1959 CESSNA 182 SKYLANE
Starts from the median asking price of 23 comparable CESSNA 182 SKYLANE listings ($139,900), then adjusts for:
- Year -6 vs comparable listings -9.0%
- Airframe time +3,017 hr vs comps -6.0%
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
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 182 SKYLANE lands versus other CESSNA 182 SKYLANE listings on fyiAero.
Price
17th pct$110k · 17th percentile of 23 listings
Airframe time
99th pct7,096 hours total (TTAF) · 99th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time
52nd pct886 hours since major overhaul · 52nd percentile of 23 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 |
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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 |
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