1983 CESSNA 172P SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 8 comparable Cessna 172P SKYHAWK listings ($203,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +0 vs comparable listings +0.8%
- Airframe time -1,152 hr vs comps +2.3%
- Engine time +1,356 hr vs comps -10.9%
- No Modern GPS navigator (62% of comps have one) -2.9%
- Autopilot (38% of comps) +1.1%
- ADS-B (62% of comps) +1.0%
- Market supply: 5 for sale of 1112 FAA-registered +4.6%
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 | 4,189 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,708 SMOH |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
This 1983 Cessna 172P Skyhawk is a clean, well-maintained aircraft that has spent the past year operating with a flight school, benefiting from consistent maintenance and regular use. Powered by a 160 HP Lycoming O-320-D2J engine, it offers dependable performance for personal flying, training, or time building. The panel features Garmin avionics, including a GNS-series GPS/Nav/Com, GTR 225 comm radio, GTX 330 Mode S transponder with ADS-B Out, a PS Engineering PMA7000B audio panel, and a 3-axis autopilot. Additional highlights include a new three-color metallic blue and gray paint scheme, dual Hobbs meters, digital tachometer, new Artex ELT and antenna, new altimeter, new vertical speed indicator, carb heat indicator, and in-cabin rudder trim. With 4,189 hours total time, this Skyhawk is ready for its next owner and is reported to be in good condition and flying well.
Modifications
Features include dual Hobbs meters for flight and maintenance tracking, digital tachometer, carb heat indicator, in-cabin rudder trim, new altimeter, new vertical speed indicator, and a new Artex ELT with antenna. Digital tachometer, dual Hobbs meters, carb heat indicator, new Artex ELT and antenna, new altimeter, new vertical speed indicator, and in-cabin rudder trim.
Avionics
Garmin GNS-series GPS/Nav/Com, Garmin GTR 225 comm radio, Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder with ADS-B Out, PS Engineering PMA7000B audio panel/intercom, Air Gizmos panel-mounted GPS dock, and a 3-axis autopilot.
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
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
62nd pct$208k · 62nd percentile of 8 listings
Airframe time
22nd pct4,189 hours total (TTAF) · 22nd percentile of 9 listings
Engine time
89th pct2,708 hours since major overhaul · 89th 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.
General
| Year | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172P SKYHAWK |
| Serial Number | 17275856 |
| Registration # | N90763 |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | VFR |
| Based at | KGEU |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,189 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING O-320-D2J |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 160 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 2,708 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Props
| Prop Time | 1588 SMOH |
|---|
Avionics
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX330 |
|---|---|
| Auto Pilot | Yes |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GNS-series GPS/Nav/Com, Garmin GTR 225 comm radio, Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder with ADS-B Out, PS Engineering PMA7000B audio panel/intercom, Air Gizmos panel-mounted GPS dock, and a 3-axis autopilot. |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Digital tachometer, dual Hobbs meters, carb heat indicator, new Artex ELT and antenna, new altimeter, new vertical speed indicator, and in-cabin rudder trim. |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Features include dual Hobbs meters for flight and maintenance tracking, digital tachometer, carb heat indicator, in-cabin rudder trim, new altimeter, new vertical speed indicator, and a new Artex ELT with antenna. |
|---|
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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