VQ Cessna 172 Skyhawk - Civil Air Patrol (1.73)Overview The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is an American four seat, single engine, high wing, fixed wing aircraft made by the Cessna Aircraft Company. First flown in 1955, more 172s have been built than any other aircraft. The Skyhawk name was originally used for a trim package, but was later applied to all standard production 172 aircraft. Measured by its longevity and popularity, the Cessna 172 is the most successful aircraft in history. Cessna delivered the