Aviat Husky vs Cessna 172

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Aviat Husky

No active listings right now.

Cessna 172
For sale now
527
Median asking
$129,925
Range
$56,023–$321,435
Model years available
1951–2026

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Generations Breakdown

Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.

Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.

Aviat Husky — 0 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale

Cessna 172 — 3 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale
172 Continental 1956–1967 O-300 2300 118 520 142
172 O-320 150hp 1968–1976 O-320-E2D 2300 120 585 123
172 O-320 160hp 1977–1986 O-320-H2AD/D2J 2400 122 585 99

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Aviat HuskyCessna 172
All events76810
Serious1542
Fatal0960
Fatalities01802
% Fatal0%14%
View full Aviat Husky NTSB record →View full Cessna 172 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Aviat Husky Cessna 172
Cessna 172
View 162 listings →
Median $129,925
Price Range — $56,023 – $321,435
Category — Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 2 4
Horsepower 180 HP 145–160 HP
Cruise Speed 113 kts (209 km/h) 118–122 kts (226 km/h)
Range 766 nm (1,419 km) 520–585 nm (1,083 km)
Service Ceiling 20,000 ft (6,096 m) 14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Gross Weight — 2300–2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Useful Load 925 lbs (420 kg) 878 lbs (398 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 56.0 gal (212 L)
Fuel Burn 8.0 GPH (30 L/h) 8.6 GPH (33 L/h)
TBO — 1,400 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $30,000
Annual Fixed — $18,000
Hourly Variable — $130
Engines 1 x Piston 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Aviat Husky

Fuel$44/hr

Cessna 172

Fuel$47/hr
Variable$130/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $44,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Aviat Husky or Cessna 172?

Pick the Husky if…

  • Longer range — 766 nm vs 518 nm.

Pick the 172 if…

  • More seats — 4 vs 2.
  • Faster cruise — 118 kts vs 113 kts.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Aviat Husky or Cessna 172?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Husky cruises at 113 kts with 766 nm range. The 172 cruises at 118 kts with 518 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 172: from $99,500. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Aviat Husky and Cessna 172?
172 engine: LYCOMING (180 hp). Seats: 2 vs 4. Cruise: 113 vs 118 kts. Range: 766 vs 518 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
172: about $130/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Husky: 2 seats / 925 lb useful load. 172: 4 seats / 878 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
172: 1,400-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data