The Cessna 172 is one of the most iconic planes in aviation history. This four-seat, single-engine plane was introduced in 1956 and has become the go-to for recreational pilots around the world. Known ...
The Cessna 172 debuted in 1956 with tricycle "Land-O-Matic" gear, evolving from the Cessna 170. Early significant design changes included a swept tail, improved cowl, a more ergonomic instrument panel ...
The Collier Trophy goes to “the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America” during the preceding year. One year it went to Chance-Vought’s F8U Crusader, a just-launched U.S. Navy ...