Uploaded March 2021 | Updated September 2026, 27 minutes ago
Before I bought my 182, most of my time was in a Cessna 172's. The transition isn't a particularly hard one, but there are definitely things that feel WAY different on other airplanes than the 172's we fly in training. I get asked this question a lot, so I wanted to put together my take on the main differences I experienced when moving from a 172 to a 182 (and other aircraft).
I hope this helps you in your aviation journey!
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Before I bought my 182, most of my time was in a Cessna 172's. The transition isn't a particularly hard one, but there are definitely things that feel WAY different on other airplanes than the 172's we fly in training. I get asked this question a lot, so I wanted to put together my take on the main differences I experienced when moving from a 172 to a 182 (and other aircraft).
I hope this helps you in your aviation journey!
Below you can sign up below for my free five-day email series that covers the most impactful lessons I've had as an aviator, from flying to airplane ownership. You'll also be the first to hear about my new courses on how to buy an airplane and how I afford aviation through side hustles by signing up for the wait list here:
airplaneacademy.com/join
If you want to know more about me (Charlie), here's my bio and aviation bucket list: airplaneacademy.com/charlie-gasmire
