What is the "Vy" speed for the C-172SP?

The "Vy" speed, or the best rate of climb speed, is crucial for pilots to understand as it allows an aircraft to gain altitude in the shortest amount of time. For the Cessna 172SP, this speed is specifically 74 KIAS (Knots Indicated Airspeed). Flying at this speed will provide the best performance in terms of vertical speed gain during a climb.

Understanding "Vy" aids pilots in optimizing their climb performance, especially during takeoff and when overcoming obstacles in the flight path. Maintaining the appropriate "Vy" speed helps ensure that the aircraft can achieve the maximum altitude gain in a given time frame, which is particularly important in scenarios like clearing terrain or during emergency climbs.