R172K

The Cessna Hawk XP R172K is a notable variant within the legendary Cessna 172 Skyhawk lineage. Introduced between 1977 and 1981, the R172K was manufactured in limited numbers, with only 1,450 units built. This model is recognized for its boosted utility and rugged performance compared to other Skyhawk variants.

The manufacturer, Cessna, is an indispensable name in aviation history. The company introduced the original 172 in 1955, building upon the earlier Cessna 170 design by incorporating tricycle landing gear. Since the first production model delivery in 1956, the Cessna 172 has become the most-produced aircraft in history, with over 44,000 units built as of 2015, establishing it as an enduring favorite for training and personal transport.

A variety of platforms and access solutions are utilized for maintenance and inspection of this aircraft. These solutions—including the 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—help address access needs across critical aircraft sections. This includes the Nose Section (Windshield & Cockpit), Landing Gear (Nose and Main Landing Gear), Middle Fuselage (Wing Box and Fuel Tanks), and the Tail Section (Vertical and Horizontal Stabilizers).