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Cessna 175A

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The Cessna 175A Skylark is a model in the 175 / P172 / R172 Series family. It is described here as a Four-seat piston single. FAA type-certificate reference: 3A17.

Cessna 175A specifications

ManufacturerCessna
Model175A
Aircraft typeFour-seat piston single
Seats4
Landing gearFixed tricycle
CertificationFAA 3A17

Cessna 175A weights and capacities

Maximum takeoff weight2,350 lb
Standard fuel capacity52 gal total / 42 gal usable
Maximum baggage120 lb combined

Cessna 175A engine and configuration

EngineContinental · 175 hp · @ 3,200 rpm

Cessna 175A history and development

The 175A continued the Skylark series with GO-300C or GO-300D engine eligibility. Its landplane and seaplane certificated weights are not identical.

Cessna 175A fuel capacity

Standard total fuel: 52 U.S. gallons. Standard usable fuel: 42 U.S. gallons.

Cessna 175A configurations and applicability

Normal-category landplane

Maximum takeoff weight2,350 lb

Approved seaplane configuration

Maximum takeoff weight2,450 lb

Cessna 175A model applicability and configuration

This model is certificated under FAA TCDS 3A17. Engine, category, loading and serial-number applicability must be matched to the individual aircraft. The TCDS separately allows 2,450 lb for the approved seaplane configuration.

Cessna 175A weight and balance

Maximum takeoff weight: 2,350 lb. Maximum combined baggage: 120 lb. The represented normal-category maximum weight is 2,350 lb. Use the current aircraft weight-and-balance report and approved loading instructions for operational calculations. Use the approved aircraft-specific documentation and current weight-and-balance record for operational calculations. WBcalc does not currently provide a model-specific Cessna 175A Skylark calculator.

Always verify aircraft applicability. Check the current POH or AFM, equipment list and weight and balance records for the individual aircraft.

Cessna 175A frequently asked questions

What is the maximum takeoff weight of the Cessna 175A Skylark?

The represented maximum takeoff weight is 2,350 lb.

How much usable fuel does the Cessna 175A Skylark carry?

The represented standard usable fuel capacity is 42 U.S. gallons.

Reference sources

FAA: Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A17

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