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1977 CESSNA A185F
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna A185F listings ($336,047), then adjusts for:
- Year +1 vs comparable listings +2.2%
- Airframe time -332 hr vs comps +0.7%
- Modern GPS navigator (40% of comps) +2.8%
- ADS-B (60% of comps) +1.0%
- Market supply: 8 for sale of 1110 FAA-registered +4.4%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna A185F |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,890 hrs |
| Engine time | 510 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | ASPEN EFD1000 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | GARMIN aera 660 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS-430W |
| Annual | April 2027 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Exceptionally well-equipped 1977 Cessna A185F Skywagon featuring a 510-hour Continental IO-550D Conversion, Seaplanes West engine mount, Hartzell 3-blade prop, Flint tip tanks, Wing X-STOL extensions, Vortex Generators, and Quasar L.E.D. Lights!Complete logs since new, always hangared, and no damage history. Aspen EFD-1000 PFD, Garmin 430W WAAS, L3 Lynx ADS-B In/Out, extended baggage, BAS shoulder harnesses, and numerous backcountry upgrades make this a highly capable and exceptionally well-maintained Skywagon!
Modifications
Flint Tip Tanks & Wing X-STOL Wing Extensions Factory Long Range Fuel (74 Gals - 98 Gals Total Fuel) Vortex Generators BAS Pull Handles & BAS Inertia Shoulder Harnesses Patroller / Spotter Bubble Windows P. Ponk Main Landing Gear Attachments Steward Gas Spring Door Assist Airwolf Oil Filter Sky Tec Starter Engine Pre-Heater Rosen Sun Visors & Flight Products Wing Root Vents Artex ELT Extended Baggage Quasar L.E.D. Landing, Taxi Lights, and Wing-tip Strobes 8.6 Main Tires & 10 Inch Tailwheel JMI Engine Gauges Seat Locks & Door Guardians Center V Bar Support
Avionics
Aspen EDF-1000 Evolution Primary Flight Display Garmin GNS-430W WAAS GPS Garmin GTR-225 NAV/COM PS Engineering PMA7000B Audio Panel L3 Lynx NGT-9000 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Garmin Aera 660 Portable GPS JPI EDM-700 Engine Monitor / 6 Cyd EGT / CHT Electronics International Fuel Flow Manifold & RPM Gauges Shadin Fuel Flow Computer
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
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 ›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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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna A185F lands versus other Cessna A185F listings on fyiAero.
Price
60th pct$358k · 60th percentile of 10 listings
Airframe time
33rd pct3,890 hours total (TTAF) · 33rd percentile of 12 listings
Engine time
75th pct510 hours since new · 75th percentile of 12 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 | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | A185F |
| Serial Number | 18503167 |
| Registration # | N866PH |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,890 |
|---|---|
| STOL | Yes |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO550D |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 510 SNEW |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Aftermarket Engine STC | Yes |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | PHC-C3YR-1RF |
| Prop Time | 510 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Aspen EDF-1000 Evolution Primary Flight Display Garmin GNS-430W WAAS GPS Garmin GTR-225 NAV/COM PS Engineering PMA7000B Audio Panel L3 Lynx NGT-9000 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Garmin Aera 660 Portable GPS JPI EDM-700 Engine Monitor / 6 Cyd EGT / CHT Electronics International Fuel Flow Manifold & RPM Gauges Shadin Fuel Flow Computer |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Flint Tip Tanks & Wing X-STOL Wing Extensions Factory Long Range Fuel (74 Gals - 98 Gals Total Fuel) Vortex Generators BAS Pull Handles & BAS Inertia Shoulder Harnesses Patroller / Spotter Bubble Windows P. Ponk Main Landing Gear Attachments Steward Gas Spring Door Assist Airwolf Oil Filter Sky Tec Starter Engine Pre-Heater Rosen Sun Visors & Flight Products Wing Root Vents Artex ELT Extended Baggage Quasar L.E.D. Landing, Taxi Lights, and Wing-tip Strobes 8.6 Main Tires & 10 Inch Tailwheel JMI Engine Gauges Seat Locks & Door Guardians Center V Bar Support |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Due: April 2027 IFR Check: In Progress |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna A185F on Skis
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna A185F on Skis (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 522 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 131 kts · 151 mph |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The A185F on Skis seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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Last flight
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