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1982 CESSNA 172P SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Cessna 172P SKYHAWK listings ($142,450), then adjusts for:
- Year +0 vs comparable listings +0.8%
- Airframe time +2,703 hr vs comps -5.4%
- Engine time -1,315 hr vs comps +10.5%
- No ADS-B (50% of comps have one) -1.3%
- Market supply: 4 for sale of 1111 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 172P SKYHAWK |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 11,636 hrs |
| Engine time | 20 SMOH |
| Avionics / Audio panel | King KMA 24 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | King KX 155 |
| Annual | August 2028 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Preliminary Specs. Additional updates, photos, and PDF copies of the log books will be posted soon. INTERESTED IN FINANCING SOLUTIONS? Reach out to us for one-on-one personalized service. Attractive fixed rates with amortizations up to 20 years available. Low down payment options and customizable amortization schedules are also available. Visit our website - BarteltAviation.com or PA32.com
Modifications
· Factory Wheel Pant Speed Fairings (currently removed) · Nav Light Detectors · Wing Tip Srobes · Vertical Fin Beacon · Ground Power Plug · Map Lights · Wing Courtesy Lights · Bracket Air Filter · Outside Air Temperature Gauge · Clock – (Panel Mounted) · Cabin Overhead Light · Heated Pitot · Tow Bar · Cowl Plugs · Concorde Battery · Lord Shimmy Dampener · Pilot Seat – (Vertical Adjustable) · Oil Quick Drain · Sun Visors · Refueling Steps and Handles
Avionics
· King KMA-24 Audio Panel with 3 Light Marker Beacons · King KX-155 Nav / Com – (#1) · King KI-209 VOR / Glideslope Indicator – (#1) · King KX-155 Nav / Com – (#2) · King KI-208 VOR Indicator – (#2) · King KT-76A Transponder / ACK Encoder · Intervox AA80-001 Intercom System · Push to Talk Switch – (Pilot Yoke) · Push to Talk Switch – (Co-Pilot Yoke) · Avionics Master Switch · Intercom Jacks · Artex 406 ELT
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 ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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 172P SKYHAWK lands versus other Cessna 172P SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.
Price
67th pct$150k · 67th percentile of 6 listings
Airframe time
71st pct11,636 hours total (TTAF) · 71st percentile of 7 listings
Engine time
14th pct20 hours since major overhaul · 14th percentile of 7 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 | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172P SKYHAWK |
| Serial Number | 17275114 |
| Registration # | N55121 |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | Michigan |
Airframe
| Total Time | 11,636 |
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Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 20 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | · King KMA-24 Audio Panel with 3 Light Marker Beacons · King KX-155 Nav / Com – (#1) · King KI-209 VOR / Glideslope Indicator – (#1) · King KX-155 Nav / Com – (#2) · King KI-208 VOR Indicator – (#2) · King KT-76A Transponder / ACK Encoder · Intervox AA80-001 Intercom System · Push to Talk Switch – (Pilot Yoke) · Push to Talk Switch – (Co-Pilot Yoke) · Avionics Master Switch · Intercom Jacks · Artex 406 ELT |
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Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | · Factory Wheel Pant Speed Fairings (currently removed) · Nav Light Detectors · Wing Tip Srobes · Vertical Fin Beacon · Ground Power Plug · Map Lights · Wing Courtesy Lights · Bracket Air Filter · Outside Air Temperature Gauge · Clock – (Panel Mounted) · Cabin Overhead Light · Heated Pitot · Tow Bar · Cowl Plugs · Concorde Battery · Lord Shimmy Dampener · Pilot Seat – (Vertical Adjustable) · Oil Quick Drain · Sun Visors · Refueling Steps and Handles |
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Interior
| Number of Seats | 4 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | ANNUAL DUE: August 1, 2027 BI-ANNUAL IFR CHECKS DUE: August 2028 USEFUL LOAD: 896 Pounds NOTATIONS Kal-Aero in Kalamazoo Michigan, now Duncan Aviation purchased the aircraft new in 1982 and maintained the aircraft till 2002 (First 10,861 airframe hours total time). Major repairs were completed by Kal-Aero, Sept 19, 1997 at 7659 airframe hours after the aircraft overran the end of the runway on landing. See NTSB report dated 6/28/1997. A Right-Wing Flap repair was performed in 2001 (See Form 337) According to Log Records, this aircraft was put in storage for several years by the last owner (2005 last log entry). Aircraft was put back in service by current owner with work completed July 10, 2026. A very extensive annual inspection was performed including a fresh Engine Major Overhaul by Western Skyways. Including New Hoses, Lord Mounts, Vacuum Pump, Oil Cooler, including many Airframe improvements. Copies of Log Entries can be provided by request. Specifications are Subject to Verification upon the Buyer’s Inspection of the Aircraft. Optional aircraft transition flight training solutions are available. We accept trades and offer a variety of low fixed rate interest rate financing solutions up to 20 years. Bartelt Aviation does not endorse nor are we affiliated with Currency Finance, Avemco, or the Aircraft Cost Calculator that may be attached to our aircraft online sales ads. Bartelt Aviation has the ability to refer you to an Aircraft Lender and an Insurance Agent that should be able to provide you with lower cost options and superior customer service. Ask your Bartelt Aviation Salesperson for details. |
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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.
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Last flight
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