2006 Cessna 182T
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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Online Auction for Government Surplus - Auction Ends 6/1/26 - To view auction details go to LOT#13841-25 2006 Cessna 182T Skylane Bid deposit $5,000 Serial Number: 18281843 Registration: N972GJ Well-Maintained ' Fully Compliant ' Turnkey Operation This 2006 Cessna 182T Skylane (N972GJ, S/N 18281843) is a highly reliable, IFR-capable aircraft supported by a strong maintenance history and professional care. The aircraft has been meticulously maintained by Dixie Jet Rotor Service in Lakeland, FL, ensuring consistent airworthiness and operational readiness. With no damage history and full compliance with all Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins (SBs), this aircraft offers confidence for both private and commercial operators. Additional Equipment / Upgrades Garmin NAV III Avionics Suite with KAP 140 Autopilot Garmin GTX-345R ADS-B "In/Out" Transponder Keith Products Air Conditioning Leather Seating Surfaces Observation Window Key Highlights No Damage History All ADs SBs Complied With Professionally Maintained (Lakeland, FL) Clean, Well-Kept Interior IFR-Capable Platform with Proven 182T Performance **PRICE REFLECTS CURRENT HIGH BID AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME DURING THE ON GOING AUCTION** **GovDeals.com is the online auction platform where you can bid on and buy government surplus**
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$375,000
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Bartow, FL | May 19, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Cessna 182T
This 2006 Cessna 182T (N972GJ) is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 103 182T aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $169,950 to $870,000.
The 182T cruises at 152 kts (282 km/h) with a range of 885 nm (1,639 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13 GPH (49 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $72/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.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 5 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 182T — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N972GJ.
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 182T
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 5 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
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View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 182T
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
DURING FIREWALL CLEANING/INSPECTION DURING ANNUAL/100HR INSPECTION, A CRACK, APPROXIMATELY 1.0" IN LENGTH WAS DISCOVERED IN THE UPPER RADIUS OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE LOWER FIREWALL DOUBLER DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TOP RIVET THAT HOLDS THE PARKING BRA...
DURING FIREWALL CLEANING/INSPECTION DURING ANNUAL/100HR INSPECTION, A CRACK, APPROXIMATELY 2.3 IN LENGTH WAS DISCOVERED IN THE UPPER RADIUS OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE LOWER FIREWALL DOUBLER DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TOP RIVET THAT HOLDS THE PARKING BRAK...
CRACK ON WING SIDE OF RH STRUT. AIRFRAME TOTAL TIME IS 10298.9. CRACK WAS FOUND DURING ROUTINE 100/HR INSPECTION. AIRPLANE DOES PIPELINE PATROL.
DURING FIREWALL CLEANING IN PREPARATION OF INSTALLATION OF NEWLY OVERHAULED ENGINE, A CRACK, APPROXIMATELY 2.3 IN LENGTH WAS DISCOVERED IN THE UPPER RADIUS OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE LOWER FIREWALL DOUBLER DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TOP RIVET THAT HOLDS ...
DURING 100HR / ANNUAL INSPECTION FOUND RH INBOARD FLAP COVE SKIN CRACKED ALONG WITH FLAP TRACK RIVETS WORKING OUT. INSPECTED AREA AROUND FLAP AND FOUND THE INBD FLAP TRACK/RIB ASSEMBLY TO BE CRACKED THROUGH.
PILOT REPORTED: WHILE ON DESCENT INTO KPWG I DISCONNECTED THE AUTOPILOT AT 500 FT AGL. I WENT TO MAKE A MANUAL ADJUST OF THE TRIM USING THE HAND TRIM WHEEL AND FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO MOVE. I ALSO ATTEMPTED TO USE THE ELECTRIC TRIM BUT FOUND IT TO BE I...
MY SHOP HAS SEEN TWO OF THESE ISSUES IN A VERY SHORT TIME ON TWO DIFFERENT AIRCRAFT. THE FIRST WAS THE LISTED AIRCRAFT (N2155J), THE SECOND IS ON N406CV. SAME ENGINES (TIO-540-AK1A) WITH APPROXIMATELY THE SAME TIME SINCE OVERHAUL (1200 HOURS) FROM TW...
DURING A 50-HOUR OIL CHANGE / INSPECTION EVENT THE NOSE LANDING GEAR LOWER STRUT FITTING WAS DISCOVERED TO BE CRACKED IN TWO ON THE RIGHT-HAND WEB SECTION. AFTER REMOVAL OF BROKEN MOUNT, EVIDENCE SHOWED THE CRACK HAD OCCURRED PRIOR TO THE FINAL FAILU...
NOSE GEAR, LOWER ATTACH STRUT FITTING CRACKED IN RADIUS.
NOSE GEAR LOWER ATTACH FITTING CRACKED. DISCOVERED DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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