2012 CESSNA 172S SKYHAWK SP
Description
### 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.Specifications
Year2012
ManufacturerCESSNA
Model172S SKYHAWK SP
Serial Number172S11179
Registration #N678RB
ConditionUsed
FlightRulesIFR
Based atKHFY
Total Time7,889
Max Takeoff Weight1,156.66 kg
Basic Empty Weight776.1 kg
Useful Load380.34 kg
Fuel Capacity Volume211.98 L
Complete LogsYes
AirframeWe 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 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING IO-360
Engine Horsepower134.23 kW
Engine 1 Time550 SMOH
Engine TBO2000
Engine ManufacturerPoplar Grove OH engine installed 2025 with 550hrs SMOH -
Number of Blades2
Blade CompositionAluminum
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN G1000
Auto PilotYes
Autopilot ManufacturerGARMIN
Autopilot ModelGFC700
ADS-B EquippedYes
WAASYes
LPVYes
Active TrafficYes
Avionics/RadiosGarmin 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 EquipmentMcCauley 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
Year Painted2012
ExteriorExterior shows well for almost 8k hours. It has been stored in hangar since new when not in use.
Shows 7/10.
Year Interior2012
Number of Seats4
ConfigurationPassenger
InteriorInterior 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 StatusAircraft has been maintained with 100hr inspections for the last 14 years.
No Damage History
Logs complete
AirworthyYes
Year2012|
ManufacturerCESSNA|
Model172S SKYHAWK SP|
Serial Number172S11179|
Registration #N678RB|
ConditionUsed|
FlightRulesIFR|
Based atKHFY|
Total Time7,889|
Max Takeoff Weight1,156.66 kg|
Basic Empty Weight776.1 kg|
Useful Load380.34 kg|
Fuel Capacity Volume211.98 L|
Complete LogsYes|
AirframeWe 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 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING IO-360 |
Engine Horsepower134.23 kW|
Engine 1 Time550 SMOH |
Engine TBO2000|
Engine ManufacturerPoplar Grove OH engine installed 2025 with 550hrs SMOH -|
Number of Blades2|
Blade CompositionAluminum|
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN G1000 |
Auto PilotYes|
Autopilot ManufacturerGARMIN|
Autopilot ModelGFC700|
ADS-B EquippedYes|
WAASYes|
LPVYes|
Active TrafficYes|
Avionics/RadiosGarmin 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 EquipmentMcCauley 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|
Year Painted2012|
ExteriorExterior shows well for almost 8k hours. It has been stored in hangar since new when not in use.
Shows 7/10.|
Year Interior2012|
Number of Seats4|
ConfigurationPassenger|
InteriorInterior 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 StatusAircraft has been maintained with 100hr inspections for the last 14 years.
No Damage History
Logs complete|
AirworthyYes|