# Cessna/Walker 172F

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 2072415
- Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA/WALKER
- Model: 172F
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 3A12](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A12) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Textron Aviation Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 0
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-walker-172f

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2024-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-14-03): Autopilot System · Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot (STC SA01866WI). Effective Aug 20, 2024
- [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023
- [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022
- [AD 2011-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-10-09): Seat Rails and Roller Housing Inspections · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 221 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011
- [AD 2011-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-06-02): Engine · TAE 125-01 Engine Installation (Technify Motors STC SA01303WI). Effective May 26, 2011
- [AD 2008-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-10): Alternate static air source selector valve · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 179 more. Effective Jan 5, 2009
- [AD 2008-02-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-02-18): Pick-up collar support and nylon screws · BRS-172 parachute recovery system (Ballistic Recovery Systems STC SA01679CH or SA01999CH). Effective Feb 28, 2008
- [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006
- [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005
- [AD 2004-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-19-01): Upper shoulder harness adjusters · Cessna F150G, F150H, F150J and 129 more. Effective Nov 1, 2004
- [AD 2000-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-06-01): Fuel Strainer Assembly · Cessna 150F, 150G, 150H and 163 more. Effective May 5, 2000
- [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000
- [AD 99-27-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-27-02): Fuel Selector Valves · Cessna 170B, 172, 172A and 36 more. Effective Jan 21, 2000
- [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998
- [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998
- [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997
- [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996
- [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996
- [AD 93-24-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-24-15): Instrument Panel Light Rheostat · Cessna F150F, F150G, F150H and 26 more. Effective Feb 11, 1994
- [AD 90-06-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-06-03-R1): Exhaust Heater/Muffler Assembly · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 16 more. Effective Mar 27, 1991
- [AD 79-10-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-14-R1): Fuel Tank Venting · Cessna 140A, 150, 150A and 172 more. Effective May 30, 1988
- [AD 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 1987
- [AD 72-03-03 R3](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-03-03-R3): Wing Flap Actuators Jack Screw · Cessna F150F, F150G, F150H and 83 more. Effective Oct 15, 1984
- [AD 83-17-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-17-06): Aileron Balance Weights · Flap actuated aileron droop system (Sierra Industries STC SA1382WE or 5 others). Effective Sep 1, 1983
- [AD 82-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-07-02): Engine Crankcase Breather · Lycoming O-360-A1A engine and Hartzell HC-C2YK-1B/7666A-2… (Avcon Industries STC SA1324CE or 14 others). Effective Apr 8, 1982
- [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981
- [AD 79-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-08-03): Electrical System · Cessna 120, 140, 140A and 152 more. Effective Jun 6, 1979
- [AD 77-02-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-02-09): Wing Flap System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 61 more. Effective Feb 3, 1977
- [AD 74-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-06-02): AVCON Mufflers · Lycoming 150 and160 hp Model O-320-( ) engine (Williams Robert or Barbara STC SA750CE or 3 others). Effective Mar 18, 1974
- [AD 74-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-04-01): Aft Fuselage Bulkhead Assembly · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 16 more. Effective Feb 12, 1974
- [AD 73-23-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-07): Defective Spar Attachment Fittings · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 68 more. Effective Nov 19, 1973
- [AD 73-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-17-01): Fuel Transfer Pump Placard · Cessna 170, 170A, 170B and 53 more. Effective Aug 16, 1973
- [AD 72-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-07-02): Selector Value Placard · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 8 more. Effective Mar 25, 1972
- [AD 71-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-22-02): Cracks In Nose Gear Fork · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 52 more. Effective Nov 9, 1971
- [AD 71-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-18-01): Fuel Selector Valve Placard · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 16 more. Effective Aug 31, 1971
- [AD 69-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-15-03): Muffler Assembly · Lycoming O-320-A1A, A1B, A3A, A3B or Lycoming O-320-B1A, B1B… (D'Shannon Products STC SA135CE or 8 others). Effective Aug 20, 1969
- [AD 68-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-19-05): Utility Category Placard · Textron 172B, 172C, 172D and 3 more. Effective Sep 13, 1968
- [AD 68-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-17-04): Stall Warning System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 63 more. Effective Sep 7, 1968

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 87-20-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-03-R2) (historical): Seat Tracks · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 212 more. Effective Sep 24, 1990
- [AD 86-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-26-04) (historical): Shoulder Harness Adjuster · Cessna Aircraft Company, The 120, 140, 140A and 134 more. Effective Jan 6, 1987

## Information bulletins (advisory) (11)

- [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018
- [SAIB CE-18-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-18-23): Passenger Compartment Equipment - Installation of F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services LLC. Folding Jump Seats. Issued Jul 19, 2018
- [SAIB CE-17-25](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-25): ELEVATOR TORQUE TUBE  Inspections for cracks and corrosion in elevator torque tubes. Issued Aug 25, 2017
- [SAIB CE-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-14): Three Alternative Methods of Compliance for AD 2011-10-09. Issued Jan 25, 2012
- [SAIB CE-10-40R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40R1): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 30, 2010
- [SAIB CE-10-40](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40) (historical): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 27, 2010
- [SAIB CE-09-42](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-42): Lights - Landing Light, Beacon Light and Taxi Light Switch Applications. Issued Jul 24, 2009
- [SAIB CE-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-10): Availability of Secondary Seat Stops for Pilot and Copilot Seats. Issued Feb 5, 2009
- [SAIB CE-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-01): Equipment - Emergency. Issued Oct 21, 2008
- [SAIB CE-01-41R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41R2): Flight Controls. Issued Oct 1, 2007
- [SAIB CE-01-41R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41R1) (historical): Cracks in plastic or non-metallic control wheels. Issued Jan 10, 2007

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations

None matched to aircraft with this model.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to aircraft with this model.

## Service difficulty reports (52, newest 50)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2026FA0000806](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000806), Oct 1, 2026: TORQUE TUBE. SHEARED. UPON COMPLETING A PREFLIGHT INSPECTION, NOTICED SLIGHT DAMAGE TO THE METAL SKIN THAT RUNS OVER THE CONNECTION POINTS BETWEEN THE HORIZONTAL STAB & ELEVATOR. THE
- [SDR 2021FA0000403](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2021FA0000403), Nov 2, 2021: OIL SYSTEM. BENT. CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR AND STUDENT WERE PRACTICING STALLS WHEN, AFTER 3 OR 4 STALLS, THE YOKE JAMMED IN THE REAR POSITION AND THE AIRCRAFT WENT INTO A SPIN
- [SDR 2020FA0000448](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000448), Oct 16, 2020: SPAR. CRACKED. AIRCRAFT WAS UNDER AN 2020 ANNUAL INSPECTION. FAA ASI WERE ON SITE PERFORMING AS IA AUDIT. NOTICED A STRUCTURAL CRACK (1/4 INCH) AND GOUGE ON STRUCTURAL ON LOWE
- [SDR 2020FA0000108](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000108), May 21, 2019: FUEL LINE. CHAFED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION THE MAIN FUEL LINE IN THE COCKPIT BELOW THE COPILOT LEFT RUDDER WAS FOUND TO BE CHAFED BY THE RIGHT STEERING ROD. AS THE STEERING ROD S
- [SDR 2018FA0000405](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000405), Sep 22, 2018: SERVO. BINDING. ELEVATOR AND AILERON SERVO'S STUCK IN FLIGHT. OWNER/PILOT CLEARED WITH FORCE. REMOVED OLD UNIT AND REPLACED WITH MANUFACTURES NEW REPLACEMENT PART. RETURNED AIR
- [SDR 2013FA0000411](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000411), Jul 17, 2013: SKIN. CORRODED. REMOVED TOP DOOR HINGE BECAUSE OF LOOSE RIVETS. DOOR SKIN .032 VERY CORRODED, NOT VERY MUCH WAS HOLDING THE TOP HINGE ON. RECOMMENDATION IS TO INSPECT AREA MORE
- [SDR CA130715004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130715004), Jul 2, 2013: ENGINE. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) DURING DESCENT, THE ENGINE ACCELERATED UNCOMMANDED AS THE TORQUE, FUEL FLOW AND COMPRESSOR SPEED ACCELERATED OVER A 2 SECOND PERIOD. THE ENGINE THEN STABI
- [SDR CA121105027](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA121105027), Nov 5, 2012: ELT. NO TEST. (CAN) WHILE PERFORMING THE ANNUAL CERTIFICATION OF THE ELT IAW CAR 571, APPENDIX G. THE PULSE REPITITION RATE OF THE UNIT WAS OK AT THE START OF THE TEST BUT DR
- [SDR CA121019005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA121019005), Oct 18, 2012: U BOLT. SHEARED. (CAN) DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION OF MLG, NOTICED THAT MLG "U" BOLT HAD SHEARED AT THE POINT WHERE THE NUT MEETS THE MLG BLOCK.
- [SDR 2011FA0000463](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000463), Jun 1, 2011: EXHAUST RISER. DAMAGED. EXHAUST SYS WAS INSTALLED IN CONJUNCTION WITH 180 HP CONVERSION. THE NR1 EXHAUST RISER WAS FOUND TO BE COMPLETELY SEVERED APPROX .3750 -.5 INCH BELOW THE WELD L
- [SDR 2009FA0000749](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009FA0000749), Aug 25, 2009: YOKE. BROKEN. THE ELEVATOR YOKE FAILED AT THE LOWER PORTION SLIGHTLY ABOVE (2 INCHES)THE PUSH PULL TUBE ATTACHMENT,DURING FLIGHT CONTROL CHECK. IT WAS FOUND THAT SERVICE BULL
- [SDR 2009FA0000937](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009FA0000937), Aug 22, 2009: YOKE. BROKEN. ACFT EXPERIENCED A TOTAL SEPARATION OF THE WELD ASSY- YOLK (PN 0511782-16) APPROX 3 INCHES ABOVE THE ELEVATOR CONTROL ROD ATTACH POINT AT THE LOWER BEARING (PN 
- [SDR 2008FA0000635](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000635), Aug 24, 2008: ENGINE. POWER LOSS. AC WAS NOT OPERATING UNDER PART 135, IT WAS UNDER PART 91 FLIGHT WHEN INCIDENT OCCURRED. PILOT STATEMENT "ENROUTE, AS WE CRESTED THE MOUNTAINS, THE ENGINE START
- [SDR 2007FA0000459](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000459), Apr 4, 2007: BRACKET. BROKEN. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION BRACKET (PN 04140616-1-532). FOUND BROKEN AND CRACKED IN OTHER LOCATIONS. LOCATED UNDER FLOOR CENTER SECTION AT FLIGHT CONTROL BELL CRA
- [SDR CA060405009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060405009), Apr 5, 2006: ENGINE. MAKING METAL. OIL SCREEN BYPASS LIGHT CAME ON INFLIGHT. SCREEN INSPECTION FOUND FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS METAL IN QUANTITY.
- [SDR AU510002001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU510002001), Jun 10, 2005: FORK. CORRODED. RT AILERON BELLCRANK FORK CORRODED. FOUND DURING INSPECTION IAW AWB 27-1. AIRCRAFT HAS SPENT MOST OF ITS LIFE OUTDOORS.
- [SDR CA050324008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050324008), Mar 16, 2005: PISTON. ERODED. (CAN) TOP LAND OF PISTON ERODED AWAY AND HOLE BURNED THROUGH PISTON BELOW 3RD RING FROM HEAD OR TOP OF PISTON. PISTON EXPANDED FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT AND SCUFFED A
- [SDR 2005FA0000366](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000366), Feb 1, 2005: SPAR. CRACKED. DURING A BORESCOPE INSPECTION, A CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE RT REAR SPAR AT THE IB FLAP TRACK ATTACH POINT. PROBABLE CAUSE IS FATIGUE. THIS IS A VERY HIGH TIME, AC 
- [SDR 2004FA0000284](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000284), Mar 3, 2004: U BOLT. SHEARED. FOUND U BOLT ON LT MAIN GEAR SHEARED IN THREAD AREA UNDER NUT. PROBABLY NUT WAS OVERTORQUED.
- [SDR 2003FA0000306](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000306), Mar 20, 2003: BAFFLE. BROKEN. DURING VISUAL INSPECTION, FOUND FUEL TANK BAFFLE SPOT WELDS BROKEN LOOSE, ALLOWING BAFFLE TO MOVE AROUND FREELY INSIDE FUEL TANK. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FUE
- [SDR 2003FA0000291](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000291), Mar 14, 2003: BAFFLE. BROKEN. DURING VISUAL INSPECTION, FOUND FUEL TANK BAFFLE SPOT WELDS BROKEN LOOSE, ALLOWING BAFFLE TO MOVE AROUND FREELY INSIDE FUEL TANK. COULD CAUSE FUEL STARVATION DU
- [SDR 2003FA0000290](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000290), Mar 14, 2003: BAFFLE. BROKEN. DURING VISUAL INSPECTION, FOUND FUEL TANK BAFFLE SPOT WELDS BROKEN LOOSE, ALLOWING BAFFLE TO MOVE AROUND FREELY INSIDE FUEL TANK. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FUE
- [SDR CA020530006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020530006), May 16, 2002: BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BELLCRANK BRACKET P/N 0513063-3 IN THE BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY, FRONT DOOR POST WAS CRACKED. THE FORWAR
- [SDR AU001079](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU001079), Nov 8, 2000: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) WING CENTER SECTION SPAR TO PN 0512124-35 AND PN 0512124-36 LT AND RT DOOR POST CHANNELS HAD ATTACHMENT RIVETS CORRODED WITH RIVET HEADS MISSING. (X)
- [SDR 20000714SH008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000714SH008), Mar 4, 2000: ADAPTER. FRETTED. DURING ANNUAL CONDITION INSP, RT ELEVATOR WAS FOUND LOOSE ON THE TORQUE TUBE. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE RIVETS HOLDING THE TORQUE TUBE ADAPTER (PN 0532
- [SDR AU990833](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990833), Jul 1, 1999: BRACKET. CRACKED. (AUS) ELEVATOR BELLCRANK ATTACHMENT BRACKET SUPPORT CRACKED.
- [SDR AU990832](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990832), May 7, 1999: SPAR. CORRODED. (AUS) RIGHT WING MAIN SPAR AND SPAR CAP CONTAINED EXTENSIVE CORROSION. RIBS AND SKIN ALSO CORRODED.
- [SDR AU980863](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980863), Jul 14, 1998: FITTING. CORRODED. (AUS) LT AND RT AILERON BALANCE WEIGHT ATTACHMENT AREA CORRODED. ALL BALANCE WEIGHT ATTACHMENT RIVETS WERE REMOVED AND 'AN' NUTS AND BOLTS INSTALLED. PART TOTAL
- [SDR AU980862](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980862), Jul 14, 1998: SPAR. CRACKED. (AUS) WING REAR SPAR CRACKED IN WEB RADIUS. THE CRACK WAS CONFIRMED USING DYE PENETRANT NDI. PART TOTAL CYCLES: 5,343.
- [SDR AU980861](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980861), Jul 14, 1998: DISC. CORRODED. (AUS) RT BRAKE DISC SEVERELY RUSTED AND CRACKED AROUND THE DISC AT THE DISC TO SUPPORT HUB WELD.
- [SDR 98ZZZX1998](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX1998), Apr 17, 1998: VALVE. FAILED. AIRCRAFT BROUGHT IN BECAUSE FUEL VALVE WOULD NOT DRAW FROM PROPER TANK. VALVE HAD BEEN WORKED ON 2 TIMES BEFORE BY OTHER SHOPS. OPTED TO REPLACE VALVE WITH NEW 
- [SDR 98ZZZX777](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX777), Jan 28, 1998: PISTON. MISMANUFACTURED. OIL FILTER ADAPTER LONGITUDINAL HOLE IN PISTON DOES NOT INTERSECT HOLES DRILLED THROUGH THE CIRCUMFERENCE. NO OIL IS ALLOWED TO THE FILTER ELEMENT. REPLACED PIS
- [SDR 97ZZZX4503](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4503), Oct 11, 1997: O-RING. DETERIORATED. A FUEL ODOR BECAME NOTICEABLE THEN STRONG IN THE CABIN OVER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. THE WHOLE FUEL SYSTEM WAS CHECKED AND NO LEAKS WERE VISIBLE. ONLY AFTER A FU
- [SDR 97ZZZX4732](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4732), Oct 10, 1997: TORQUE TUBE. CORRODED. ACFT OWNER/PILOT REPORTED TURN COORDINATOR INDICATING 1 FULL BALL OUT OF CENTER AND EXCESSIVE RUDDER PRESS REQUIRED TO HOLD COORDINATION. MX DETERMINED RUDDER W
- [SDR 97ZZZX4731](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4731), Oct 10, 1997: TORQUE TUBE. CORRODED. ACFT OWNER/PILOT REPORTED TURN COORDINATOR INDICATING 1 FULL BALL OUT OF CENTER AND EXCESSIVE RUDDER PRESS REQUIRED TO HOLD COORDINATION. MX DETERMINED RUDDER W
- [SDR 97ZZZX4641](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4641), Oct 9, 1997: PISTON PIN. FAILED. OIL SCREEN FULL OF METAL AND COLLAPSED. FOUND PIN PLUG NR 6 CYLINDER FAILED. PIN PLUG IN NR 2 CYLINDER EXPANDED AND LOOSENED. SUBMITTER STATED ALUMINUM PLUGS AR
- [SDR 97ZZZX4449](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4449), Sep 5, 1997: CONNECT ROD. BROKEN. ENGINE CONNECTING ROD BROKE AT ROD CAP .25 INCH BEFORE THREAD.
- [SDR 97ZZZX1822](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX1822), Mar 14, 1997: CAP. CRACKED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND LOWER NOSE GEAR STRUT SECURING CAP CRACKED IN HALF AT RT ATTACH POINT. SUSPECT CAUSE IGNORING NOSE GEAR SHIMMY PROBLEMS/LOOSE TO
- [SDR AU970086](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU970086), Feb 7, 1997: FLAP. DAMAGED. (AUS) RH FLAP DISTORTED - FLAP HAD A BUILT IN CHORDWISE TWIST OFAPPROXIMATELY 2.5 DEGREES - FLAP HAD BEEN DAMAGED AND REPAIRED ON 23/7/68 - FLAP HAD WORN FLAP T
- [SDR 96ZZZX4219](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4219), Aug 7, 1996: BRACKET. RIVETS PULLED. INVESTIGATION FOR A SAGGING ELEVATOR WITH GUST LOCK IN PLACE, FOUND BRACKET ASSY MOUNTING RIVETS PULLED. BRACKET ASSY IS MOUNT POINT FOR ELEVATOR BELLCRANK. WIT
- [SDR 96ZZZX3067](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX3067), May 14, 1996: BEARING BLOCK. CORRODED. COMPLAINT AT ANNUAL THAT AIRCRAFT IS HARD TO STEER. FOUND RUDDER BEARING BLOCKS CORRODED RESTRICTING MOVEMENT OF RUDDER PEDALS. LACK OF LUBRICATION ON RUDDER BA
- [SDR 96ZZZX2172](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX2172), Mar 27, 1996: BRACKET. FAILURE. FOUND FATIGUE FAILURE OF THE ELEVATOR FORWARD BELLCRANK BRACKET. SUSPECT CAUSED BY A STRONG TAIL WIND AT THE TIE-DOWN LOCATION, FLEXING THE ELEVATOR AGAINST THE
- [SDR 96ZZZX875](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX875), Feb 1, 1996: BRACKET. CRACKED. ELEVATOR BELLCRANK ASSY BRACKET FOUND CRACKED. REPLACEMENT PART IS MUCH HEAVIER.
- [SDR CA960126034](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA960126034), Jan 12, 1996: BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN)AT THE ANNUAL INSPECTION OF THIS AIRCRAFT THE FORWARD ELEVATOR BELLCRANK SUPPORT BRACKET WAS FOUND CRACKED. THE LOCATION IS AT THE LEFT FORWARD ATTACHMENT 
- [SDR 95ZZZX6614](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX6614), Nov 1, 1995: VALVE. DEFECTIVE. DURING OVERHAUL, THERMOSTATIC BYPASS WAS INSPECTED. IN ADDITION TO CRIMP NUT BEING LOOSE, SNAP RING THAT HOLDS BODY OFF VALVE WAS FOUND TO HAVE EXCESSIVE PLAY. 
- [SDR 95ZZZX6152](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX6152), Oct 2, 1995: PISTON. BROKEN. LOW COMPRESSION ON NR 1 CYLINDER (80/60) FOUND DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION. DISCOVERED OIL RING MISSING AND PISTON SKIRT BROKEN OFF. SUBMITTER SUSPECTS CAUSED BY I
- [SDR 95ZZZX1465](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1465), Mar 21, 1995: PISTON. CRACKED. PISTON CRACKED ON NR 3 CYL. TOTAL TIME SINCE O/H MAJOR, 48 HOURS. CRACK WAS FROM LOWER OIL RING GROOVE UPWARD APPROX 1.5 INCHES. CYLINDER AND ALL COMPONENTS CHE
- [SDR 95ZZZX941](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX941), Feb 9, 1995: CONTROL CABLE. WORN. CARBURETOR HEAT CABLE IS A SPLIT CABLE. ONE PART CONTROLS FILTER AIR FLOW, OTHER PART CONTROLS HOT AIR, HOT AIR CABLE WORE THROUGH ALL THE WAY WHERE IT EXITS CA
- [SDR 95ZZZX804](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX804), Jan 20, 1995: BRACKET. CRACKED. RIGHT OUTBOARD GEAR SUPPORT BRACKET CRACKED. CRACK IS ON U-BOLT MOUNT HOLE (FORWARD) AND EXTENDS TO OUTBOARD SIDE OF BRACKET. CRACK FOUND DURING ROUTINE INSPECT
- [SDR 95ZZZX1303](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1303), Jan 13, 1995: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. DURING REPLACEMENT OF THE FIREWALL, THE FORWARD BULKHEAD OF THE FRONT DOOR POST BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY WAS FOUND CRACKED. THERE WAS A CRACK APPROXIMATELY 3 INCHES IN

All 52: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-walker-172f/reports.md

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (497, first 50)

Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC
- [STC SA00709CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709CH): Installation of replacement wing root vent described by Dwg Nos. 8-30-96-1& 8-30-96-2, no rev, both dtd 8/30/96, or later FAA app rev. Gallagher Aviation, LLC
- [STC SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02539AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02539AK): Installation of a Continental Aerospace Technologies IO-370CLC1U8 and Hartzell Model HC-C2YR-1N/NG8301,-3, -7 Propeller. David A. Stoots
- [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA02069AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02069AK): Fabrication and installation of the Airglas, Inc., Landes PA32-206LA Nose Fork equipped with up to a 8.50 x 6 tire. Airglas Inc
- [STC SA02279AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02279AT): Installation of a Boom Beam bulb, starter, and ballast. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC
- [STC SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA03932NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03932NY): Installation and maintenance of XCAM Pod on port or starboard wing strut. J&C Engineering Services LTD
- [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc
- [STC SA01866WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01866WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot with Electronic Stability and Protection. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA12276IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12276IB): Payload System Installation. Icarus Aero Inc
- [STC SA04075CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04075CH): Installation of Dynon EFIS-D10A EAA sales kit part number 102778-000. Dynon Avionics Inc
- [STC SA02595AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02595AK): Fabrication and installation of Airglas Inc. cargo pod kit model LC172. Airglas Inc
- [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc
- [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC
- [STC SA5581SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5581SW): Installation of ALCOR true-flow/ totalizer system. Alcor LLC. Lists 172 Series
- [STC SA01801AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01801AT): For the Cessna 172 airplane models incorporating Lycoming O-320 engines: Modification of the standard exhaust system as documented in Laminar Flow Systems Installation Instructions Document, "Laminar Flow System Extractor Exhaust System" Revision A, dated, November 20, 1998 and Technical Drawing List, Book No. PFS-B-800, dated, November 16, 1998 or per Power Flow Systems, Inc. Installation Instructions Document PFS-0058-00, Rev. A, dated October 5, 2001 and Master Drawing List, Report No. PFS-0032-00, Rev. IR, dated August 10, 2000, or later FAA approved revisions. For the Cessna 172 airplane models incorporating Lycoming O-320 ,O-360 0r IO-360 engines: Modify the standard exhaust system as document in Power Flow Systems, Inc. Installation Instructions Document PFS-13250-00, Rev B, dated, December 9, 2002 and Master Drawing list PFS-13240-00, Rev, IR, dated October 3, 2002. Power Flow Systems Inc
- [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA02588AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02588AK): Installation of Ground Adjustable Sensenich Composite 2G0M8S14/C76PGF Propeller. Sensenich Propeller Company
- [STC SA00037WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00037WI): Installation of B & C Specialty Products BC100-1 battery. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SA01330LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01330LA): Installation of alternate avionics support assembly. Radiorax Aviation Systems LLC
- [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SA01120SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01120SE): Installation of Door Steward. Mountain View Aviation LLC
- [STC SA860SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA860SO): Installation of portable hand control. Union Aviation LLC
- [STC SA39CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA39CH): Installation of an Amphibian Landing Gear Position Advisory System/Laser Gear Advisory System. Wipaire Inc
- [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics
- [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC
- [STC SA02751SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02751SE): Replacement instrument panel as structural provisions. Jansma Design, LLC
- [STC SA04568CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04568CH): Installation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX, a tail mounted position light with integrated Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and 1090MHz Mode-S transponder functionality. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA00871SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00871SE): Installation of cockpit sunvisors. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC
- [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA1168SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1168SO): Installation of Aqua Model 2200 floats. Outpost X Aviation Inc
- [STC SA665CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA665CE): Installation of Model 2400 Aqua floats. (175 FLOATPLANE CONFIGURATION). Outpost X Aviation Inc
- [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02575AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02575AK): Installation of the nose tire scraper P/N TSL-100. Aero Twin Inc
- [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC
- [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine
- [STC SA04400NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04400NY): Installation of the Integrated Back-up Battery System (IBBS). TCW Technologies LLC
- [STC SA1395SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1395SO): Remove drain plug, Cessna Part Number MS20913-10 or MS20913-1D, from the fuel selector valve and replace with Part Number CAV-110D (MT-1072) or CAV-110H-4D (CM-1072). Saf-Air Products Inc
- [STC SA04192NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04192NY): KFD 900 Primary Flight Display System Additional Functions. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine

All 497: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-walker-172f/stcs.md

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Cessna 172F](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172f): 717 registered aircraft, registry code 2072414

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