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1978 Cessna 172N
Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Cessna 172N listings ($169,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +0 vs comparable listings +0.8%
- ADS-B (50% of comps) +1.3%
- Market supply: 10 for sale of 3139 FAA-registered +4.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172N |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | — |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 350 |
Description
1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk Featuring an O-360 180hp Engine Upgrade and a BRS Ballistic Parachute. Equipped with a Garmin Digital Audio Panel, Garmin Radios, ADS-B In and Out, BRS Shoulder Harnesses, Gross Weight Increase, and More! Hangared
Modifications
Back 20 Photos $169,000 1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk S/N: 17270351 R/N: N738YW 6,275 Total Hours Arizona, United States Compare Email to Friend Date Listed: Sep 21, 2026 Seller Paragraph Seller Southwest Aero Location Scottsdale, AZ, US 1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk Featuring an O-360 180hp Engine Upgrade and a BRS Ballistic Parachute. Equipped with a Garmin Digital Audio Panel, Garmin Radios, ADS-B In and Out, BRS Shoulder Harnesses, Gross Weight Increase, and More! Hangared. Airframe & Power Systems Information Total Hours 6,275 Total Hours Engines Loc. Make Model SMOH C Lycoming O-360-A4A 1,250 180 HP by Air Plains Propellers Loc. Make SPOH C McCauley 240 2-Blade Propeller Maintenance & Condition Hangared Yes 40 Gallons Useable 954 LB Useful Avionics Garmin GMA 350 Digital Audio Panel Garmin GNC 255 NAV/COM Radio Garmin GTR 200B COM Radio Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Davtron Chronometer Artex 406 ELT Additional Equipment Gross Weight Increase (2550lb) BRS Ballistic Parachute System BRS Shoulder Harnesses Factory Rudder Trim Tinted Sun Visors Concord Battery Interior Black Leather Seating with Fabric Inserts and Grey Carpet. Original Side Panels Exterior Overall Oxford White with Grey and Black Accent Striping Contact Information Contact: Michael Van Heemst Tel: +1 (480) 646-6090 14600 N Airport Dr Scottsdale, AZ 85260 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 Southwest Aero Location Scottsdale, AZ, US Website Visit website Contact the seller for availability and additional aircraft information. Contact Seller More listings from Southwest Aero Finance Calculator $1,253 Est. monthly payment Down payment 20% · $33,800 Loan term 15 years Interest rate 7.50% Loan amount $135,200 Total interest $90,398 View Detailed Calculator Get Pre-Approved For illustrative purposes only. Actual rates and terms may vary.
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
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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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 420 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 108 kts · 124 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 950.0 / 600.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
Actual flight path from FlightAware for N738YW. More flight tracking ›
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