1974 Cessna 177 for sale

1974 Cessna 177

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$109,950Overpriced
Location CA
Total Time 2,035 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 17702082
Reg # N34908
Engine Lycoming O-320
Cruise 120 kts (222 km/h)
ICAO Type C177
✓ FAA Valid ⚠ 1 NTSB 7 ADs ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

PS Engineering PMA 6000C Audio Panel/Intercom System Apollo GX 65 GPS/COM IFR Approved Narco MK 12D NAV/COM with VOR/LOC/G.S. Garmin GTX 327 Transponder Cessna 200A Navomatic Auto Pilot Coupled TO GPS Vertical CARD Compass EDM JPI 830 Engine Monitor Uavionics Tail Beacon ADSB 

Description

Maintenance Condition: Complete Logs: Yes Useful Load: 898.4 Lbs. VFR Cert.: September 2025 Annual Inspection: October 2025

Exterior: All Over White with Skyblue and Red Trim

Interior: Blue Vinyl and Fabric

Including: Power Flow Exhaust Sky Tec Starter Skybolt Cowl Fastners Exhaust Fairing Maple Leaf Aviation Challenger Re-usable Air Filter Pilot Co-pilot Articulating Seats Wing Tip Strobe Lights Tail Beacon/Strobe Aux Power Outlet Updated Control Yokes with PTT’S Wheel Pants

Interior

Blue Vinyl and Fabric

Exterior

All Over White with Skyblue and Red Trim

Inspection

Complete Logs: Yes Useful Load: 898.4 Lbs. VFR Cert.: September 2025 Annual Inspection: October 2025

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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$109,950
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$109,950

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About This Cessna 177

This 1974 Cessna 177 (N34908) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,035 hours on the airframe. There are currently 28 177 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $50,624 to $199,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $109,950.

The 177 cruises at 120 kts (222 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $150/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 2,035 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 1 incident for this airframe. There are 7 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid
Safety record: 1 NTSB incident
Airframe: 2,035 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Check 7 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Budget $135 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna 177 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
120 kts (222 km/h)
Max Speed
108 kts (200 km/h)
Range
600 nm (1,111 km)
Max Weight
12,500 lbs (5,670 kg)
Useful Load
900 lbs (408 kg)
Horsepower
150 HP
Fuel Burn
9 GPH (34 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 177

Fuel Burn
9.0 GPH
~$58/hr
Variable Cost
$150/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$32,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 177. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N34908.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

CA

Seller reported 724 more aircraft in CA →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

1 incident found in NTSB database for N34908.
accident none
1985-04-18
ALLIANCE, NE

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database, checked Mar 18, 2026

Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 177

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 7 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

FR-04-4375

Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes

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2011-10-09 2011-06-17

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 150, 152, 170, 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 190, 195, 206, 207, 210, T303, 336, and 337 Airplanes

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2008-26-10 2010-11-16

Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 206, 207, 208, 210, 303, 336, and 337 Series Airplanes

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2004-19-04 2004-11-01

Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes

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2004-19-01 2004-11-01

Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes

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2000-06-01 2000-05-05

Cessna Aircraft Company 150, 152, 172, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 206, 207, 210, and 337 Series Airplanes

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FR-99-33564 2000-01-21

Cessna Aircraft Company 170, 172, 175, and 177 Series Airplanes

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Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.

Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 177

SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.

Propellers CRACKED
2023-05-10

AIRCRAFT WAS DELIVERED TO MAINTENANCE FACILITY BY OWNER FOR ENGINE, PROP, AND GOVERNOR REMOVAL AND OVERHAUL OF EACH. HE MADE THE ADDITIONAL REQUEST THAT THE ENGINE MOUNT BE REMOVED AND SHIPPED TO A WELDING REPAIR STATION FACILITY FOR IRAN AND NEW PAI...

Flight Controls RESTRICTED
2023-01-12

INSTALLATION OF TRUTRAK AUTOPILOT STC'D ROLL SERVO LIMITED AILERON TRAVEL. THE SERVO ARM IS CONNECTED TO THE RIGHT AILERON BELLCRANK VIA A ROD. THE SERVO ARM CONTACTED A SERVO BRACKET IN THE AFT DIRECTION AND THE BOLT ATTACHING THE ROD TO THE ARM CO...

Electrical Power DEFECTIVE
2022-09-10

ALTERNATOR FAILED DURING FLIGHT. UPON DISCOVERING THE LACK OF CHARGE ON THE AMMETER, WE CYCLED THE ALTERNATOR POWER SWITCH AND CIRCUIT BREAKER, WITHOUT SUCCESS. WE THEN INFORMED APPROACH CONTROL OF OUR ALTERNATOR ISSUE AND REQUESTED DIRECT KSSF. U...

Engine Fuel/Control LEAKING
2021-10-01

DURING PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION PILOT NOTED OIL DRIPPING FROM FUEL PUMP DRAIN. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION BY AN A&P/IA IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP CASE DRAIN WAS THE SOURCE OF THE OIL LEAK. FUEL PUMP WAS REMOVED AND REPLACED. ENGINE ...

Landing Gear BENT
2021-08-31

DURING ANNUAL INSP. GEAR CHECK, COULD NOT ADJUST NOSE GEAR DOWN LOCK SPRING TENSION TO W/IN LIMITS. REMOVED DOWN LOCK CAM AND FOUND BOLT BENT. PHOTO WILL BE PROVIDED. IMPROPER DOWN LOCK TENSION COULD RESULT IN A NOSE GEAR FAILURE (COLLAPSE). CES...

Hydraulic Power LEAKING
2021-08-15

THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM RETURN (RETRACT) HOSE LEAKED WHILE IN FLIGHT AND EMPTIED THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. THE LG WOULD NOT EXTEND AND LOCK, AND THE EMERGENCY EXTENSION SYSTEM WOULD NOT FUNCTION. THIS CAUSED A GEAR UP LANDING. THE HOSE HAS A METAL BRAID AND...

Landing Gear GOUGED
2021-04-16

MAIN LANDING GEAR MAIN SECTOR GEAR HAS GOUGE MARKS IN GEAR TEETH, MAIN LANDING GEAR PINION GEARS HAS CHIPPED AND DAMAGED TEETH. TWO BOLTS FOUND SHEARED THAT HOLD MAIN LANDING GEAR SECTOR GEAR IN PLACE.

Electrical Power FAILED
2020-01-09

DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION I PERFORMED ALTERNATOR INSPECTION REQUIRED BY PLANEPOWER. PLANEPOWER'S MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ANNUAL / 100 HOUR INSPECTIONS: 1. REMOVE DRIVE BELT AND TURN ALTERNATOR ROTOR TO CHECK CONDITION OF BEARINGS FOR ABNORMAL NOIS...

Wings CORRODED
2019-07-19

(CAN) DURING INSPECTION OF LOWER SPAR CARRY THRU FOR CORROSION, SEVERAL (5) SMALL SPOTS OF CORROSION FOUND ON UPPER SURFACE OF THE LOWER FORWARD SPAR FLANGE. SIZE OF CORROSION VARRIED FROM 5 MM TO 10 MM.APPEARS TO BE SURFACE ONLY. TEXTRON CESSNA CONT...

Reciprocating Engine DETERIORATED
2019-07-06

THE OWNER AND PILOT OF THE A\C CONDUCTED AN OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. THE OWNER/PILOT THEN TOOK OFF FROM KAFJ. AFTER 15 MINUTES IN FLIGHT THE PILOT NOTICED THE PROPELLER RPM WAS SURGING. THE PILOT NOTICED THAT THE OIL PRESSURE DETERIORATING. SINCE THE A...

Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$109,950
Range: $109,950 — $109,950
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
0%
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