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Cessna 172 Skyhawk
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2026
20 July

ReleaseNew Pipistrel Voyager brings next generation training capabilities and access to flight schools

16 April 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.

2025
17 July 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.

2023
19 July 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.

2022
25 April

ReleaseReliable Robotics awarded U.S. Air Force contract to advance aircraft autonomy

4 April

ReleaseTextron Aviation brings new upgrades to iconic piston product lineup

2020
28 August The Reliable Robotics Cessna Caravan at San Martin Airport in California.

Reliable Robotics claims giant leap for automation

A completely automatic take-off and landing with a Cessna 172 and automated landing of a Caravan have seen Reliable Robotics take important steps towards delivering autonomous capability.

12 June

ReleaseIconic Cessna Skyhawk celebrates 65 years since first flight

2019
11 January

ReleaseTextron Aviation announces enhanced flight deck features coming to Cessna and Beechcraft piston lineup

2018
13 March

ReleaseContinental Motors Group receives three new VSTC's in China for its Jet-A power solutions

2017
6 June

ReleaseTextron Aviation receives certifications, announces performance increases for Turbo Skyhawk JT-A

2016
26 July

ReleaseGearbox and timing chain life time extension to 1,200 hrs

20 April

ReleaseContinental increases diesel engines TBR to 2,100 hours

5 April

ReleaseCessna Skyhawk aircraft now equipped with Angle of Attack system

2015
20 July

ReleaseTextron Aviation brings impressive lineup to EAA AirVenture 2015

2014
28 July

ReleaseCessna product launch reinforces commitment to diesel fuel

2012
20 July

ReleaseGuardian Avionics launches Aero-454 at Oshkosh 2012

27 March

ReleaseNew Traffic Alert System helps aircraft see & be seen

2009
27 July

ReleaseCessna brings new configured Skyhawk to EAA

21 April

ReleaseCessna announces new seating configuration for Skyhawk

4 April

ReleaseCessna receives FAA certification for Garmin G1000 Synthetic Vision Technology

2007
30 October

ReleaseGarmin GFC700 to be standard on 2008 Cessna Skyhawks

4 October

ReleaseCessna and Thielert team to offer Skyhawk turbo diesel option

22 March

ReleaseNew certifications for the aircraft engine CENTURION 2.0 increase market potential in the USA

2006
9 November

ReleaseCenturion 1.7 in brand-new Cessnas by Van Bortel