Cessna 172 primary trainer
The Cessna 172 is the most widely used training aircraft in the world. Stable, forgiving and easy to see out of, it is the ideal aircraft to learn the fundamentals.
Seats
Excellent downward visibility
Simple, forgiving handling
Used for these programs
Why the 172 is a great trainer
The high wing gives you a clear view of the ground for navigation and landings, while predictable handling helps you build confidence quickly. It is equally capable for instrument training.
- High wing with excellent visibility
- Stable, predictable handling
- Fixed tricycle landing gear
- Equipped for instrument training
- Ideal for first solo and cross-country flights
How you will use the 172
From your first lesson to your first cross-country.
First lessons
Learn basic maneuvers, takeoffs and landings.
First solo
Fly the aircraft alone in the traffic pattern.
Cross-country
Navigate to other airports across Florida.
Instrument training
Fly approaches and holds by reference to instruments.
Maintained to a strict standard
Inspection program
Every aircraft follows a strict inspection and maintenance program.
Preflight discipline
Students learn thorough preflight inspections from day one.
Weather decisions
Every flight starts with a careful weather and risk review.
Safety culture
Safety comes before schedule, on every flight.
Explore the fleet
Yes. It is the most popular training aircraft in the world because it is stable, forgiving and easy to fly.
Yes. The 172 is used for Instrument Rating training as well as Private Pilot.
You will train in aircraft of the same type so your skills transfer from lesson to lesson.
Fly the Cessna 172
Request information or book a discovery flight to experience the 172 yourself.
- 10280 10th St, Miami, FL 33172
- Advising in English and Spanish