1979 Cessna 182Q for sale

1979 Cessna 182Q

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$209,900within typical asking range
Location Lexington, KY
Total Time 4,954 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,798 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 18267182
Reg # N550U
Engine CONTINENTAL O-470-U
Cruise 142 kts (263 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB 2 ADs ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

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Description

If you have been looking for a one of a kind 182, here is the one for you! This plane is equipped with the IO-550 engine conversion, paired with oversized tires, and Micro VG’s, this plane makes for a great short field performer! Located in Nampa, Idaho, N550U is ready for its next adventure. For sale right now for $209,900.

Located in Nampa, Idaho- KMAN

Complete and Consecutive Logs

Useful Load 981 lbs

May 2025 Annual Inspection

Financing & Insurance Available – Aircraft Guarantee and Lending’s tailored program makes aircraft ownership simple and affordable. Contact AGL to finance your next aircraft purchase and enjoy competitive rates and flexible terms.

Engine

Engine Hours: 1798 Hours SFRM AirPlains IO-550 Upgrade Prop Hours: 528 Hours SNEW Hartzell 3-Blade Prop Polished Spinner

Propeller

528 Hours SNEW Hartzell 3-Blade Prop Polished Spinner

Interior

Number of Seats

Exterior

8 out of 10

Inspection

May 2025 Annual Inspection Financing & Insurance Available – Aircraft Guarantee and Lending’s tailored program makes aircraft ownership simple and affordable. Contact AGL to finance your next aircraft purchase and enjoy competitive rates and flexible terms. / Specifications for this aircraft are believed to be accurate but are not warranted. It is the responsibility of the buyer to confirm all specifications, equipment, and times. AirMart does not represent or warrant the working order, merchantability, or operability of any equipment. Airplanes are dynamic assets whose condition, availability, and details may change without notice. All information is subject to independent verification and inspection by the buyer. Availability cannot be guaranteed, as the aircraft may be sold, leased, or withdrawn from the market at any time.

Modifications / STCs

Airglas, Inc. LANDES Nose Fork

Micro Vortex Generators

Sportsman Leading Edge Cuff

RMD Wingtip Landing Lights

Cleveland Wheels and Brakes

Knots2U Main & Nose Gear Fairings

Whelen LED NAV Lights

Whelen LED Strobes

Whelen LED Flashing Beacon

BAS Seaplane Harnesses – Front Seats

LED Landing and Taxi Lights

Electric Pitch Trim

Rudder Trim

L/R Horizontal Stab. Abrasion Boots

ACK 406 MHz ELT

Dual Push-to-Talk Switches

Dual Toe Brakes

Avionics Master Switch

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
AirMart - Ben Halcomb
trade-a-plane.com
$209,900
Airmart
controller.com
$209,900
Airmart
aviationtrader.com.au
$216,432
Airmart
controlleremea.co.uk
$213,238 *
GBP £158,690
Ben Halcomb
airmart.com
$209,900

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Cessna 182Q

This 1979 Cessna 182Q (N550U) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,954 hours on the airframe. There are currently 50 182Q aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $26,874 to $575,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $209,900.

The 182Q cruises at 142 kts (263 km/h) with a range of 700 nm (1,296 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,500 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13.8 GPH (52 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $86/hr in fuel alone. With 4,954 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 2 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

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,954 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,500 hrs)
Check 2 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $207 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna 182Q — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
142 kts (263 km/h)
Max Speed
150 kts (278 km/h)
Range
700 nm (1,296 km)
Ceiling
16,500 ft (5,029 m)
Max Weight
3,100 lbs (1,406 kg)
Useful Load
1,130 lbs (513 kg)
Horsepower
230 HP
Fuel Capacity
66 gal (250 L)
Fuel Burn
13.8 GPH (52 L/h)
TBO
1,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 182 Continental (late)

Fuel Burn
13.8 GPH
~$90/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 182 Continental (late). Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N550U.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Lexington, KY

Seller reported 164 more aircraft in Kentucky →

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.

We'll check N550U against the NTSB accident database.

Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 182Q

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 2 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

2009-04-05 2009-03-27

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 182Q and 182R Airplanes

View full AD →
2007-09-01 2007-04-25

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 182H, 182J, 182K, 182L, 182M, 182N, 182P, 182Q, and 182R Airplanes

View full AD →

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

Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 182Q

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

Power Plant CORRODED
2026-03-05

THE DISSIMILAR METAL TAPE SUPPLIED IN STC SA00496SE (U-LINE ELECTRICAL TAPE) IS CAUSING CORROSION ON THE ENGINE MOUNT TO THE POINT OF REPLACING THE ENGINE MOUNT WITH IN 500-100HRS AFTER INSTALLING THE STC. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THREE OF OUR FLEET AIRC...

Electrical Power BURNED
2025-05-10

LOST AVIONICS, TRANSPONDER, AND RADIO STACK. SMELLED BURNING WIRES AND DECLARED EMERGENCY. LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. FOUND SOURCE TO BE A BAD 40 AMP BREAKER SWITCH WHICH RUNS THE AVIONICS AND RADIO STACK.

Reciprocating Engine LOW PRESSURE
2023-11-01

CYLINDERS 2,4, AND 6 HAVE LOW COMPRESSION (30'S) THESE CONTINUE TO LOWER WITH EACH ANNUAL INSPECTION

Starting FAULTY
2021-03-04

ENGAGING STARTER CAUSED ALL ELECTRIC POWER TO BE LOST. CYCLING MASTER SWITCH RESTORED POWER, SUBSEQUENT STARTER ENGAGEMENT RESULTED IN LOWER THAN NORMAL CRANKING SPEED. FOUND EXCESSIVE VOLTAGE DROP ACROSS MASTER CONTACTOR. REPLACED WITH LAMAR PMA STS...

Flight Controls CORRODED
2020-09-09

DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION WE FOUND THE LEFT FORWARD AND AFT AILERON TURN BUCKLE ENDS P/N MS21252-5LL CORRODED AND PITTED. INSTALLED NEW TURN BUCKLE ENDS AND RIGGED, AS PER CESSNA 182 MM.

Reciprocating Engine LEAKING
2020-07-31

CONTINENTAL (AIRBOSS) CYLINDER P/N 658598 S/N AC15FA427 INSTALLED ON AUGUST 31, 2015 PER THE ENGINE LOG BOOK. COMPRESSION TEST IN JULY 2020 IDENTIFIED LOW COMPRESSION ON THIS CYLINDER, WITH A LEAK IN THE EXHAUST VALVE. THE EXHAUST VALVE WAS REMOVED...

Instruments BURNED
2018-11-01

PILOT REPORTED SMOKE COMING FROM AVIONICS. INVESTIGATION REVEALED SMOKE COMING FROM THE INSULATION OF THE JUMPERS AT THE VOLTAGE DROPPING RESISTOR AT THE LEFT FUEL QUANTITY GAUGE. THE SMOKE WAS BEING COLLECTED BY THE AVIONICS COOLING FAN AND BLOWN TH...

Engine Fuel/Control SHEARED
2016-07-15

CARB HEAT SHAFT WAS FOUND TO BE SHEARED AT RIVET HOLE DURING ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION. SHEARING OF THE SHAFT DID NOT APPEAR TO BE RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT.

Reciprocating Engine CRACKED
2014-10-29

CYLINDERS WERE REMOVED FOR LOW COMPRESSION. VISUAL INSPECTION FOUND THREE CYLINDERS LEAKING AROUND THE HEAD TO BARREL THREADS.

Reciprocating Engine CRACKED
2014-10-29

CYLINDERS REMOVED DUE TO LOW COMPRESSION, FOUND 3 CYLINDERS WITH HEAD TO BARREL LEAKAGE.

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

Price History

3 price events · sources: controller.com, controlleremea.co.uk, aviationtrader.com.au

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $175,000–$272,000.

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

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