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Cessna · C170

Cessna 170 specs, size & range

The Cessna 170 (ICAO code C170) is a landplane with one piston engine in the light wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with one piston engine Wake category: Light Piston & light aircraft
Cessna 170
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170 specifications

Approach speed
59 kn (109 km/h)
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The Cessna 170 is a landplane with one piston engine built by Cessna. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code C170. It belongs to the light wake-turbulence category.

170 speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 59 knots (109 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the 170

Comparable piston & light aircraft include Bücker Bü 133 Jungmeister, Piper PA-44 Seminole, Zlín Z-37 Čmelák and Aerotec A-122 Uirapuru.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Cessna 170?

C170 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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