CERTIFIED FLYERS
Cessna 172SP Checkout Quiz
What is the maximum takeoff weight for the C172? _______________
What is the horsepower rating? _______________
What is the total usable amount of fuel for the C172? Total unusable? ______________
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How many fuel sumps are under each wing? Under the nose? _____________________
What is the minimum amount of oil the plane must contain prior to takeoff? What is the
maximum? _____________________________________________________________
What are the V speeds for the C172?
Vne __________
Vso __________
Vs ___________
Vfe __________
Vno __________
Va (range) ____________
Best glide ____________
Vx ___________
Vy ___________
What is the proper sequence of procedures that should follow an engine failure in cruise
flight?__________________________________________________________________
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What is the proper sequence of procedures that should follow an electrical fire in flight?
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What should you do if you are in flight and see that the ammeter is showing an excessive
charge?
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How do you recover from a spin?
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What is the maximum demonstrated crosswind velocity? _________________
During the magneto check, the RPM drop should not exceed _____RPM on either
magneto or show greater than _____RPM differential between magnetos.
Calculate a sample weight and balance.
Basic empty weight: 1650 lbs.
Airplane moment: 60,700 lbs/in.
Fuel: 42 gallons
Pilot and front passenger: 350 lbs.
Rear passenger: 120 lbs.
Baggage area #1: 20 lbs.
What is the center of gravity? ____________
What is the airplane weight? ____________
Is the airplane within weight and balance limits? _______________
Calculate the distances for short field takeoff & landing using maximum gross weight,
4000 feet pressure altitude, and 95 degrees.
Takeoff _____________
Landing _____________
Be familiar with the maneuvers that will be asked of you on the checkout including stalls
& recoveries, slow flight, steep turns, emergency procedures, takeoffs & landings, and
go-arounds.
Pilot _______________________ Date ________________
Instructor ___________________ Date ________________