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Old 13th May 2015, 06:13
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wood73
 
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c172 sp cruise speed

Hi
I'm currently training in a c172sp.
Everywhere I read the cruise speed is 124kts @ 75% power, however I have been taught to fly at 100 kts, which equates to 2300 rpm.
I'm guessing there is a good reason for this i.e. fuel economy or engine life, but just wondering what speed other people cruise at in a similar aircraft.
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