Cessna 172S Aircraft in Texas
Texas has one of the largest active GA pilot populations in the US, with extensive aircraft infrastructure across Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio metros and strong support networks for most major aircraft brands. Major flight schools, dealer networks, MRO facilities and overhaul shops are concentrated here.
1 used Cessna 172S aircraft for sale in Texas · 4-seat · from $315K · updated 13 hours ago
About the Cessna 172S
The Cessna 310R is a six-seat, twin-engine piston aircraft, the final variant of the classic 310 series. Powered by twin Continental IO-520 engines burning approximately 26 gallons per hour total, the 310R offers fast, comfortable twin-engine travel.
Variable hourly costs average around $320, with annual fixed costs near $30000. The 310R appeals to twin-engine enthusiasts and business pilots who value the 310s speed, sleek lines, and proven reliability.
Cessna 172S Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 172S is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 122 kt (226 km/h), a range of 640 nm (1,185 km), and a useful load of 878 lbs (398 kg).
1 Cessna 172S For Sale
There are currently 1 used Cessna 172S for sale, ranging from $315,000 to $315,000, with a median asking price of $315,000.
Compare Cessna 172S
See how the Cessna 172S stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Cessna 172S Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna 172S cost? Used 172S prices: from $315K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.
Based on 10 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Cessna 172S Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $218,475 (1999 models) · highest around $589,500 (2019). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Cessna 172S
Every Cessna 172S faces a mandatory 2,000-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $30,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 2,000-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 172S
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Cessna 172S Inventory by Country
| United States | 271 |
| Canada | 27 |
| Germany | 22 |
| United Kingdom | 11 |
| China | 7 |
| Australia | 5 |
Cessna 172S Inventory by State
| California | 37 |
| Florida | 27 |
| Texas | 19 |
| South Carolina | 11 |
| North Carolina | 10 |
| Kentucky | 9 |
| New York | 8 |
| Georgia | 7 |
| Colorado | 6 |
| Idaho | 6 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 |
| Maryland | 5 |
Cessna 172S by Price
| Under $100k | 96 |
| Under $200k | 259 |
| Under $300k | 299 |
| Under $500k | 312 |
Cessna 172S by Decade
| 2000s | 1 |
Cessna 172S Safety Record
Across all 172S variants, 410 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1999–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2025 | Lynchburg, VA | Incident | — |
| Nov 09, 2025 | Lancaster, CA | Incident | — |
| Oct 04, 2025 | Lathrop, CA | Incident | — |
| Aug 27, 2025 | Los Banos, CA | Fatal (1) | — |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Kissimmee, FL | Incident | — |
NTSB records 1999–2025. Includes all Cessna 172S variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.