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1956 CESSNA 180
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Cessna 180 listings ($184,950), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -2,003 hr vs comps +4.0%
- Engine time +142 hr vs comps -1.1%
- Market supply: 4 for sale of 1178 FAA-registered +4.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 180 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,225 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,285 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Annual | May 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
AirplanesUSA would like to present this beautiful 1956 Cessna 180 to the market! Complete and Original Logs, no damage history, and always stored in a climate controlled hangar in the Midwest, she is the perfect platform for the next owner to build on. Beautiful paint and the interior is in very good condition. Call today! All Trades Considered Dual Instruction, Export and Worldwide Delivery Available Call Matt McCormack at at AirplanesUSA! Documents: - W&B.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319356&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq20wF8UXvHVVF2rs1%2b4xeMd5NT52RYqCp50EfYbZ6LXbeLxyRiifmDdrEUd0gO1K9o%3d - 337s.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319252&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq3Y72X4pssBycduqqk7IkbYGj0PoXwLjJt4nGgpTsY1d2i3s3PWgLc1DW0ZXRenKrI%3d - Prop.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319355&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq0848B1XHEOjDHy1JMw87p5t2cJk9qS%2fPDSFjz87lHy1BMi03%2f%2frX1S9BeJT9NRdjY%3d - Engine 2.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319350&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq0wOZ%2fKX0t5qIfxzx4jxZbDaZG9NBd%2fgkZX8Hfg5JHHrGjLNYEMjwrgkAMH8gHTjzM%3d - Engine 1.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319346&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq0wlOZUceAO2GbHTzN%2bMJCf8Eh86E829PJq1c9uASumBaQ4oxFMZz1nJXDMkJpEQFs%3d - Airframe 4.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319331&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq12w%2f1BMYwdduvxuGqYnoOitC18%2bK8XyfE1mNmfK6T21XKnGTqLerTMLBQzUvTJ4B8%3d - Airframe 3.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319315&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq1tsaqay2s0LuLiujgeUV%2b1T98WRPWT%2biJ6rJF50QDk5jmFUjuyVQwoZChXeW7PnOc%3d - Airframe 2.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319284&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq0fqfW1dOV9Y5M9FL5XdzhtYRPNIvBzwcdGEHt0M47V4UWTnGkF5hn34q8MtgD44vg%3d - Airframe 1.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11038319265&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=n%2bFpQSVDlq3kVSBdOburoYkFxnWpOlEZLEO%2boQjy4WHYj38pM57jbuFSOrqrdpJ6JU8UbPEcQis%3d
Modifications
Pitot Heat Cabin Heat/Air In Panel Glove Box Cowel Flaps Dual Overhead Reading Lights Dual Toe Brakes
Avionics
Avionics Master Switches Apollo II Morrow GPS Dual VAL Com 760s Terra TRT 250 Transponder Collins AMR 350 Audio Panel Flightcom 403MC 2 Place Intercom Music Input Remote ELT Switch
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna 180 lands versus other Cessna 180 listings on fyiAero.
Price
45th pct$190k · 45th percentile of 11 listings
Airframe time
33rd pct3,225 hours total (TTAF) · 33rd percentile of 6 listings
Engine time
83rd pct1,285 hours since major overhaul · 83rd percentile of 6 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Documents
General
| Year | 1956 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 180 |
| Serial Number | 32330 |
| Registration # | N5900M |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | VFR |
| Based at | KENW |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,225 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,550 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,629 lb |
| Useful Load | 921 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 60 gal |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL O470K |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | 66484-6L |
| Engine Horsepower | 230 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,285 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1500 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 1969 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | 2A34C203 |
| Prop Time | 295 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Avionics Master Switches Apollo II Morrow GPS Dual VAL Com 760s Terra TRT 250 Transponder Collins AMR 350 Audio Panel Flightcom 403MC 2 Place Intercom Music Input Remote ELT Switch |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Pitot Heat Cabin Heat/Air In Panel Glove Box Cowel Flaps Dual Overhead Reading Lights Dual Toe Brakes |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Last Annual: May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Service Logs
| Miscellaneous | W&B.pdf 337s.pdf |
|---|---|
| Propeller | Prop.pdf |
| Engine | Engine 2.pdf Engine 1.pdf |
| Aircraft | Airframe 4.pdf Airframe 3.pdf Airframe 2.pdf Airframe 1.pdf |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 180
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 180 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 513 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 137 kts · 158 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 610.0 / 450.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 180 seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
Actual flight path from FlightAware for N5900M. More flight tracking ›
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