The Cessna Skyhawk, officially the Cessna 172, stands as the most successful aircraft in history, measured by its longevity and production volume of over 44,000 units. Cessna delivered the first production model in 1956. This single-engine aircraft is a foundational four-seat light aircraft known globally as a training and personal transport staple. The model has seen continuous production since 1996 after a brief pause, with modern variants like the Skyhawk R featuring a fuel-injected engine.
Cessna Aircraft was founded on September 7, 1927, by Clyde Cessna and Victor Roos in Wichita, Kansas. Clyde Cessna, a pioneer in American aviation, first flew his own aircraft in 1911. Throughout the post-World War II era, Cessna was recognized as one of the “Big Three” in general aviation manufacturing. The company later became well-known for its Citation family of business jets.
Maintenance access to this airframe is supported by various access platforms and stands designed for comprehensive service needs. The following access solutions support necessary maintenance across the aircraft: Reach Deck Platform, Modular Stepover Platforms, Super Trestle Scaffold, Ultraraise, Super Service Stand, Easyraise, Bridge Deck, Cantilever Platform, Aviation Chock and Cone Trolley, Super Maintenance Platform, Branach Fibreglass Platform, A Frame Aviation Platform, and Platform Ladder Warthog. These products help maintenance crews reach all sections, including the Nose Section (Radome, Antenna, Windshield & Cockpit), Forward Fuselage (Entry Door, Cabin Access), Landing Gear, Middle Fuselage/Wing Box Area (Fuel Tanks, Cabin Interior), and Tail Section (Stabiliser, Rudder).
