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Single-Engine Piston

1970 CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK

🕒 Listed 3 months ago
$211,227
fyiEstimate $102,000–$104,500 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 18 comparable Cessna 172 SKYHAWK listings ($99,500), then adjusts for:

  • Year +4 vs comparable listings +6.8%
  • Airframe time +854 hr vs comps -1.7%
  • No ADS-B (50% of comps have one) -1.3%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1970
4,975 hrs
YR-XVB ✈ Flight Tracking
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CONTINENTAL O300D
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📍 Aichach, Germany

Overview

Make / ModelCessna 172 SKYHAWK
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time4,975 hrs
Engine time0 SOH
Avionics / TransponderGarmin GTX 330
Avionics / Audio panelGARMIN GMA 342
Avionics / Nav / com radioAVIDYNE IFD440
InspectionAnnual

Description

NEW ENGINE OVERHAUL !!! We are delighted to present the Reims Cessna 172H, YR-XVB a well-presented aircraft with relatively low hours of 4975 on the airframe. This aircraft features a double Garmin G5 and an Avidyne IFD 440 which seamlessly integrates GPS, communication, and navigation into a user-friendly touchscreen display, perfectly fitting into the aircraft’s current avionics stack. Inside she is fitted with brown leather seats which are in new condition along with matching brown leather side panels. An overall pleasing interior.As a Reims Cessna model, this aircraft has undergone corrosion treatment for added durability. With a recent annual inspection completed, you can enjoy 12 months of flying ahead and enjoy the summer months. With its simple handling characteristics, YR-XVB is an ideal choice for pilots seeking a reliable and affordable touring machine. Located in LRCN, this exceptional Reims Cessna 172L is now available for viewing.‘777 aircraft sales’ EXCLUSIVE

Avionics

Garmin GMA 342 Audio Panel Garmin G5 for DG/HSI Garmin G5 for HSI with GPS interface Avidyne IFD 440 Com1/Nav/GPS/VOR Dittel KRT2 Com 2 Bendix/King KR125 Com/VOR Garmin GTX330 Transponder

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GFC 500 autopilot

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.

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Garmin GTX 345 (ADS-B In/Out)

No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.

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Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.

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How this aircraft compares

Where this Cessna 172 SKYHAWK lands versus other Cessna 172 SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.

Price

95th pct
$52k$369kThis aircraft · $211k

$211k · 95th percentile of 21 listings

Airframe time

62nd pct
1,60012,861This aircraft · 4,975

4,975 hours total (TTAF) · 62nd percentile of 21 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

Year1970
ManufacturerCESSNA
Model172 SKYHAWK
ConditionUsed
Registration #YR-XVB

Airframe

Total Time4,975

Engine

Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL O300D
Engine 1 Time0 SOH
Engine TBO1800
Aftermarket Engine STCYes

Props

Prop Time162 SOH

Avionics

Avionics/RadiosGarmin GMA 342 Audio Panel Garmin G5 for DG/HSI Garmin G5 for HSI with GPS interface Avidyne IFD 440 Com1/Nav/GPS/VOR Dittel KRT2 Com 2 Bendix/King KR125 Com/VOR Garmin GTX330 Transponder

Inspection Status

Inspection StatusAnnual due:17.10 2025 ARC due:17.10. 2025

Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172

Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172 (not this specific airframe).

$21,238annual budget · 148 hrs/yr
$88variable cost / hour
$0.81cost per nm
8.0gph fuel burn
$68,587avg pre-owned asking fyiEstimate  $102,000–$104,500

Performance & dimensions

Range420 nm
Cruise speed108 kts · 124 mph
Takeoff / landing950.0 / 600.0

About this plane

Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.

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Last flight

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