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2001 CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP
Starts from the median asking price of 9 comparable Cessna 172S SKYHAWK SP listings ($265,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -2 vs comparable listings -3.0%
- Airframe time -2,496 hr vs comps +5.0%
- Engine time -1,215 hr vs comps +9.7%
- Modern GPS navigator (11% of comps) +4.2%
- No Autopilot (56% of comps have one) -1.0%
- ADS-B (67% of comps) +0.9%
- Market supply: 11 for sale of 1914 FAA-registered +4.5%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172S SKYHAWK SP |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 4,340 hrs |
| Engine time | 200 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | Sept 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Personally owned and well maintained Cessna 172 SP. A great opportunity for an end user seeking the elusive, low-time Skyhawk outfitted for IFR flight. HSI, Engine Data Monitor, Bluetooth connectivity between onboard GPS & iPad Foreflight, 2 Axis Auto Pilot, 5 USB Ports, latest Comm & Transponder. Located in Santa Ana, CA – KSNA Complete and Consecutive Logs Useful Load 850 lbs September 2026 Annual Inspection
Avionics
Comm 2: GNC 255A JPI 830 Engine Data Monitor Bendix HSI KI-525A Garmin FlightStream 210 Bluetooth connectivity to GNS 530
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
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 172S SKYHAWK SP lands versus other Cessna 172S SKYHAWK SP listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $435k of 17 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
58th pct4,340 hours total (TTAF) · 58th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time
17th pct200 hours since major overhaul · 17th percentile of 24 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 | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172S SKYHAWK SP |
| Serial Number | 172S8970 |
| Registration # | N5082W |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | SNA |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,340 |
|---|---|
| Range | 700 NM |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,550 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,700 lb |
| Useful Load | 850 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 53 gal |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING IO-360-L2A |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | L-2999-51A |
| Engine Horsepower | 180 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 200 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2025 |
| Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1800 |
| Engine Cycles | 4 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | 1A170E/JHA7660 |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530AW |
|---|---|
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX345 |
| Auto Pilot | Yes |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING KAP140 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Comm 2: GNC 255A JPI 830 Engine Data Monitor Bendix HSI KI-525A Garmin FlightStream 210 Bluetooth connectivity to GNS 530 |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2001 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Sept 2026 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 517 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 124 kts · 143 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 960.0 / 575.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172S Skyhawk SP seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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