Cesna 172

CESSNA 172 TRAINING MANUAL
Illustration 3c Control Y
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Trim System
The Cessna 172 aircraft has a manually operated rudder and elevator trim
system.
Illustration 3d Trim tab Travel
One trim tab is provided on the right side of the elevator, spanning most of the
the rear section of the right elevator. The trim tab moves opposite to the control
surface, reducing the aerodynamic force on the control surface in order to hold
the selected position. Trimming is accomplished through the elevator trim tab by
turning the vertically mounted trim control wheel. Forward (up) rotation of the
ELEVATOR TRIM: ELEVATOR TRIM:

NEW MODELS OLDER MODELS
Illustration 3e Trim Wheel

trim wheel will trim nose-down, conversely, aft (down) rotation will trim nose-
up. The trim tab control wheel depending on the model may be mounted on the
centre console or in the cockpit floor. A portion of the wheel extends through the
control wheel cover and when rotated, operates the tab through roller chains,
cables, an actuator, and a push-pull rod. A position indicator at the trim tab
control wheel indicates nose attitude of the aircraft.
A rudder trim system

is installed in later
models to provide a
means of directional
trim. The
system increases
directional stability
and is especially
useful during climb-
out operations
when the engine is
operating at nearly
full power and the
aircraft forward speed
is
relatively low. The
trim compensates for
engine torque by
applying slight rudder
control in
the direction
necessary for
maintaining straight
forward flight. During
Illustration 3f Trim Connections
cruise, the rudder
trim may be adjusted to maintain balance for any power setting and airspeed.
The rudder trim, if installed, is operated by either a rudder trim control tab or
control wheel mounted on the centre control pedestal.
With a rudder trim control wheel, rotation of the control wheel to the right
provides "NOSE RIGHT" trim, and left rotation provides "NOSE LEFT" trim. A
rudder trim position indicator indicates the trim setting when the trim control
wheel is adjusted.
With a trim lever, trimming is accomplished by lifting the trim lever up to clear a
detent, then moving it either left or right to desired trim position (as shown in
the picture below). Moving the trim to the right will trim nose-right, conversely,
moving the lever to the left will trim nose-left.
The rudder trim control is connected via a bell crank to a bungee, which is
directly connected to the rudder pedal control bar and thus to the rudder itself.

Typical IFR Radio Installation (Conventional Aircraft)
The picture below illustrates a full IFR avionics stack on older models of aircraft.
From top: Audio Selector, GPS, Com 1/Nav 1, Com 2/Nav 2, Transponder, ADF
Illustration 10e IFR Radio Stack

FLIGHT OPERATIONS
PRE-FLIGHT CHECK
The preflight inspection should be done in anticlockwise direction as indicated in
the flight manual, beginning with the interior inspection.

Cabin
Ensure the required documents (certificate of airworthiness, maintenance
release, radio license, weight and balance, flight folio, flight manual, and any
other flight specific documents) are on board and valid.
Ensure the aircraft flight manual, and supporting documents are available and
accessible in flight.
Check all required emergency equipment for condition, location, and
serviceability.
Perform a visual inspection of the panel from right to left to ensure all
instruments and equipment are in order, including the following items.
Control lock – REMOVE Master switch – ON

Ignition switch – OFF Fuel quantity – CHECK
Lights – OFF except beacon Flap lever – full DOWN (electrical)
Master switch – OFF
Fuel selector valve – CORRECT TANK
G1000 Models
Additionally for G1000 equipped aircraft the following items need to be checked
after selecting the master switch on:
Ensure PFD display visible, check the required annunciators are displayed.
Confirm both avionics fans are operational – turn on each of the avionics buses
separately and confirm the fan can be heard.
Turn the master switch OFF
Test the standby battery – hold in the TEST position for approx 20 seconds
ensure green light remains on. (This test is described before start in the POH,
however if the standby bettery is required for flight it is preferable to complete
the test now).
C172RG
Confirm gear is down before turning master switch on.
Operational Check of Lights

Before turning the master switch off, if lights are required, switch all lights on,
confirm visually that all are operational, then turn all off again except beacon.
This is required for a night flight and a good idea for all flights.

Exterior Inspection
Visually check the airplane for general condition during the walk-around
inspection, ensuring all surfaces are sound and no signs of structural damage,
worked rivets, missing screws, lock wires or loose connections.
Tail Section
Check top, bottom, and side surfaces Ensure elevator and trim secure and
for any damage, ensure balance weights undamaged, linkages free and
and fairings secure. unobstructed, check full and free
movement of elevator.
Check rudder linkages and turn-buckles Check beacon, aerials and rear
secure, unobstructed, and elevator has navigation light undamaged and
free movement (do not check full secure.
movement with nose wheel on the
ground).
Check lower tail and tie down for any
sign of tail strike.

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CESSNA 172 TRAINING MANUAL

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Illustration 3d Trim tab Travel

ELEVATOR TRIM: ELEVATOR TRIM:

Illustration 3e Trim Wheel

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A rudder trim system

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Typical IFR Radio Installation (Conventional Aircraft)

Illustration 10e IFR Radio Stack

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Control lock – REMOVE Master switch – ON

Operational Check of Lights

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