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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

16/04/2026News:
A Cessna Skylane featuring the updated cockpit and ignition systems.

Textron adds avionics and ignition upgrades across Cessna piston range

Expanded cockpit capability and updated ignition systems have improved safety features and reduced operating complexity across multiple high-wing aircraft.

17/07/2025News:
More than 45,000 Cessna 172 Skyhawks have been delivered since the aircraft first flew in 1955.

Textron equips Skyhawk with dual ignition upgrade

The company has replaced the magneto system with electronic ignition during the 70th anniversary year of the Cessna 172 Skyhawk.

19/07/2023News:
The Skyhawk in its Helix exterior finish.

Cessna singles to gain enhanced interiors

New power headset jacks and charging ports at every seat, upgraded seats with additional support and padding, and a brand-new centre armrest will feature from 2024.

25/04/2022Press Release:
Reliable Robotics has designed a vehicle-independent Remotely Operated Aircraft System (Graphic: Business Wire)		Reliable Robotics awarded U.S. Air Force contract to advance aircraft autonomy
04/04/2022Press Release:
Textron Aviation upgrades its new production piston aircraft.		Textron Aviation brings new upgrades to iconic piston product lineup

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