Every 24 calendar months, a pilot who isn’t otherwise exempt sits down with an instructor for a flight review: at least an hour on the ground and an hour in the air. For many, that review happens in a well-used 172 they haven’t flown much lately.
The 172 I, K and L are late-1960s and early-1970s Skyhawk-family airplanes. A flight review is a good time to rebuild the checklist discipline that drifts between reviews, especially emergency procedures that rarely get practiced.
Bringing a model-specific checklist, and reviewing it against the POH beforehand, makes for a more useful review.
Quick answer: CheckMate Cessna 172 IKL Checklist is a model-specific cockpit checklist for pilots who fly the Cessna 172 I, K and L. It suits pilots preparing for a flight review, and renters and owners flying the 172 I, K and L. It’s offered as the original CheckMate, CheckMate+, the personalized CheckMate Pro, QuickMate and The Aviation CheckBook Vol. II, with the CheckMate versions in Standard and Compact sizes. It supplements, not replaces, the airplane’s POH/AFM, so confirm it matches your aircraft’s exact model, year, engine and handbook before relying on it. It’s available on Skyfarer and at Skyfarer Shop.
Formats at a glance
- CheckMate. The design that started it all, with the familiar legacy look, in Standard (6.5″ x 9″) or Compact (5″ x 7″) size.
- CheckMate+. Updated design language for better readability and safety, with passenger and crew briefing prompts, abort plan prompts and ATC communications prompts. It includes an instant low-res, black-and-white temporary digital download, and comes in Standard (6.5″ x 9″) or Compact (5″ x 7″) size.
- CheckMate Pro. A personalized version of CheckMate+. Add your tail number, name or phone number, your empty weight and useful load, and details for up to five airports you visit often. Typical production time is within 48 hours; Standard (6.5″ x 9″) or Compact (5″ x 7″) size.
- QuickMate. A 5″ x 7″ plastic card with an abbreviated checklist for pilots who prefer minimalism. It keeps only the most critical information but retains all the V-speeds and emergency procedures from CheckMate.
- The Aviation CheckBook Vol. II. An expanded version of the CheckBook. Its back pages carry contextual information related to the checklist page below.
How to use it alongside your POH
- Line it up with the POH. Compare every section with the POH/AFM, emergency procedures included, and treat the handbook as the authority wherever they differ.
- Confirm the exact airplane. Make sure the checklist matches your aircraft’s model, year and engine, plus any supplements for installed avionics or modifications.
- Review before the review. Read the emergency section and compare it with the POH, then ask your instructor to cover anything you’re unsure of.
- Use it every flight. Run it the same way on every flight, short local hops included, so it’s a habit rather than a formality.
Pilot tip: Use the flight review to practice procedures you rarely fly, such as a simulated engine failure or a no-flap landing. Ask for them rather than waiting to be asked.
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Where to buy
CheckMate Cessna 172 IKL Checklist is sold by Skyfarer Shop. Find it on the Skyfarer marketplace or order directly from Skyfarer Shop. Either link shows the current price, shipping options and return terms.
Frequently asked questions
Is a CheckBook Vol. II listed for these models?
Yes. The Aviation CheckBook Vol. II is listed for the 172 I, K and L. It’s an expanded version of the CheckBook flipbook, with contextual information on the back pages related to the checklist page below.
How do I know it matches my airplane?
Compare it with your aircraft’s POH/AFM and supplements, and confirm the model, year and engine. The handbook for your specific airplane takes priority over any checklist.
What is QuickMate?
A 5″ x 7″ plastic card with an abbreviated checklist for pilots who prefer minimalism. It keeps all the V-speeds and emergency procedures from CheckMate.
