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From the archive: A Pleasant Time

Air Facts

So lifting off Van Sants, in eastern Pennsylvania, and just heading west is a great relief and flying is flying again. It would lift during the day and lift into scattered stratocumulous. I landed at Cessna’s field and stayed for two •days while the airplane got its annual inspection.

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Are Cessnas Safe? Understanding Their Safety Record

Pilot's Life Blog

Low Stall Speeds Cessnas are built with high-lift wings, which means they can fly slowly without stalling. This includes: Annual Inspections Every Cessna must undergo a full inspection by a certified mechanic at least once per year. If you ever get too slow, the plane gives you time to recover safely.