1978 Cessna 172N
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHVFR IFR Capable! • Garmin GNC 355 GPS/Comm • Dual Garmin G5s (Attitude Indicator HSI) • Garmin 215 Nav/Comm (Brand new in box
ready to be installed!) • PS Engineering PMA 8000BT Audio Panel (Integrated with Bluetooth
playbackand advanced features) • Stratus ESG Transponder (ADS-B Out) • JPI Engine Monitor • Narco NCS 812 TSO Comm Radio • Davtron M800 Chronometer • Smart Charger dash unit
Description
FOR SALE: 1/5 SHARE IN 1978 CESSNA 172N Presented by Aviation Solutions Group Own a piece of aviation! We are proud to present a 1/5 share of N5314E, a beautifully equipped 1978 Cessna 172N. This one share is part of 57D Flyers with only 3 pilots currently flying, meaning excellent availability for you! Whether you are a seasoned aviator or just starting your journey, this is the perfect opportunity. **STUDENT PILOTS ARE WELCOME! ** ________________________________________ AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATIONS • Make/Model: 1978 Cessna 172N • Tail Number: N5314E • Serial Number: 17271835 • Total Time (TTAF): 6,002 Hrs. (All Logs Since Airworthiness) • Engine: Lycoming O-320 E2H (160 HP) • Prop: McCauley Fixed Pitch Prop • Time Since Major Overhaul (TSMOH): 616 Hrs. • VFR IFR Certified • No Damage History • Long range fuel tanks - 50 Gallons usable • Based at Ray Community Airport - 57D (Ray, MI) ________________________________________ AVIONICS EQUIPMENT Fly with confidence using a highly upgraded, glass-equipped panel - VFR IFR Capable! • Garmin GNC 355 GPS/Comm • Dual Garmin G5s (Attitude Indicator HSI) • Garmin 215 Nav/Comm (Brand new in box, ready to be installed!) • PS Engineering PMA 8000BT Audio Panel (Integrated with Bluetooth, playback, and advanced features) • Stratus ESG Transponder (ADS-B Out) • JPI Engine Monitor • Narco NCS 812 TSO Comm Radio • Davtron M800 Chronometer • Smart Charger dash unit ________________________________________ INTERIOR UPGRADES Fly in comfort with a refreshed cabin featuring: • Newer Carpet • New Interior Lower Side Panels • Upgraded Seat Belts ________________________________________ In Summary • Asking Price: $29,495 • Monthly Club Dues: $110/Month (Annual, insurance, hangar, registration, Garmin updates) • Flying Rate: $65/Hour WET (Incredibly affordable flying!) • Earn your Private Pilot License with 57 Flyers Club at just $65.00/HR! • Save thousands of dollars compared to renting from a flight school ________________________________________ Ready to take to the skies? Don't miss out on this rare opportunity for ultra-affordable, well-equipped aircraft ownership. Contact Aviation Solutions Group today to schedule a viewing or request more information! • • Email: • Website:
Engine
• Engine: Lycoming O-320 E2H (160 HP) • Prop: McCauley Fixed Pitch Prop • Time Since Major Overhaul (TSMOH): 616 Hrs.
Interior
INTERIOR UPGRADES Fly in comfort with a refreshed cabin featuring: • Newer Carpet • New Interior Lower Side Panels • Upgraded Seat Belts
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About This Cessna 172N
This 1978 Cessna 172N (N5314E) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 6,002 hours on the airframe. There are currently 57 172N aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $64,000 to $259,000.
The 172N cruises at 122 kts (226 km/h) with a range of 640 nm (1,185 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8.5 GPH (32 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 6,002 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. There are 1 airworthiness directive 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.
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Cessna 172N — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N5314E.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 172N
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172N, 172P, R172K, 172RG, F172N, F172P, FR172J, and FR172K Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 172N
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
EXHAUST VALVE FAILED DUE TO HEAT STRESS, CAUSING LOW COMPRESSION, LOW ENGINE SPEED AND ENGINE VIBRATIONS WHILE AT CRUISE.
WHILE ON APPROACH TO LAND AT KXBP BASE TO FINAL, THE CFII AND HER STUDENT HEARD A POP IN THE AIRFRAME. THEY NOTICED THE LEFT FLAP WAS "FLAPPING" A LITTLE AND DIDN'T SEEM TO BE SECURED IN THE PROPER CONFIGURATION COMPARED TO THE RH SIDE. THE CFII TO...
CASE CRACKED AT TOP BASE OF #2 CYLINDER, LEAKING OIL
NEW TUBE HAD A SLOW LEAK WHERE STEM REINFORCEMENT PATCH AND MANUFACTURE SEAM INTERSECTED. NOTE: THIS TUBE WAS BRAND NEW AND WAS NEVER ENTERED INTO SERVICE. THE TUBE WAS ALSO NOT A PART OF ANY PRE-ASSEMBLED ASSEMBLY.
L/H FLAP BINDING, CAUSING DAMAGE TO L/H FLAP & L/H FLAP DRIVE PULLEY. REPLACED DAMAGED PARTS
FOUND BOTH AILERON CABLES P/N MC0510105-324 FRAYED AT OUTBOARD PULLEY. AILERON CABLES TSN: 2973.9
OFF FLAG INOPERATIVE, FLAG DOES NOT PULL.
DURING SB388C, EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION FOUND 4EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-10 & 4EA ROCKERS P/N 17F19357 TO HAVE HEAVY SCUFF - SCORING. ENGINE TT: 2741.1 SINCE FACTORY REBUILT.
VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAIL AFTER 66.2 HOURS OF OPERATION. AFTER REMOVAL FROM AIRCRAFT NOTICED TWO PART NUMBER STICKERS OVERLAPPING EACH OTHER. EACH STICKER HAD DIFFERENT SERIAL NUMBERS TOP S/N 80Y66728 BOTTOM 80X66735
WHILE IN CRUISE FLIGHT ACFT EXPERIENCED AND ENGINE STOPPAGE IN FLIGHT. ENGINE BEGAN TO RUN ROUGH BRIEFLY FOLLOWED BY COMPLETE STOPPAGE. UPON VISUAL EXAMINATION OF THE ENGINE MAGNETO IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT NEITHER SET OF POINTS WERE BEING OPENED BY...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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