1973 Cessna 182P SKYLANE for sale

1973 Cessna 182P SKYLANE

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$217,412
Location Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Total Time 3,896 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,233 hrs
Seats 4
Engine Continental O-470-R;O-470S
Cruise 140 kts (259 km/h)
ICAO Type C182
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
• Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel • Garmin GNS 430 Nav/Com/GPS • Bendix King KX 155 TSO • King KT76C TSO • Artex ELT • Fuel Flow Monitor • EDM 700 • HF Radio • WX 500 Stormscope • Auto Pilot Connected to Garmin and standard navigational heading

Interior

• No. of Passengers: 1+3 • Red Leather with Matching Carpets

Exterior

White with Red and Black

Modifications / STCs

• The annuals have been done by an FAA approved as both an A&P and aircraft inspector from the USA the last 2 years.

• Last MPI March 2024.

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Absolute Aircraft Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
$217,412 *
GBP £162,466
Absolute Aircraft Sales
aviationtrader.com.au
$218,011 *
AUD $311,277

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Cessna 182P SKYLANE

This 1973 Cessna 182P SKYLANE is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,896 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $217,412.

The 182P SKYLANE cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 705 nm (1,306 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,800 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12 GPH (45 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $66/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 3,896 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 3,896 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $180 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna 182P SKYLANE — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
140 kts (259 km/h)
Max Speed
148 kts (274 km/h)
Range
705 nm (1,306 km)
Ceiling
14,800 ft (4,511 m)
Max Weight
2,950 lbs (1,338 kg)
Horsepower
230 HP
Fuel Capacity
79 gal (299 L)
Fuel Burn
12 GPH (45 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 182P Skylane

Fuel Burn
12.0 GPH
~$78/hr
Variable Cost
$160/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$20,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$32,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 182P Skylane. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

ZA

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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

NTSB safety data coming soon.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$232,900
Range: $184,900 — $257,755
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
-7%
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