$175,000
Aircraft Location:Candiac, Quebec, Canada
Seller Information
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Year
1980
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
17273985
Registration #
C-GGHD
Condition
Used
FlightRules
IFR
Based at
CZBM
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 1,000 hours SMOH. Engine overhauled and new propeller installed in 2023, with approximately 1000 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.
Airframe
Total Time
9,362
Airframe Notes
1980 Cessna 172N Skyhawk, registration C-GGHD, serial number 17273985. Certified under CARS (Canadian Aviation Regulations) and IFR certified. Approximately 9,362 hours total airframe time.
Well-maintained aircraft featuring a new windshield installed in 2024, new tires in 2025, and a professionally cleaned and ceramic-coated exterior. Upper and lower instrument panels have been completely refurbished with updated switches and fuses throughout. Interior features reupholstered blue seats.
Engine
Engine 1 Time
1,000 SMOH
Engine TBO
2000
Engine Notes
Engine overhauled in 2023 with approximately 1,000 hours SMOH. Stated engine TBO of 2,000 hours, leaving approximately 1,000 hours until recommended overhaul based on the reported figures. New propeller installed in 2023. Aircraft also features an upgraded Garmin engine monitoring system (EIS) installed as part of the 2021 avionics improvements.
Props
Prop Time
1000 SNEW
Number of Blades
2
Blade Composition
Aluminum
Prop Notes
New propeller installed in 2023 as part of the aircraft's recent improvements. Approximately 100 hours since new per the seller's latest equipment notes. Propeller manufacturer, model, and current time to be confirmed.
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.
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.
Exterior
Exterior Notes
Well-maintained exterior featuring a new windshield installed in 2024 and new tires installed in 2025. Aircraft has been professionally cleaned and ceramic coated to enhance its appearance and protect the existing finish.
Interior
Number of Seats
4
Interior Notes
Refreshed interior featuring reupholstered blue seats. Upper and lower instrument panels have been completely refurbished with updated switches and fuses throughout. Modernized cockpit equipped with dual Garmin G5 electronic flight displays and upgraded Garmin avionics installed in 2021 by Handfield Aviation.
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 1,000 hours SMOH. Maintenance logs available from December 2018 forward. Aircraft is certified under CARS (Canadian Aviation Regulations) and IFR certified.

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