Video Tip: Cessna 172 Electrical System
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The electrical system is a critical component in today’s modern airplanes, distributing and supplying power to the lights, avionics and digital flight instruments. This week’s tip examines the various components that comprise the electrical system of the popular Cessna 172 training airplane.
This video clip appears in Sporty’s complete Learn to Fly Course.
As Sporty’s lead aviation course and video producer, Bret is usually flying an interesting airplane, and often with a camera rolling. He oversees the development, production and distribution of over 30 aviation courses from Sporty's, including the Private Pilot Learn to Fly Course. He is a flight instructor and check airman at the Sporty's Academy flight school and a senior captain on a Cessna Citation.
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