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1978 Cessna 152
Starts from the median asking price of 9 comparable Cessna 152 listings ($63,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Garmin GTN 650 (11% of comps) +9.9%
- ADS-B (33% of comps) +1.7%
- Market supply: 4 for sale of 1635 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 152 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | — |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 650 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA345 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | King KX 155 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Useful Load 495 Lbs. IFR Cert. June 2025. Annual Inspection March 2026. Original Aircraft Logbooks
Modifications
Back 12 Photos $69,950 1978 Cessna 152 S/N: 152-79757 R/N: N530CA 3,680 Total Hours California, United States Compare Email to Friend Date Listed: Oct 6, 2026 Airframe & Power Systems Information Total Hours 3,680 Total Hours Engines Loc. Make Model Serial# SFRM C Lycoming 0-235-L2C RL-13669-15 2,550 SFRM to Zero Time, Remanufacture Date August 2019 Propellers Loc. Make Model Serial# TSOH C McCaulley 1A103TCM6958 770479 0 TSOH by Johnson Propeller, Overhaul Date August 2026 Maintenance Condition Useful Load 495 Lbs. IFR Cert. June 2025 Annual Inspection March 2026 Original Aircraft Logbooks Exterior All Over White with Avant Orange (Original Paint) Interior Tan Vinyl (2021) Avionics Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel/Intercom System Garmin GTN 650 WAAS GPS Garmin GI-106A Indicator Garmin GTX 345 ADSB In & Out Transponder King KX 155 NAV/COM King KI 209 VOR/LOC/G.S. Indicator PTT'S Pilot & Copilot Yokes Avionics Master Switch Including Rosin Sun Visors Wing Tip Strobe Lights Sky Tec Starter LED Landing Light Exterior Power Plug In Steps & Handles for Refueling Contact Information American Aircraft Sales Co. Tel: 925-449-5151 Cell: 510-783-2711 550 Airway Blvd. Livermore, CA 94551 All Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection Availability Subject to Prior Lease, Sale, or Withdrawal From Market Without Notice An Important Note About Buying An Aircraft Aircraft Shopper Online takes internet fraud very seriously. Before completing any transaction, please review our fraud prevention guidelines to protect yourself. Read our Fraud Alert → Report This Ad Listed By American Aircraft Sales Co Location Livermore, CA, US Website Visit website Contact the seller for availability and additional aircraft information. Contact Seller More listings from American Aircraft Sales Co Finance Calculator $519 Est. monthly payment Down payment 20% · $13,990 Loan term 15 years Interest rate 7.50% Loan amount $55,960 Total interest $37,417 View Detailed Calculator Get Pre-Approved For illustrative purposes only. Actual rates and terms may vary.
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 ›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 152 lands versus other Cessna 152 listings on fyiAero.
Price
78th pct$70k · 78th percentile of 9 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 152
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 152 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 315 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 107 kts · 123 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 725.0 / 475.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 152 seats up to 1 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
Actual flight path from FlightAware for N530CA. More flight tracking ›
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