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Maverick - Cessna 172G N172JA
Perfect for all levels of training with S-TEC 50 autopilot, dual G5s, Garmin GTN 750, extended range tanks, and IFR approval.
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Aircraft Overview
About Cessna 172G N172JA
Perfect for all levels of training.
Maverick gives students a four-seat IFR-approved Cessna 172 with a Garmin GTN 750 GPS, dual G5s, two-axis S-TEC 50 autopilot, extended range wing tip tanks, and strong charging support for cockpit devices.
At Hicks Airfield, it works well for private, instrument, and commercial training where room, useful avionics, and a stable training platform matter.
Aircraft details
- Rental Requirements: Basic Checkout
Used in training for
- Private Pilot TrainingUsed for foundational dual instruction, solo practice, and early cross-country progression when the aircraft fit is right.
- Instrument RatingUseful for panel work, IFR procedures, avionics familiarization, and real cross-country instrument training.
- Commercial Pilot TrainingUsed for commercial time building, cross-country flying, proficiency work, and advanced maneuver preparation.
Equipment and setup
- Two Axis S TEC 50 Autopilot
- Dual G5s
- Garmin GTN 750 GPS
- ADS-B in & out
- 20 HP exhaust pipe STC
- 2 Radios
- 2 VORs
- Standard 6-Pack
- 5 USB chargers
- Wing tip tanks extended range tanks
- IFR Approved
Before You Rent
Rental Checkout, Booking, and Safety Requirements
A checkout is required before renting and acting as Pilot-in-Command without an instructor. Review the core rental requirements before booking.
Rental Checkout
A checkout is required before renting and acting as the Pilot-in-Command without an instructor.
How to Book
- Book a Pilot Rise flight online.
- Or call us at 817-755-5652.
Safety & Maintenance
- Learn about our safety management system.
- We invest heavily in maintenance: regular inspections, disciplined upkeep, and minimal downtime.
- Safety is treated as an investment, not an expense.
Rental Restrictions
Rental Insurance Required
- $35,000 physical damage protection from Global or AIG.
- Purchase rental insurance online.
- Typical cost per year: $200 - $400.
Operational Requirements
- Follow all published weather minimums.
- Stay within 115 nm of T67 unless you receive prior approval for Cessnas.
- Use a paved runway at least 3,000 ft long and land within the first 1/3 of the runway.
- Night routes must stay within gliding distance of major roads or runways.
- Multi-day rentals for Cessnas are available by request.
- Operate per Pilot Rise policies, procedures, the POH, and FAA regulations.
- Commercial operations are prohibited. Only Pilot Rise instructors may instruct in our aircraft.
- View Pilot Rise aircraft rental policies.
Memory Items
- Anyone acting as the Pilot-in-Command must be proficient with the six required memory items.
- They do not need to be verbatim or in perfect order, but must be completed smoothly, quickly, and confidently.
- These items are designed for your safety in the unlikely event of an emergency.
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