMITATIONS The KLN-89B GPS Pilot's Guide, P/N 066-08786-0000, Rev. 4, 5/98 (or later applicable revision) must be immediately available to the flight crew whenever navigation is predicated on the use of the system.

  • Page 175: Performance

    AVIONITEC Ltd. General Aviation Center P.O. Box 1351 AFM-Supplement 8058 Zurich-Airport Cessna 172RG Switzerland King GPS KLN-89B PILOT'S DISPLAY Left/Right and To/From steering information is presented on the pilot's HSI as an output from the permanently connected KLN-89B GPS. AUTOPILOT COUPLED OPERATION The KLN-89B may be coupled to the autopilot by first selecting NAV or Approach Mode on the Century 2000 NP-Computer.

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