1976 Cessna 172N SKYHAWK for sale

1976 Cessna 172N SKYHAWK

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$125,000within typical asking range
Location Upper Lake, CA
Total Time 9,024 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,074 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 17268456
Reg # N733QA
Engine LYCOMING O-320-E2D
Cruise 120 kts (222 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

A well taken care of aircraft, has been used recreationally and stored indoors. It has a fully functioning autopilot system with heading, 160hp engine, new spark-plugs and battery, as well as a nice backlit front panels great for night time flying. Upholstery is in good condition, no stains or smells of any sort. We would love to show it off in person, please reach out by phone or email. Thank you!

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Source Price Action
Mohammed Hussain
controller.com
$125,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Cessna 172N SKYHAWK

This 1976 Cessna 172N SKYHAWK (N733QA) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 9,024 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $125,000.

The 172N SKYHAWK cruises at 120 kts (222 km/h) with a range of 585 nm (1,083 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,100 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. With 9,024 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 9,024 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
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Cessna 172N SKYHAWK — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
120 kts (222 km/h)
Max Speed
125 kts (232 km/h)
Range
585 nm (1,083 km)
Ceiling
13,100 ft (3,993 m)
Max Weight
2,300 lbs (1,043 kg)
Useful Load
910 lbs (413 kg)
Horsepower
150 HP
Fuel Capacity
43 gal (163 L)
Fuel Burn
8 GPH (30 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 172 O-320 150hp

Fuel Burn
8.0 GPH
~$52/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 172 O-320 150hp. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N733QA.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Upper Lake, CA

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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

NTSB safety data coming soon.

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Price History

3 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, controller.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $111,142–$152,213.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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