Cessna 182Q Aircraft in Arizona

Arizona is favoured for aircraft long-term storage and preservation due to its dry desert climate. Major aviation infrastructure in Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott. The state hosts significant aircraft boneyards (Davis-Monthan) and a strong aircraft restoration/refurbishment industry. Phoenix is a major aircraft transaction hub.

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The Cessna 182Q is the late-1970s to early-1980s (1978-1982) carbureted Continental O-470 Skylane — the value tier of the original run. Over a 182P or 182R the buy case is year, total time and panel/engine condition rather than performance, since all O-470 Skylanes load and cruise alike (~140 kt, four adults). A sensible pick for proven 230-hp utility at the lowest entry price, without fuel injection or glass.

Cessna 182Q aircraft for sale

· 4-seat · Reference price ~$220,000 ($140,000–$360,000) · updated recently

Cessna 182Q Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna 182Q is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 140–156 kt (259–289 km/h), a range of 640–915 nm (1,185–1,695 km), and a useful load of 1,050–1,110 lbs (476–503 kg).

Performance
Cruise140–156 kt (259–289 km/h)
Max Speed150–174 kt (278–322 km/h)
Range640–915 nm (1,185–1,695 km)
Service Ceiling16,500–20,000 ft (5,029–6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineCONTINENTAL O-470-U
Horsepower230–235 HP
Fuel Capacity54.0–92.0 gal (204–348 L)
Fuel Burn12.0–14.0 GPH (45–53 L/h)
TBO1,500–2,000 hrs
ICAO TypeC182
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight2,650–3,110 lbs (1,202–1,411 kg)
Useful Load1,050–1,110 lbs (476–503 kg)
Production1978–1982

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Cessna 182Q Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
182 1956–now 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 640 nm (1,185 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) — Choose the fixed-gear 182 for the simplest, most affordable and best-supported Skylane — the definitive four-seat travelling single. Choose the R182 Skylane RG for retractable-gear speed at the cost of added gear maintenance. Choose the T182 / TR182 if you regularly fly high or out of high-elevation airports and need turbocharged performance. 2
182D 1962–1963 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) $99K – $269K An early-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. 6
182E 1962–1962 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) $40K – $295K An early-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. 6
182K 1966–1967 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) $23K – $269K A 1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, well-supported four-seat high-wing tourer at the affordable end of the 182 range. 12
182M 1969–1971 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) — A late-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. 1
182P 1972–1976 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) $169K – $249K Buy the 182P if you want a classic, carbureted 1970s Skylane at the lowest entry into 230-hp four-seat utility. Consider a fuel-injected 182S or 182T instead if you want glass avionics, easier hot-starts and a lower-age airframe — and will pay modern-Skylane money. 5
FR182 1978–1988 4 145 kts (269 km/h) 850 nm (1,574 km) 1,100 lbs (499 kg) — Choose the FR182 Reims Skylane RG for retractable-gear Skylane speed, accepting European-origin parts and documentation. 1
R182 1978–1986 4 156 kts (289 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) $111K – $244K The retractable-gear Skylane — a faster four-seat high-wing tourer for a buyer who wants more cruise speed than the fixed-gear 182. 24
T182 1978–2004 4 152 kts (282 km/h) 885 nm (1,639 km) 1,050 lbs (476 kg) $147K – $530K A turbocharged Skylane — a four-seat high-wing tourer with high-altitude performance for a buyer who wants turbo capability. 13
TR182 1979–1986 4 155 kts (287 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) $125K – $259K The retractable-gear turbo Skylane — a fast, high-altitude four-seat high-wing single for capable cross-country travel. 20
182R 1982–1986 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,110 lbs (503 kg) — An early-1980s carburetted Skylane — a capable four-seat high-wing tourer and one of the last of the original 182 production run. 1
182S 1997–2000 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,100 lbs (499 kg) — Choose the 182S for a modern, fuel-injected restart Skylane at lower acquisition cost than the newer 182T. 2
T182T 2001–now 4 152 kts (282 km/h) 885 nm (1,639 km) 1,050 lbs (476 kg) $265K – $875K The current-production turbocharged Skylane — for a buyer who wants a new four-seat high-wing tourer with high-altitude performance and a glass panel. 37
182T 2001–now 4 145 kts (269 km/h) 885 nm (1,639 km) 1,050 lbs (476 kg) $126K – $469K The newest, glass-panel Skylane — for a buyer who wants a current-production four-seat high-wing tourer rather than a vintage letter-series 182. 5

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Cessna 182Q Price & Cost

Cessna 182Q Price Guide

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 182Q Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (12.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$7,440/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$20,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$160/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 2,000 hrs)$32,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

The O-470-U's operating economics are consistent across the classic Skylane family: approximately 12 gph, moderate overhaul cost, and a strong parts network. Annual inspection costs are minimal for a fixed-gear four-seat aircraft. As a late-1970s/early-1980s airframe, the 182Q typically needs less one-time reconditioning than earlier letters. Ongoing costs afterward are among the lowest for a 230-hp four-seat piston single.

Cessna 182Q 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.

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Lowest around $299,900 (1998 models) · highest around $807,500 (2025). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Cessna 182Q

Buying a Cessna 182Q comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The Cessna 182Q Skylane is a late-classic O-470-powered Skylane from the late 1970s and early 1980s - Continental O-470-U (230 hp), approximately 140 knots cruise, around 915 nm range, and the Skylane's characteristic large useful load. As one of the younger O-470 Skylanes before production paused in 1986, the 182Q commands a modest premium within the classic Skylane family.

182Q in the classic Skylane family. The 182Q sits near the end of the long O-470 Skylane run, sharing performance with the rest of the O-470 family while offering a newer airframe than earlier letters. Range, cruise, and useful load are consistent across the O-470 Skylanes; the 182Q's value is its relative youth.

Classic O-470 character. The O-470-U is a carbureted engine, so carb-heat management is part of normal operations - the weather-awareness item that the fuel-injected restart 182S and 182T eliminate. The O-470 is well-proven, economical, and strongly supported.

Buy it if you want a late-classic O-470 Skylane at lower cost than the modern 182S/182T - the 182Q being among the youngest O-470 Skylanes before the production restart.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 182Q

About the Cessna 182Q
The Cessna 182Q Skylane was produced 1977-1980 — a mid-sequence Continental O-470 Skylane between the 182P and the 182R. It uses a Continental O-470-U (230 hp, carbureted) and, like other late-1970s Skylanes, carries a 28-volt electrical system. Performance is identical to the rest of the O-470 Skylane family; the Q is distinguished by its production era rather than a specific mechanical change.
182Q vs 182P or 182R — which letter should I buy?
All three use the Continental O-470 at 230 hp with near-identical performance. The choice comes down to age, total time, and condition of the specific aircraft rather than letter-variant capability. The Q (1977-1980) is slightly newer than the P and slightly older than the R; within this group, buy the example with the best engine time, cleanest logbooks, and most recent annual inspection regardless of letter.
What should I inspect on a used Cessna 182Q?
Continental O-470-U cylinder health (head cracking on aging cylinders), exhaust system cracks, magnetos, and TBO status. Seat rail AD compliance (mandatory). At about 45 years old: spar carry-through corrosion, tail surface inspection, and thorough logbook review. Verify the electrical system condition and that 28V components are correct for the type.
How fast is the 182Q and what can it carry?
Same as all O-470 Skylanes — approximately 140 knots cruise, four adults with baggage. Standard Skylane performance consistent across P/Q/R variants.
Is the 182Q a good value compared to the 182T?
The 182Q gives Skylane capability at a fraction of the 182T's price — the trade-off is a 45-year-old airframe, carbureted engine, and steam-gauge avionics versus the 182T's fuel injection and G1000 eligibility. For a buyer who wants Skylane capability on minimum budget and is comfortable with vintage aircraft maintenance, the Q is legitimate; most buyers with flexibility should consider the 182T or 182S.

Cessna 182Q Inventory by Country

United States44
Canada5
United Kingdom2

Cessna 182Q Inventory by State

Texas92
California46
Florida23
Kentucky18
South Carolina18
Idaho16
Washington15
Oregon12
Oklahoma12
Arizona12
Arkansas11
Kansas11

Cessna 182Q by Price

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Recently Sold Cessna 182Q

1977 182Q$144,500
1980 182Q$235,000
1980 182Q$176,383
1977 182Q$251,550
1980 182Q$209,268
1977 182Q$184,950

Cessna 182Q Safety Record

Across all 182Q variants, 270 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

270

Total Events

150

Incidents

23

Serious

64

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Jul 31, 2025 Cashmere, WA Serious The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during an aborted landing, while flying in tailwind conditions.…
Jun 26, 2025 Nahunta, GA Incident —
Oct 26, 2024 Rose Hill, KS Fatal (1) —
Aug 07, 2023 Aurora, OR Incident The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
May 26, 2023 Kingman, AZ Serious The failure of the passenger to adequately maintain a safe distance from the airplane’s propeller and the determination …

NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Cessna 182Q variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

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