Experience the Cessna 172SP Skyhawk

The Cessna 172SP Skyhawk is a four-seat general aviation aircraft that combines power, safety, and comfort, making it an excellent choice for flight training, aircraft rental, or personal flying adventures. With its high-wing design and spacious cabin, pilots and passengers alike enjoy excellent visibility and a comfortable ride, whether learning to fly or cruising cross-country.

Designed for Versatility

The Skyhawk SP has become a staple in flight schools and rental fleets worldwide, trusted by students, private pilots, and professionals for its forgiving handling and dependable design. Its combination of performance, reliability, and carrying capacity make it one of the most versatile aircraft in its class.

Performance You Can Rely On

Powered by a 180 horsepower Lycoming IO-360-L2A engine, the 172SP cruises at speeds of up to 124 knots while burning around 9.5 gallons of fuel per hour. With a service ceiling of 14,000 feet, it’s well-suited for both training flights and longer trips, delivering confidence in every phase of flight.

Comfort and Capability

With a maximum gross weight of 2,550 pounds, the Skyhawk SP easily accommodates four people, full fuel, and up to 120 pounds of baggage. Its stable controls, smooth handling, and upgraded avionics options make it a favorite for both new students and seasoned pilots.

Ready for Every Experience

Whether you’re logging your first training hours, renting for a weekend getaway, or taking family and friends on a scenic flight, the Cessna 172SP Skyhawk offers a safe, capable, and enjoyable flying experience. It’s an aircraft designed to inspire confidence and deliver memorable flights at every stage of your aviation journey.

Modern Avionics

The 2006 Cessna 172SP Skyhawk combines the power of its 180 horsepower Lycoming engine with advanced avionics and a comfortable interior designed for both training and cross-country flying.

At the heart of the panel is the Garmin G1000 glass cockpit, a fully integrated flight deck that displays primary flight instruments, engine monitoring, moving maps, GPS navigation, and communication in a clear, intuitive format. Coupled with a reliable autopilot system, the Skyhawk SP offers reduced workload, smoother flights, and enhanced situational awareness.

Inside the cabin, leather seating provides comfort for up to four passengers, while cold air conditioning ensures a pleasant flying environment year-round, a welcome feature for longer trips and warm-weather operations.

This combination of modern avionics, thoughtful interior design, and proven performance makes the Skyhawk SP a well-rounded aircraft for both new pilots and experienced aviators.

Rental Rate

Aircraft Rental: $235 per hour

Pilot Resources

We offer a complete fleet of rental aircraft to suit every type of pilot and mission. Whether you’re looking for affordable options like our Cessna and Vans Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) for training or local flights, or something more advanced, we have the right aircraft for you.

For cross-country trips, our Cessna 182T Skylane delivers a perfect blend of power and practicality. With its Garmin glass cockpit, four-seat comfort, and impressive useful load, the 182 is ideal for pilots who want more performance, safety, and confidence on longer flights.

When it comes to high performance, nothing compares to our Cirrus SR-22. Known for its speed, advanced avionics, luxury interior, and the added peace of mind of the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), the SR-22 is the ultimate traveling machine for pilots who want efficiency and comfort at the same time.

Scheduling is easy and convenient with 24-hour online reservations through FlightSchedulePro.com. Simply log in to reserve your aircraft and we’ll have it ready when you arrive. If you’d rather speak to us directly, just call our desk at (813) 251-1752 and we’ll be happy to help.