Cessna 172 Skyhawk (C172)
The most-produced aircraft in history: the Cessna 172 is the quintessential training and touring single, ubiquitous at flying clubs.
172 Skyhawk in the air right now
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Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Cessna
- ICAO type code
- C172
- Category
- General aviation
- Engines
- 1 a pistoni
- First flight
- 1955
About the Cessna 172 Skyhawk
The most-produced aircraft in history: the Cessna 172 is the quintessential training and touring single, ubiquitous at flying clubs.
Frequently asked questions
How many Cessna 172 Skyhawk are flying right now? +
The live count at the top of this page filters the FlyItalyADSB feed by the ICAO type code C172, so it shows how many 172 Skyhawk are currently within the network's coverage. It changes minute by minute.
What is the C172 code? +
C172 is the ICAO type designator of the Cessna 172 Skyhawk — the code that identifies the model in the ADS-B and Mode-S messages received by the network.
How many engines and seats does the Cessna 172 Skyhawk have? +
The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is powered by 1 a pistoni. It first flew in 1955.
Is the flight data free and open? +
Yes. FlyItalyADSB is a non-profit project and the data is published under the open CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.
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