Cessna 172R
180 HP
123 ktas
Cruise Speed
900 fpm
Climb Rate
780 ft.
Take-Off Distance
17,000 ft.
Service Ceiling
2200 hrs
TBO
2550 lbs
Gross Weight
Fly above the terrain and get there faster
Carry an additional 250 lbs. of payload and pack all your gear
Climb to new heights and find the tailwind
Be Unique
Congratulations! You own the most popular aircraft ever built. We believe that we have created the ultimate upgrade kit that gives your Cessna 172 more versatility and makes it a true 4 seater. Flying in high density altitude days and adding the capability to carry additional payload are just a few benefits that enhances your flying and adds additional safety. Give your legacy airframe the upgrade it needs to set you apart. You will enjoy a new experience.
Fly at 20 In. Hg. and set a comfortable cruise
2570 RPM
138 MPH
Develop more power at altitude and cruise along
8.4 GPH
Rich of peak operation at 9,500 feet
20 In. Hg.
Manifold Pressure
Propeller Speed
2570 RPM
True Airspeed
138 MPH
8.4 GPH
True Airspeed
Performance
Upgrade your aircraft with our 180 Horsepower engine and experience a whole new level of performance. With better cruise speeds and rate of climb, you'll be amazed at the difference. .
Manufacturer
McCauley
1A170E
Engine Model
-L2A
Propeller Model
/JHA-7660
Diameter
75-76
Pitch Range
60
Blades
2
Propeller
The secret sauce of this conversion is the replacement of the 1C235/LFA7570 propeller with the 1A170E/JHA7660. The new propeller allows the engine to go from 2400RPM to 2700RPM, therefore making additional horsepower.
Gross Weight
Expand your envelope. One of the best benefits of our upgrade is the ability to carry additional weight on your flights. It adds flexibility on your range planning and an additional safety margin.
Models D thru L
+200 Lbs
Models M thru P
+250 Lbs
Model R
+100 Lbs
Need a bigger envelope?
Tachometer Re-Mark
We provide an option to use a new tachometer or re-mark the existing tachometer to change from 2400 RPM to 2700 RPM.
Airspeed Indicator Re-Mark
There are some small changes to the airspeed indicator markings. We offer the option to install a new indicator or re-mark the existing one.
Fuel Flow Gauge Re-Mark
Fuel Flow gauge can be replaced or re-marked to accommodate the change of the green arc.
New McCauley Propeller
A new propeller is the secret sauce of this upgrade. It will enable the engine to develop 2700RPM, thus producing 180 HP.
Six Ply Tires
Because of the additional gross weight increase of 100 Lbs, there is a new requirement to use 6.00 X 6.0, 6 Ply tires.
Included Paperwork
We supply the needed hardware, installation instructions, Instructions for continued airworthiness and STC Authorization
Simple Kit
We provide an all-encompassing kit during the upgrade. We like to call it a NEW firewall forward upgrade. Our goal is to provide all the hardware needed to complete the installation with ease.
We offer several products that will enhance your aircraft and add more pleasure to your flying. During an engine upgrade we are able to install other products and accessories efficiently since we start with a clean slate.
Accessories
Customer Focus
Besides customer satisfaction, one of our main goals is to provide continual airworthiness for your aircraft. We are never done adding more features to the upgrade kit. This is why we fabricate our FAA-PMA parts in-house. We are able to reduce cost significantly to save you more money and provide a product that meets our kit quality standards. We are here to provide future support in your maintenance. Visit our online store to find STC products and FAA-PMA parts.
$314
$940
OEM Vs. Air Plains
$1,295
$11,935
$976
$324
$372
$264
Installation
With Air Plains there are a few options to get 180 horsepower into your Skyhawk. We do not sell the "STC Paperwork" only because we believe that the kit parts that we offer with the engine upgrade is the "secret sauce" to a complete, safe and successful installation. We have added several more parts over the 40 years with our continual engineering. Our goal is to make the installer's job as easy as possible. Installation instructions and blueprints safeguard the procedures and standards for installation and maintenance of your new engine... no matter where you choose to have it installed. Did you know that in the state of Kansas there is no sales tax on aircraft maintenance or modification?
Option 1
Install at Air Plains
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Purchase Complete Kit
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Engine Provided
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Installed at our Facilities
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One flat fee
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Use our Know-How
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2 to 3 weeks Turn Time
Option 2
Install at your FBO
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Purchase Complete Kit
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Installed by your mechanic
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Complete Hardware
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Instructions and Drawings
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Tech Support provided