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1957 CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 15 comparable Cessna 172 SKYHAWK listings ($94,900), then adjusts for:
- Year -6 vs comparable listings -9.0%
- Airframe time +1,090 hr vs comps -2.2%
- Engine time -555 hr vs comps +4.4%
- ADS-B (67% of comps) +0.9%
- Market supply: 3 for sale of 1806 FAA-registered +4.9%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172 SKYHAWK |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 5,495 hrs |
| Engine time | 15 SMOH |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Step back into the golden age of aviation with this charming, highly sought-after 1957 Cessna 172 straight-tail. As part of the first generation of the world's most successful light aircraft, N8388B offers light, responsive handling, classic vintage aesthetics, and the forgiving nature of Cessna's revolutionary tricycle landing gear. Whether you need a dependable, low-cost time-builder or a pure weekend cross-country cruiser, this classic straight-tail is ready for its next hangar home.
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 ›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 172 SKYHAWK lands versus other Cessna 172 SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.
Price
19th pct$84k · 19th percentile of 21 listings
Airframe time
81st pct5,495 hours total (TTAF) · 81st percentile of 21 listings
Engine time
10th pct15 hours since major overhaul · 10th percentile of 20 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1957 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172 SKYHAWK |
| Serial Number | 36188 |
| Registration # | N8388B |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | VFR |
| Based at | KMVI |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,495 |
|---|---|
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL O300A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 15 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1800 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Done Jan. 2026 Logs available upon request |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 420 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 108 kts · 124 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 950.0 / 600.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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