2000 Cessna 182S
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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IFRDescription
Beautifully cared for Millennium Edition Cessna 182S. Excellent maintenance pedigree ready to take the next owner on their exciting adventure. Tastefully updated in the panel with bulletproof legacy backups, this low time bird is ready to roll. Conveniently located in Des Moines, IA and cared for by a discerning owner, this is your solution for a stellar example of a post-start up Cessna 182. Additional Comments: Located in Des Moines, IA - KDSM Complete and Consecutive Logs Minor Prop Strike in 2007 - Tear Down by Western Skyways Light Hail Hangered September 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
1673 Hours SNEW Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5
Propeller
506 Hours SPOH 3-Blade McCauley Prop Polished Spinner
Interior
8 out of 10 Gray Leather
Exterior
7 out of 10 Millennium Edition
Inspection
September 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. 859-694-8589 / [email protected] 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 Availability cannot be guaranteed, as the aircraft may be sold, leased, or withdrawn from the market at any time.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
• Wingtip LED Landing Lights/Pulse Lights
• Wingtip LED Strobes & NAV Lights
• LED Flashing Beacon
• Reiff Engine Preheater
• Avionics Master Switch
• 92-Gallon Fuel System
• Rosen Sun Visors
• Electric Pitch Trim
• Alternate Static Source
• Heated Pitot
• Wheel/Wing Strut Fairings
• Refueling Steps and Handles
• Cigarette Lighter Outlet
• Wingtip Strobes
• Flashing Beacon
• RH Hinged Window
• Pilot/Co-pilot Vertically Adjustable Seats
• 4 Headrests
• Internally Lighted Instruments
• Control Wheel Map Light
• Overhead Reading Lamps/Air
• True Airspeed Indicator
• External Power Receptacle
• Courtesy Lights
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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AirMart - Sav Savane
trade-a-plane.com
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$274,900
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Des Moines (), IA | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Airmart
controller.com
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$274,900
|
Lexington, KY | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Airmart
aviationtrader.com.au
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$283,455
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Lexington, Kentucky, Australia | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Airmart
controlleremea.co.uk
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$279,467 *
GBP £207,832
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Lexington, KY | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Airmart
airmart.com
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$199,900
$274,900
|
— | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna 182S
This 2000 Cessna 182S (N251ME) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 1,673 hours on the airframe. There are currently 19 182S aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $25,000 to $594,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $274,900.
The 182S cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 915 nm (1,695 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,100 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12.5 GPH (47 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $69/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $160/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 1,673 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 327 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 6 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.
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Cessna 182S — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N251ME.
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
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 182S
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 6 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes
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View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 182S
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
SEVERAL MONTHS AGO I HAD A STRONG SMELL OF GAS IN THE CABIN, IT WAS TRACED DOWN TO A CRACKED "RUBBER" HOSE BETWEEN THE WING TANK AND THE TUBE DOWN TO THE ENGINE. AT THE TIME I ASKED THE MECHANIC IF IT SHOULD BE REPORTED AND THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PLAN...
AIR FILTER HOUSING PN 07506212 DAMAGED AT THE OUTLET. SUSPECT DAMAGE WAS CAUSED BY OVER TIGHTENING OF THE CLAMP THAT SECURES THE RUBBER COUPLING TO THE DUCT. METAL TAPE WAS WRAPPED AROUND THE OUTLET PORTION OF THE HOUSING IN AN ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TH...
AFTER REMOVAL OF THE CYLINDER, FOUND THAT THE CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS FROM THE NR 6 CYLINDER WERE CRUSHED AND PARTS OF THEM MISSING, LATER FOUND THE REMAINING PIECES OF BEARING MATERIAL AND PIECES OF THE CONNECTING ROD END CAP, NUTS AND BOLTS IN THE...
SUPPORTS FOR THE ACFT BATTERY ARE CRACKED AT 3 OF THE 4 CORNERS. IT APPEARS THAT THE STRESS OF THE BATTERY HOLD DOWN HARDWARE, WEIGHT OF THE BATTERY AND THE ACFT OPERATIONAL LOADS MAY HAVE CAUSED THE CRACKS. RECOMMEND THICKER MATERIAL FOR THE SUPPO...
DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND NOSE GEAR LOWER ATTACHMENT CAST FITTING TO AIRCRAFT FUSELAGE HAD TWO HORIZONTAL ATTACHMENT EARS CRACKED. AFTER REMOVING THE BOLT FROM EACH FITTING EAR, THE EARS CAME OFF, THE EARS APPEAR TO HAVE SNAPPED OFF FROMT THE ...
DURING 50 HOUR INSPECTION. ATTEMPTED TO CONNECT EXTERNAL POWER AND FOUND TOP SMALL CONTROL PIN, LAYING IN BOTTOM OF RECEPTACLE. ATTACHING NUT WAS FOUND IN THE BOTTOM OF THE RELAY BOX. WIRE WAS FLOATING LOOSE IN BOX. APPARENTLY, NUT BACKED OFF DU...
DURING PERFORMANCE OF SB 388C, FOUND NR 2 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE TO GUIDE CLEARANCE MEASURED .032". EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CLEARANCE OF .030". NR 2 CYLINDER OVERHAULED 502.1 HOURS AGO. MAINTENANCE INSTALLED A NEW, EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE DURIN...
ACFT HAD PREVIOUS FORCED LANDING RESULTING IN PROP STRIKE CAUSED BY FUEL STARVATION. HAVE BEEN TROUBLESHOOTING A FUEL FEEDING ISSUE SINCE THE ACFT ARRIVED. THE ACFT FEEDS RANDOMLY FROM EITHER TANK WHEN BOTH SELECTED. DURING TROUBLESHOOTING AT ANNU...
(CAN) TRIM INDICATOR PIN CAN BE DISLODGED FROM ITS FULL RT POSITION BY OVERTURNING TRIM WHEEL. RESULTANT INDICATION ERROR WHEN RETURNED TO NEUTRAL, EVIDENT BY POSITION OF RUDDER PEDALS AND CONTROL SURFACE.
(CAN) AFTER LEVELING OFF AT 4000` ENGINE WAS RUNNING FINE FOR ABOUT A MINUTE. SUDDENLY THERE WAS A SMALL VIBRATION THAT LASTED ABOUT 30 SECONDS THEN IT TURNED INTO A LARGE VIBRATION THAT GOT WORSE. PILOT REQUESTED IMMEDIATE LANDING AND REDUCED POWE...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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