Cessna 172M Skyhawk 1976 Pilot's Operating Handbook (D1057-13)

Is the 1976 Cessna 172M Pilot's Operating Handbook (D1057-13) an FAA-approved replacement for my aircraft documents?

No. This is a reproduced reference manual and is not an FAA-approved replacement for your aircraft's original Pilot's Operating Handbook. An FAA-approved replacement is specific to your serial-numbered aircraft and must come from the manufacturer. Use this handbook for study, training, and backup reference instead.

What is the difference between this Aircraft Information Manual and a serial-number-specific POH?

This manual contains the same data and limitations as the original Pilot's Operating Handbook but is not tied to a single serial-numbered airplane. A serial-specific POH includes the weight and balance and equipment list unique to one aircraft. This reproduction covers the 1976 172M model generally, making it ideal for reference and training.

What information is included in the 1976 Cessna 172M POH?

This comprehensive handbook includes the operating limitations, performance specifications, and flight procedures from the original Cessna documentation for the 1976 172M Skyhawk. It covers the data pilots, owners, and flight schools rely on for operation, training, and accurate reference. For exact figures, consult the corresponding section inside the manual itself.

Is this a genuine Cessna reproduction or a third-party copy?

It is Cessna's official print of the original Pilot's Operating Handbook, meticulously reproduced for authenticity. It includes the same data and limitations as the original document and is printed using Canon printers for accuracy and clarity, so the content reflects Cessna's source material rather than an unofficial rewrite.

What is special about the 1976 model year of the 172M Skyhawk?

The 1976 Skyhawk manual reflects significant updates for that year, including a redesigned instrument panel that supports more advanced avionics and the strategic relocation of the fuel gauges for improved readability. These changes are documented in this handbook, so it matches the configuration of a 1976 172M.

Who should buy this handbook?

It serves pilots, aircraft owners, and flight schools. Flight instructors use it for consistent training materials, owners keep it as backup documentation that preserves Skyhawk specifications and procedures, and renters or students can study the model before flying. It is useful whether replacing a damaged copy, stocking multiple training copies, or referencing performance data.

Will this manual match my Cessna 172M, or only a 1976 model?

This handbook is specific to the 1976 Cessna 172M Skyhawk and reflects that year's configuration, including its instrument panel and fuel gauge layout. Because year-to-year changes can occur, you should match the manual to your airplane's model year for accurate reference. Confirm your year before ordering to be sure.

Can I use this handbook to study for training or a checkout in a 172M?

Yes. It is widely used as study and training material. Flight instructors rely on these manuals for consistent reference, and they are valuable for students, renters, and pilots transitioning to the 172M who want to review limitations, procedures, and systems before flying. Remember it supplements, and does not replace, your aircraft's approved documents.

What is the part number for this Cessna 172M manual?

The manufacturer part number is D1057-13, which appears in the product title. PilotMall stocks it under SKU 3927ES. Citing the D1057-13 number helps confirm you are ordering the correct 1976 Cessna 172M Skyhawk handbook rather than a different year or a different 172 variant.

How is the manual shipped and packaged?

The handbook ships as a printed book in protective packaging sized for a manual, helping it arrive flat and undamaged. It is a new, reproduced print, so you receive a clean copy suitable for cockpit or classroom use. Orders within the US qualify for free shipping on this item.

Why should I keep a reproduced POH if it is not FAA approved?

A reproduced handbook gives you reliable backup documentation that preserves critical Skyhawk specifications and operational procedures. Owners value having a spare when the original is worn or damaged, and instructors use copies so every student studies the same reference. It captures Cessna's official data without replacing your serial-specific approved documents.