The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is one of the most iconic airplanes ever. But how capable is it, actually? Here's what you need to know about its range and top speed.

The instrument panel’s shape on early 172s was very similar to the Cessna 170’s, but in 1959 the panel shape began to morph into what we’ve become accustomed to in the 172.

After all, there was another aircraft that also first flew in 1955, Cessna’s Model 172 Skyhawk, a Mach 0.17 (125 mph) performer versus Crusader’s Mach 1.2.

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a reliable single-engine, high-wing aircraft with a range of about 600 nautical miles. For those looking for a forgiving learning platform, this four-seater with docile ...

Annual maintenance costs of a Cessna 172 varies based on the aircraft’s year, model, and operating mission. [Credit: Corey Sampson] What does it cost to maintain an airplane properly? My answer ...

There’s hardly a pilot flying today who hasn’t logged at least a few hours in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk. It’s the world’s best-selling single-engine airplane, with more than 35,000 built since ...

This single-engine Cessna 172 is flight instructor Kim Conrad's lifeline whenever she takes to the sky. "They're very, very reliable airplanes," said Conrad. "It's a tried and true design.

Cessna continues to tweak the performance parameters of its new midsize business jet, the Citation Latitude, announcing its second boost in range since the aircraft was unveiled last fall. The new ...

The duo had managed to fly their own Cessna 172 for a full 50 days, landing on September 21 1958. It was clear changes were needed. For the next attempt, Kuenzi reinstalled the plane’s original ...