1962 CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 25 comparable CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK listings ($115,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
- Engine time -769 hr vs comps +2.3%
- Modern GPS navigator (uncommon in comps) +3.0%
- Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
- Market supply: 2 for sale of 471 FAA-registered +4.6%
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 | 4,768 hrs |
| Engine time | 24.1 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 325 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
IFR capable. Upgraded 6 pack. Garmin 430W Nav/Com. STEC 30 Autopilot. Garmin GTX 325 Transponder. Narco MK120 radio, Com 2. Garmin GMA 245 Audio Panel. Set up for Aerial Photography with a back window that can pop out and a peephole in the floor (See pictures). Powered by a freshly overhauled Continental O-300A engine, it offers dependable performance and economical operation for years to come. Whether you’re a student pilot building time or an experienced pilot looking for a fun, fuel-efficient puddle jumper, this airplane checks all the boxes and is ready to spoil its next owner.
Modifications
Set up for Aerial Photography with a pop-out back window and a floor peephole.
Avionics
Garmin 430W Nav/Com, Narco MK120 Com 2, Garmin GMA 245 Audio Panel.
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK lands versus other CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.
Price
80th pct$150k · 80th percentile of 25 listings
Airframe time
52nd pct4,768 hours total (TTAF) · 52nd percentile of 25 listings
Engine time
21st pct24 hours since major overhaul · 21st percentile of 24 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 | 1962 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172 SKYHAWK |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N2414Y |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | 1H8 |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,768.8 |
|---|---|
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL O300A |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 145 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 24.1 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2025 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 24.1 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
Avionics
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX325 |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin 430W Nav/Com, Narco MK120 Com 2, Garmin GMA 245 Audio Panel. |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Set up for Aerial Photography with a pop-out back window and a floor peephole. |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2001 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2001 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Last Annual: 06/2026 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |