1978 Cessna Conquest I for sale

1978 Cessna Conquest I

Multi Engine Turboprop

PRICE ON REQUEST
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Location Rome, Rome
Seats 8
Reg # I-EDUS Italy
Engine PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-112
Cruise 283 kts (524 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

Aeroclub di Roma is pleased to present this gorgeous Cessna C172N. The aircraft has been managed by a CAO, with all the maintenance carried out by approved maintenance organizations, ensuring a high standard of care. It is offered for sale due to the club pursuing other projects. This aircraft is also certified for VFR/N operations. ARC: Current and valid until 2027 Airplane time state: Aircraft TT: 12.065 h Engine Lycoming O-320-H2AD Engine TSN: 2730 h Engine TSO: 750 h, 14/06/2019 Propeller McCauley 1C160DTM7557M1 Propeller TSN: 1270 h Propeller TSO: 10 h, 31/05/2024

Engine

1 Engine, Piston

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$137,603 *
€ 120,000
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Cessna Conquest I

This 1978 Cessna Conquest I (I-EDUS) is a 8-seat multi engine turboprop . There are currently 14 Conquest I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $829,000 to $1,550,000.

The Conquest I cruises at 283 kts (524 km/h) with a range of 1,500 nm (2,778 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 30,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 70 GPH (265 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $385/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $650/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $55,000.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

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Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
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Cessna Conquest I — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
283 kts (524 km/h)
Max Speed
296 kts (548 km/h)
Range
1,500 nm (2,778 km)
Ceiling
30,000 ft (9,144 m)
Max Weight
8,600 lbs (3,901 kg)
Useful Load
3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
Horsepower
450 HP
Fuel Capacity
182 gal (689 L)
Fuel Burn
70 GPH (265 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
3,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Conquest I

Fuel Burn
70.0 GPH
~$455/hr
Variable Cost
$650/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$55,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$200,000
every 3,500 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (I-EDUS) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Rome, Rome

Rome

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

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Safety Record

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