SECTION 5
CESSNA
PERFORMANCE
MODEL 172RG
CRUISE PERFORMANCE
PRESSURE ALTITUDE 12,000 FEET
CESSNA
SECTION 5
MODEL 172RG
PERFORMANCE
RANGE PROFILE
45 MINUTES RESERVE
44 GALLONS USABLE FUEL
CONDITIONS:
2650 Pounds
Recommended Lean Mixture for Cruise
Standard Temperature
Zero Wind
NOTE:
This chart allows for the fuel used for engine start, taxi, takeoff and climb, and the
distance during a normal climb up to 8000 feet and maximum climb above 8000 feet.
NOTE
For best fuel economy, operate at the leanest mixture that
results in smooth engine operation or at peak EGT if an
EGT indicator is installed.
Figure 5-7. Cruise Performance (Sheet 6 of 6)
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1 July 1979
Figure 5-8.
Range Profile (Sheet 1 of 2)
1 July 1979
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CONDITIONS:
2650 Pounds
Recommended Lean Mixture
Cowl Flaps Closed