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1980 CESSNA 172N SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Cessna 172N SKYHAWK listings ($129,900), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time +4,555 hr vs comps -9.1%
- Engine time -942 hr vs comps +7.5%
- ADS-B (73% of comps) +0.7%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172N SKYHAWK |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 9,362 hrs |
| Engine time | 100 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | June 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
1980 Cessna 172N Skyhawk – IFR Certified – Upgraded Garmin Avionics – 2023 Engine Overhaul & New Propeller! Well-equipped 1980 Cessna 172N Skyhawk featuring extensive avionics upgrades, recent maintenance improvements, and a refreshed interior and instrument panel. Certified under CARS (Canadian Aviation Regulations) and IFR certified. AVIONICS HIGHLIGHTS: Upgraded Garmin avionics package installed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation, featuring dual Garmin G5 displays (ADI/HSI), Garmin GNX375 GPS/NAV, Garmin GTR225 COM, second communication radio, Garmin transponder, Garmin GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, engine monitoring system (EIS), and Garmin GI260 angle of attack indicator. Upper and lower instrument panels have been completely refurbished with updated switches and fuses throughout. ENGINE & AIRFRAME: Approximately 9,362 hours total time with 100 hours SMOH. Engine overhauled and new propeller installed in 2023, with approximately 100 hours since new on the propeller per seller's latest information. Engine TBO stated as 2,000 hours. RECENT UPGRADES: New windshield installed in 2024, new tires in 2025, updated blue seat upholstery, and professionally cleaned and ceramic-coated exterior. Annual inspection completed June 2026 per latest information. Maintenance logs available from December 2018 forward. Located at CZBM (Bromont, Quebec, Canada), near Montreal.
Modifications
Extensive avionics modernization completed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation, including dual Garmin G5 flight displays (ADI/HSI), Garmin GNX375 GPS/NAV, Garmin GTR225 COM, Garmin transponder, GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, Garmin engine monitoring system (EIS), and Garmin GI260 angle of attack indicator. Upper and lower instrument panels fully refurbished with new switches and fuses throughout. Additional improvements include a new windshield (2024), new tires (2025), updated blue seat upholstery, and ceramic-coated exterior. Well-equipped 1980 Cessna 172N Skyhawk featuring extensive upgrades and improvements. Certified under CARS and IFR certified. Garmin avionics modernization completed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation, including dual Garmin G5 displays, GNX 375 GPS, GTR 225 COM radio, GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, Garmin engine monitoring system, and GI 260 angle of attack indicator. Additional improvements include fully refurbished upper and lower instrument panels, new switches and fuses throughout, new windshield (2024), new tires (2025), updated blue seat upholstery, and professionally cleaned and ceramic-coated exterior.
Avionics
Extensive Garmin avionics upgrades installed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation. IFR-certified aircraft equipped with dual Garmin G5 electronic flight displays (ADI/HSI), Garmin GNX 375 WAAS GPS with ADS-B In/Out capability and LPV approach support (subject to installation approval), Garmin GTR 225 COM radio, second communication radio, Garmin transponder, Garmin GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, Garmin engine monitoring system (EIS), and Garmin GI 260 angle of attack indicator. Upper and lower instrument panels fully refurbished with updated switches and fuses throughout. Modernized IFR instrument panel offering enhanced navigation, situational awareness, and flight monitoring capabilities.
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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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna 172N SKYHAWK lands versus other Cessna 172N SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.
Price
91st pct$175k · 91st percentile of 11 listings
Airframe time
91st pct9,362 hours total (TTAF) · 91st percentile of 11 listings
Engine time
20th pct100 hours since major overhaul · 20th 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 | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172N SKYHAWK |
| Serial Number | 17273985 |
| Registration # | C-GGHD |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | CZBM |
Airframe
| Total Time | 9,362 |
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Engine
| Engine 1 Time | 100 SMOH |
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| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Props
| Prop Time | 100 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Number of Blades | 2 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Extensive Garmin avionics upgrades installed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation. IFR-certified aircraft equipped with dual Garmin G5 electronic flight displays (ADI/HSI), Garmin GNX 375 WAAS GPS with ADS-B In/Out capability and LPV approach support (subject to installation approval), Garmin GTR 225 COM radio, second communication radio, Garmin transponder, Garmin GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, Garmin engine monitoring system (EIS), and Garmin GI 260 angle of attack indicator. Upper and lower instrument panels fully refurbished with updated switches and fuses throughout. Modernized IFR instrument panel offering enhanced navigation, situational awareness, and flight monitoring capabilities. |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Well-equipped 1980 Cessna 172N Skyhawk featuring extensive upgrades and improvements. Certified under CARS and IFR certified. Garmin avionics modernization completed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation, including dual Garmin G5 displays, GNX 375 GPS, GTR 225 COM radio, GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, Garmin engine monitoring system, and GI 260 angle of attack indicator. Additional improvements include fully refurbished upper and lower instrument panels, new switches and fuses throughout, new windshield (2024), new tires (2025), updated blue seat upholstery, and professionally cleaned and ceramic-coated exterior. |
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Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Extensive avionics modernization completed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation, including dual Garmin G5 flight displays (ADI/HSI), Garmin GNX375 GPS/NAV, Garmin GTR225 COM, Garmin transponder, GDL 51 ADS-B/XM receiver, Garmin engine monitoring system (EIS), and Garmin GI260 angle of attack indicator. Upper and lower instrument panels fully refurbished with new switches and fuses throughout. Additional improvements include a new windshield (2024), new tires (2025), updated blue seat upholstery, and ceramic-coated exterior. |
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Interior
| Number of Seats | 4 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual inspection completed in June 2026 per the latest maintenance information provided. Engine overhauled and new propeller installed in 2023. Approximately 100 hours SMOH. Maintenance logs available from December 2018 forward. Aircraft is certified under CARS (Canadian Aviation Regulations) and IFR certified. |
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Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172
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Performance & dimensions
| Range | 420 nm |
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| 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
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