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1979 CESSNA P210N
Starts from the median asking price of 14 comparable Cessna P210N listings ($234,450), then adjusts for:
- Year +0 vs comparable listings -0.8%
- Engine time +522 hr vs comps -4.2%
- No Modern GPS navigator (57% of comps have one) -2.7%
- No Autopilot (50% of comps have one) -0.9%
- ADS-B (64% of comps) +0.9%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna P210N |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,889 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,273 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | 4/6/26 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Riley Rocket P210N conversion featuring Riley’s trademark red and white paint scheme and red leather interior, with many upgrades and modifications. FAA 2023-02-17 AD for 210 carry through wing spar inspection and eddy current testing complied with and passed. Rock solid instrument platform with superior avionics and additional rarely found features such as a Ram Air Turbine to provide backup electrical power. New battery as of 6/23. Low time airframe, always hangared (in a dry climate), complete logs, and no damage history.
Modifications
Riley Rocket package including red/white/silver Riley Rocket paint scheme, red leather upholstery, gray wool headliner and carpeting, Riley intercooler, additional stiffening and soundproofing, HORTON STOL kit, O&N aux fuel tank in baggage area, Preciseflight speed brakes, air conditioning, Pulse nose light, wing ice inspection light, and inflatable door seals and door seal warning light O&N low fuel warning lights, wired-in BOSE 10 headsets, Ram Air Turbine backup alternator, GEM engine monitor, standby vacuum system, heated windshield plate and prop, custom pilot/co-pilot floor mats, custom padded leather glareshield with accent stitching, custom aluminum instrument panel, pilot and co-pilot yoke rattail connections for GARMIN 496, Hoskins CFS 1000A fuel flow meter, Davtron clock, 4-place intercom, WX11 Stormscope, Rosen sun visors, Oregon seat cushions, backup alternator, standby vacuum system, HORTON STOL kit.
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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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna P210N lands versus other Cessna P210N listings on fyiAero.
Price
21st pct$200k · 21st percentile of 14 listings
Airframe time
54th pct3,889 hours total (TTAF) · 54th percentile of 13 listings
Engine time
77th pct1,273 hours since major overhaul · 77th percentile of 13 listings
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General
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | P210N |
| Serial Number | P21000450 |
| Registration # | N731FE |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | 4B8 |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,889 |
|---|---|
| Range | 1,000 NM |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 4,000 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 2,426 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,274 lb |
| STOL | Yes |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 120 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
| Speedbrakes | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO520P6B |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 310 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,273 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1600 |
| Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | D3A34C402-C |
| Prop Time | 236 |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
|---|---|
| Primary Flight Display 2 Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING KNS80 |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GPSMAP 496 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX345R |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | S-TEC SYSTEM 65 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Oxygen System | Yes |
| Inadvertent Ice Protection | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | O&N low fuel warning lights, wired-in BOSE 10 headsets, Ram Air Turbine backup alternator, GEM engine monitor, standby vacuum system, heated windshield plate and prop, custom pilot/co-pilot floor mats, custom padded leather glareshield with accent stitching, custom aluminum instrument panel, pilot and co-pilot yoke rattail connections for GARMIN 496, Hoskins CFS 1000A fuel flow meter, Davtron clock, 4-place intercom, WX11 Stormscope, Rosen sun visors, Oregon seat cushions, backup alternator, standby vacuum system, HORTON STOL kit. |
Modifications/Conversions
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
|---|---|
| Modifications/Conversions | Riley Rocket package including red/white/silver Riley Rocket paint scheme, red leather upholstery, gray wool headliner and carpeting, Riley intercooler, additional stiffening and soundproofing, HORTON STOL kit, O&N aux fuel tank in baggage area, Preciseflight speed brakes, air conditioning, Pulse nose light, wing ice inspection light, and inflatable door seals and door seal warning light |
Interior
| Year Interior | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 1990 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual performed 4/6/26 Add Pitot/Static check done 1/26 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 210N
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 210N (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $31,680 | $51,480 |
| Fixed | $112,464 | $112,464 |
| Variable | $62,680 | $101,855 |
| Total / hour | $876 | $659 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,100 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 155 kts · 178 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 4 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 0" × 3' 6" × 8' 8" |
| Interior volume | 122 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 1600 ft / 2100 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna 210N has a total hourly operating cost of $1,019 per hour, including a variable cost of approximately $293 per hour. It offers a full-fuel range of 450 nautical miles (518 statute miles) and cruises at a normal speed of 170 knots (196 mph), with an average fuel burn of 22 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cessna 210N measures 4'0" high, 3'6" wide, and 8'8" long, providing 122 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to accommodate up to 4 passengers, it delivers a practical and efficient cabin layout suited for private ownership and business travel. Requiring approximately 1,600 feet for takeoff and 2,100 feet for landing, the 210N is well-suited for shorter runway operations while maintaining strong cruise performance and dependable piston-engine reliability. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna 210N's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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