1954 Cessna 180 Skywagon
Single Engine Piston
Equipment & Features
- Seats
- 4
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Highlights: Peter Underhill flight tested this very aircraft for Pilot Magazine in April 1995 and he noted the Cessna 180 gets off the ground quicker and lands shorter than the esteemed Piper Cub. Any C180/185 is a prized possession all around the World by people who need to lift heavy loads from 900ft runways | Interior: (2) All photos (8) Price: 149 950 EUR Posted: 3 years ago Views: 2515 Share Contact seller Ferry & Delivery Click Tap to get a quick and easy quote Make Cessna Model 180 Skywagon Year 1954 Seller WFAviation Contact Seller type Dealer Location Thirsk, United Kingdom Condition Pre-owned Total Time 5365 h Engine Time 760 h Undercarriage Taildragger Seats 4 Flight Rules VFR Day Serial Number 31137 Registration G-AXZO | Maintenance: Engine major overhaul by Deltair on 2nd February 1996 SLI by Robert Ronaldson in March 2004 330hrs STOH when it as fitted with 6 new cylinder kits in December 2010 Both magnetos have 91hrs ran since 500hr inspection on May 2019 The panel has been updated, with a cut metal panel being installed by Aerofab at Thruxton in 2019 making for a much clearer layout Airworthiness Until 04/19/2023
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| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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WFAviation Contact
winglist.aero
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$176,490 *
EUR 149,950
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Thirsk, United Kingdom | May 03, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Cessna 180 Skywagon
This 1954 Cessna 180 Skywagon (G-AXZO) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 5,365 hours on the airframe. There are currently 8 180 Skywagon aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $155,500 to $314,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $176,490.
The 180 Skywagon cruises at 142 kts (263 km/h) with a range of 730 nm (1,352 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,700 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12 GPH (45 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $66/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $155/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 5,365 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Cessna 180 Skywagon — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (G-AXZO) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Thirsk, United Kingdom
GB
Seller reportedTitle Status
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Safety Record
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