### Why Buy this 2012 CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Aircraft?
Experience unmatched reliability with this 2012 Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP, a perfect candidate for a flight school or private owner. This aircraft features a Lycoming IO-360 engine delivering 180 HP, with only 550 hours SMOH since its 2025 installation. The cockpit is equipped with a sophisticated Garmin G1000 integrated avionics suite, including a GFC700 autopilot, WAAS, LPV, and ADS-B capabilities for confident IFR flight. With a total time of 7,889 hours, this plane has been meticulously hangared and maintained with consistent 100-hour inspections. It offers a useful load of 838.5 pounds and a 56-gallon fuel capacity. Additional highlights include LED lighting throughout, a McCauley 2-blade fixed-pitch propeller, and complete logs with no damage history. This dependable aircraft is ready for its next mission.
Airframe
Total Time
7,889
Max Takeoff Weight
2,550 lb
Basic Empty Weight
1,711 lb
Useful Load
838.5 lb
Fuel Capacity Volume
56 gal
Complete Logs
Yes
Airframe Notes
We have owned this aircraft since 2012 - Well maintained and hangared since new. We are upgrading to a brand new Skyhawk so this one must go. She has been a very dependable airplane, and we fly it 600-800hrs per year!
Great Flight School airplane!
Engine
Engine 1 Make/Model
LYCOMING IO-360
Engine Horsepower
180 HP
Engine 1 Time
550 SMOH
Engine TBO
2000
Engine Notes
Poplar Grove OH engine installed 2025 with 550hrs SMOH -
Props
Number of Blades
2
Blade Composition
Aluminum
Avionics
Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model
GARMIN G1000
Auto Pilot
Yes
Autopilot Manufacturer/Model
GARMIN GFC700
ADS-B Equipped
Yes
WAAS
Yes
LPV
Yes
Active Traffic
Yes
Avionics/Radios
Garmin G1000 Integrated Avionics Suite
Garmin GMA-1360 Digital Audio Panel w/ Bluetooth/3LMB/4 Place Intercom System w/ Aux Audio Input
Garmin GIA-64WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm w/ Glideslope (#1)
Garmin GIA-64WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm w/ Glideslope (#2)
Garmin GTX-345R Digital ADS-B in/out Transponder
Garmin Primary Flight Display “PFD”
Garmin Multi-Function Display “MFD”
Garmin GDC-74A Air Data Computer “ADC”
Pilot/Copilot Control Wheel Push-to-Talk Switches
Avionics Master Switch
*Some avionics require activation and/or subscription fees.
Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment
McCauley 2 Blade Fixed Pitch Propeller
Ground Service Receptacle
56 Gallon Fuel System
LED Position Lights
LED Flashing Beacon (vertical stab)
LED Landing/Taxi Lights (each wing)
Wingtip Strobe Light System
Wing Nav Light Detectors
Underwing Courtesy Lights
Heated Pitot
Alternate Static Source
Flight Hour Recorder
Standby Altimeter, Airspeed, and Attitude Indicators
Refueling Steps/Handles
Hinged Door Windows (pilot/copilot)
Articulating Pilot/Copilot Seats
Individual Seat Recliners
Exterior
Year Painted
2012
Exterior Notes
Exterior shows well for almost 8k hours. It has been stored in hangar since new when not in use.
Shows 7/10.
Interior
Year Interior
2012
Number of Seats
4
Configuration
Passenger
Interior Notes
Interior is a leather with black perforated inserts. Interior is original and shows wear on seats and belts. We can discuss installing new interior or credit for new interior.
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Aircraft has been maintained with 100hr inspections for the last 14 years.
No Damage History
Logs complete
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