Why did Cessna stop making the 162?

By late 2013 “droves” of position holders had canceled their orders due to price increases and failure of the design to meet expectations. In October 2013, at the National Business Aviation Association convention, Cessna CEO Scott Ernest stated that the Cessna 162 had “no future”.

Is the Cessna 162 a good plane?

Cessna’s 162 skycatcher is vastly different from its forebears, but with its gentle handling and good manners, it too is a very light airplane that won’t frighten new pilots. The Skycatcher will top out at 118 knots, or just under 136 mph, and at full power, it burns about six gallons of aviation gasoline per hour.

What happens if a Cessna engine fails?

If all of an airplane’s engines fail simultaneously, the pilot will perform an emergency landing. As the airplane descends and decelerates, the pilot will begin to search for a safe area to perform an emergency landing. Ideally, the pilot will land on a nearby landing.

Can you fly a Cessna 162 with a sport pilot license?

The Cessna Skycatcher, or “162,” is one of the latest piston aircraft from the Cessna Aircraft company. The 162 is able to be used for the FAA’s new Sport-Pilot license.

What is the useful load for a Cessna 162?

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Cessna 162 Skycatcher

Is kitfox an LSA?

Does the Kitfox qualify for Light Sport Aircraft (LSA)? Absolutely! The current Kitfox can be operated at the 1320 lb gross weight when on gear and the 1430 lb gross when on floats. It can also be converted from floats, to skis, to tail wheel or to tricycle gear…

Can a sport pilot fly a Cessna 150?

No, the Cessna 150, 152, and 172 does not meet the definition of light-sport aircraft. All of these airplanes are over the maximum weight allowed for someone with only a sport pilot license to fly. This is a very commonly asked question since these Cessna planes are very popular and widely available.