X-Plane 11 | The Cessna 172 Electrical System

TODAY'S QUESTION: If you turn off the master switch while in flight, what will happen? To find out, we need to dig into our understanding of the electrical system in the Airfoillabs Cessna 172 for X-Plane 11. Flying around the island of Molokai near the Kalaupapa Airport (PHLU) in Hawaii, take in the incredible scenery as we explore the airplane's electrical system.

In this video you will learn about the following in the Airfoillabs Cessna 172:

1. The circuit breaker layout
2. How the systems connect using an electrical bus
3. How the ammeter works
4. How the flow of the electrical system keeps the airplane running
5. What happens if the master switch is turned off in flight


Mapping of Avionics Bus 1 and 2 components for the Airfoillabs Cessna 172:

Avionics Bus 1 - Cabin light, Clock, Warning lights, G430 GPS, Flaps, Intercom, Fuel Pump

Avionics Bus 2 - Com/Nav 2, ADF, Transponder, Autopilot, DME, Instrument Lights, Beacon, Landing Light, Taxi Light, Nav Lights, Strobe, Pitot Heat.


Make the most out of your flight simulator experience or use the flight simulator to practice as a student pilot or beyond. Note that while the features of this unit in X-Plane closely mimic those of the real unit, there are some differences. This tutorial should be used for X-Plane purposes only. However, gaining a familiarity with this system will likely aid in your transition to units in the airplane.

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