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1959 CESSNA 182 SKYLANE
Starts from the median asking price of 22 comparable Cessna 182 SKYLANE listings ($142,500), then adjusts for:
- Year -7 vs comparable listings -10.5%
- Airframe time +2,618 hr vs comps -5.2%
- No ADS-B (73% of comps have one) -1.9%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 182 SKYLANE |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 7,096 hrs |
| Engine time | 886.6 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1959 Cessna 182A – C-FZNZ | Norland IO-470D Conversion Solid early model Cessna 182A equipped with the desirable Norland carbureted IO-470D (260 HP) conversion, providing improved takeoff and climb performance over the original engine. Airframe: 7,096.7 TTSN Engine: Norland IO-470D – 377 hrs since top overhaul, 377 hrs since complete tear-down inspection, 886.6 SMOH Prop: McCauley 2-blade – 36.8 SOH (2024) Currently equipped with a skydiving door, with the original passenger door included with the aircraft. Additional equipment includes Artex 345 406 MHz ELT and 4-place intercom. Exterior: 3/10 Interior: 3/10 Let’s just say it has “lots of character” — but underneath the cosmetics is a strong airframe and solid engine, making it a great utility aircraft or refurbishment candidate. A practical workhorse 182 with the desirable 260 HP Norland conversion ready for its next mission.
Modifications
Currently equipped with a skydiving door, with the original passenger door included with the aircraft.
Avionics
Basic Panel Artex 406 ELT
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 182 SKYLANE lands versus other Cessna 182 SKYLANE listings on fyiAero.
Price
29th pct$110k · 29th percentile of 24 listings
Airframe time
96th pct7,096 hours total (TTAF) · 96th percentile of 25 listings
Engine time
56th pct886 hours since major overhaul · 56th percentile of 25 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 | 1959 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 182 SKYLANE |
| Serial Number | 51363 |
| Registration # | C-FZNZ |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | VFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,096.7 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,649.96 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,667.14 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 62 gal |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO470D |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 886.6 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1500 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 36.8 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Basic Panel Artex 406 ELT |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Currently equipped with a skydiving door, with the original passenger door included with the aircraft. |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 4 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
Inspection Status
| Airworthy | Yes |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 182
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 182 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 443 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 135 kts · 155 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 620.0 / 610.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 182 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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Last flight
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