1978 Cessna 172 Hawk XP
Single Engine Piston
FOR SALEAircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
GARMIN GNS-530 WAAS GPS/COMM GARMIN VOR/LOC/ILS INDICATOR #1 GARMIN GMA-340 AUDIO PANEL GARMIN MARKER BEACON RECEIVER KING KT-76 TRANSPONDER KING KN62 DIGITAL DME SYSTEM King Kx-155 DIGITAL NAV/COM SYSTEM King KI-209 VOR/LOC/ILS Indicator King Glide Slope Receiver #2 ALTITUDE ENCODER ADSB OUT Auto-Pilot: STEC 50 AUTOPILOT SYSTEM WITH ALTITUDE HOLD
Description
Total Time: 4,651 TT Engine: 535 HOURS SINCE FACTORY OVERHAUL (2000 TBO)
Engine
1 Engine, Piston
Interior
RECENT ROYAL BLUE FABRIC SEATS WITH MATCHING CARPET AND SIDE PANELS
Exterior
Very Nice PAINT WITH A MATTERHORN WHITE BASE TRIMMED IN ROYAL BLUE AND SILVER
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Total Time
globalplanesearch.com
|
$164,900
|
, FL | Mar 17, 2026 | — | Active |
Estimate Monthly Payment
Cessna 172 Hawk XP loan calculator
AeroGurus Data & Analysis
Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis
About This Cessna 172 Hawk XP
This 1978 Cessna 172 Hawk XP (N5280T) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,651 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 172 Hawk XP aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $164,900 to $164,900. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $164,900.
The 172 Hawk XP cruises at 122 kts (226 km/h) with a range of 640 nm (1,185 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8.6 GPH (33 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $47/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $130/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 4,651 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
Cessna 172 Hawk XP — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateCESSNA 172
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 172. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.
Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N5280T.
Location & Ownership
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 database checked for N5280T.
Similar Aircraft for Sale
