### Why Buy this 2012 CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP Aircraft?
Experience unmatched reliability with this 2012 Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP, a perfect candidate for a flight school or private owner. This aircraft features a Lycoming IO-360 engine delivering 180 HP, with only 550 hours SMOH since its 2025 installation. The cockpit is equipped with a sophisticated Garmin G1000 integrated avionics suite, including a GFC700 autopilot, WAAS, LPV, and ADS-B capabilities for confident IFR flight. With a total time of 7,889 hours, this plane has been meticulously hangared and maintained with consistent 100-hour inspections. It offers a useful load of 838.5 pounds and a 56-gallon fuel capacity. Additional highlights include LED lighting throughout, a McCauley 2-blade fixed-pitch propeller, and complete logs with no damage history. This dependable aircraft is ready for its next mission.
Airframe
Total Time
7,889
Max Takeoff Weight
1,156.66 kg
Basic Empty Weight
776.1 kg
Useful Load
380.34 kg
Fuel Capacity Volume
211.98 L
Complete Logs
Yes
Airframe
We have owned this aircraft since 2012 - Well maintained and hangared since new. We are upgrading to a brand new Skyhawk so this one must go. She has been a very dependable airplane, and we fly it 600-800hrs per year!
Great Flight School airplane!
Engine
Engine 1 Make/Model
LYCOMING IO-360
Engine Horsepower
134.23 kW
Engine 1 Time
550 SMOH
Engine TBO
2000
Engine Manufacturer
Poplar Grove OH engine installed 2025 with 550hrs SMOH -
Props
Number of Blades
2
Blade Composition
Aluminum
Avionics
Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model
GARMIN G1000
Auto Pilot
Yes
Autopilot Manufacturer
GARMIN
Autopilot Model
GFC700
ADS-B Equipped
Yes
WAAS
Yes
LPV
Yes
Active Traffic
Yes
Avionics/Radios
Garmin G1000 Integrated Avionics Suite
Garmin GMA-1360 Digital Audio Panel w/ Bluetooth/3LMB/4 Place Intercom System w/ Aux Audio Input
Garmin GIA-64WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm w/ Glideslope (#1)
Garmin GIA-64WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm w/ Glideslope (#2)
Garmin GTX-345R Digital ADS-B in/out Transponder
Garmin Primary Flight Display “PFD”
Garmin Multi-Function Display “MFD”
Garmin GDC-74A Air Data Computer “ADC”
Pilot/Copilot Control Wheel Push-to-Talk Switches
Avionics Master Switch
*Some avionics require activation and/or subscription fees.
Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment
McCauley 2 Blade Fixed Pitch Propeller
Ground Service Receptacle
56 Gallon Fuel System
LED Position Lights
LED Flashing Beacon (vertical stab)
LED Landing/Taxi Lights (each wing)
Wingtip Strobe Light System
Wing Nav Light Detectors
Underwing Courtesy Lights
Heated Pitot
Alternate Static Source
Flight Hour Recorder
Standby Altimeter, Airspeed, and Attitude Indicators
Refueling Steps/Handles
Hinged Door Windows (pilot/copilot)
Articulating Pilot/Copilot Seats
Individual Seat Recliners
Exterior
Year Painted
2012
Exterior
Exterior shows well for almost 8k hours. It has been stored in hangar since new when not in use.
Shows 7/10.
Interior
Year Interior
2012
Number of Seats
4
Configuration
Passenger
Interior
Interior is a leather with black perforated inserts. Interior is original and shows wear on seats and belts. We can discuss installing new interior or credit for new interior.
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Aircraft has been maintained with 100hr inspections for the last 14 years.
No Damage History
Logs complete
This monthly repayment estimate is provided by Overdrive Commercial Funding Pty Ltd (Australian Credit License: 389328) This estimate is based on a Chattel Mortgage, which is only available where the purchaser of the item intends to use the item for primarily commercial use. The term of this loan is based 60 months with 30% residual & subject to qualifying commercial assets and credit criteria. Fees and charges are not included in this estimate and may apply. If the item is a vehicle and is not listed with a drive away price, any repayment estimate does not include additional costs, such as stamp duty and other government charges. The term of this loan is 60 months. This estimate should be used for information purposes only and is not an offer of finance on particular terms. This repayment estimate is the estimated lowest repayment available from Overdrive Commercial Funding Pty Ltd’s panel of lenders and products for this specific item each day, and includes several assumptions about the item, purchaser, and loan specifics. All loans are subject to eligibility criteria and Overdrive Commercial Funding Pty Ltd loan approval process. A specific quote including details of all fees and charges, or loans for items with primarily or wholly personal use can be obtained via overdrivefunding.com.au or by calling 1800 954 124.
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