Is a Cessna 182 faster than a 172?
The Cessna 182 is a larger, more powerful version of the 172. It features a 230-horsepower engine compared to the 172’s 160–180 HP. The 182 offers faster cruise speeds, greater payload capacity, and more advanced systems, making it better for cross-country or high-performance training. Finally, the safety record of the Cessna 172 is unmatched. Its design emphasizes both pilot protection and reliable performance, making it the safest single-engine plane choice for countless flight schools worldwide—including ours.