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1973 CESSNA 172M SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna 172M SKYHAWK listings ($138,818), then adjusts for:
- Year -2 vs comparable listings -3.0%
- Airframe time -648 hr vs comps +1.3%
- Engine time -306 hr vs comps +2.5%
- Market supply: 7 for sale of 3581 FAA-registered +4.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172M SKYHAWK |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,375 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,175 SNEW |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | King KX 155 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | GARMIN aera 660 |
| Annual | June 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
1973 Cessna 172M with 180HP and R/STOL Conversions
Modifications
180HP Penn Yann conversion with new engine in 1985 Robertson STOL conversion installed in 1973 4-probe CHT gauge 4- probe EGT gauge Carb. temp gauge Wheel pants (not installed) Vertical card compass Flap gap seals Pilot articulating seat.
Avionics
KA 134 audio panel and marker beacon King KX155 with localizer Icom com Naco transponder 4 place intercom Garmin Aera 660 portable GPS with rear mounted antenna
Recommended avionics upgrades
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 172M SKYHAWK lands versus other Cessna 172M SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.
Price
30th pct$129k · 30th percentile of 10 listings
Airframe time
30th pct3,375 hours total (TTAF) · 30th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time
40th pct1,175 hours since new · 40th percentile of 10 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 | 1973 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172M SKYHAWK |
| Serial Number | 17261808 |
| Registration # | N12098 |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | 1DS |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,375 |
|---|---|
| Useful Load | 863 lb |
Engine
| Engine 1 Time | 1,175 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | KA 134 audio panel and marker beacon King KX155 with localizer Icom com Naco transponder 4 place intercom Garmin Aera 660 portable GPS with rear mounted antenna |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | 180HP Penn Yann conversion with new engine in 1985 Robertson STOL conversion installed in 1973 4-probe CHT gauge 4- probe EGT gauge Carb. temp gauge Wheel pants (not installed) Vertical card compass Flap gap seals Pilot articulating seat. |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Completed June 2026 IFR/Transponder check Due Very low time airframe. No moving damage, repairs made to ailerons and one elevator skin in 1978, from wind damage. Complete logs. |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172M Skyhawk
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172M Skyhawk (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 435 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 115 kts · 132 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 865.0 / 520.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172M Skyhawk seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Previous listing for N12098
1973 CESSNA 172M SKYHAWK
- Then asking
- $129k
- Airframe
- 3,375 hrs
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Last flight
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