The Cessna 172 emergency procedures below cover emergency landings, engine failure after takeoff and in flight, wing, engine, and electrical fires, alternator failure, flight instrument and PFD failure, and lost communications. This is the C172 emergency checklist our students use in our 2018 and newer Cessna 172 aircraft. Use it as a reference only, and verify that it matches the model of 172 you fly.
In aviation, the unexpected can happen at any time. Being prepared for emergencies can be the difference between a safe landing and a disaster.
Throughout your training you’ll safely practice a variety of emergency procedures to make sure you know exactly how to respond. Practicing these procedures in controlled settings will help you feel more prepared in the cockpit.
The Cessna 172 is a popular flight training aircraft and one many of our students use in their training.
This makes it all the more important for pilots flying this aircraft to be well-versed in its specific emergency procedures.
Below is the emergency checklist our students use when flying our 2018 and newer Cessna 172 aircraft. The information included below is only for reference. You should verify that this checklist will work with your model of 172.
Whether you’re a new pilot learning the ropes or an experienced aviator brushing up on your skills, this Cessna 172 emergency checklist is the type of reference every pilot should have in the cockpit with them.
