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? ______________ _______________________________________________________________________ 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?__________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ What is the proper sequence of procedures that should follow an electrical fire in flight? ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ What should you do if you are in flight and see that the ammeter is showing an excessive charge? ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ How do you recover from a spin? ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 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 ________________