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Cessna 172 Was Invented
It was made by the Cessna Aircraft Company in 1956. It was made of all metal and was the first plane to have a straight fin-like vertical stabilizer. http://www.flyingmag.com/photo-gallery/photos/evolution-cessna-skyhawk-photos -
New Tailfin
Five years after invented, they added a tail-fin which made it look like a Sky Hawk. It was a huge hit and the tail-fin helped stabilize the plane. http://www.flyingmag.com/photo-gallery/photos/evolution-cessna-skyhawk-photos -
New Panel
They remodeled the panel. It was better for instrument visibility. They also added electric flaps and autopilot. http://www.flyingmag.com/photo-gallery/photos/evolution-cessna-skyhawk-photos -
Night Flying
The fuselage was modified to insert a rear window, which was called “Omni-Vision,”. The new window configuration added a a great amount of light to the rear cabin. http://www.flyingmag.com/photo-gallery/photos/evolution-cessna-skyhawk-photos -
America's Best Selling Aircraft
Became an exceptional training airplane. The Cessna 172’s versatility has made it a very successful owner-operated and family flyer. Many Skyhawks have been transferred from generation to generation. http://www.flyingmag.com/photo-gallery/photos/evolution-cessna-skyhawk-photos -
SkyHawks Now
Now-a-days, there is increased engine power, automobile gasoline, wing tips, baggage compartments, and wheel pants. http://www.flyingmag.com/photo-gallery/photos/evolution-cessna-skyhawk-photos
