An attractive and well-equipped 1965 Cessna 180H Skywagon, featuring a comprehensive Garmin avionics upgrade completed in 2025, including a modern digital two-axis autopilot.
The Cessna 180H is one of the most respected classic American tailwheel aircraft, renowned for its rugged construction, excellent short-field capabilities, versatility and suitability for touring and recreational flying.
This particular aircraft combines the traditional characteristics of the Skywagon with modern navigation, communication and engine-monitoring equipment.
Previously operated with floats and skis, the aircraft offers an interesting opportunity for pilots seeking a classic, versatile and extensively upgraded Cessna 180.
Registration SE-ETL
Previous registrations N4768U, LN-BIG
Maximum takeoff weight 2,800 lb / 1,270 kg
Empty weight 1,766 lb / 801 kg
Useful load 1,034 lb / 469 kg
Engine power 230 HP
Fuel capacity Approx. 320 litres total
Usable fuel Approx. 299 litresThe Cessna 180H is particularly appreciated for its combination of useful load, cross-country performance and short-field capability.
Actual performance depends on aircraft configuration, loading, environmental conditions and the approved flight manual.
- Aircraft located in Italy
- Airworthiness Review Certificate valid until 5 November 2027
- Recent annual inspection completed
- Comprehensive Garmin avionics upgrade in 2025
- Maintenance documentation and logbooks available for review
- Documented flight-control repairs completed (Reskinned) in March 2025
DAMAGE HISTORY AND DOCUMENTED REPAIRS
In late 2024, the aircraft sustained wind-related damage while parked.
Repairs (Reskinning) to the right aileron, horizontal stabilizer and right elevator were completed in March 2025 under the supervision of an appropriately licensed aircraft maintenance engineer.
The documented work included replacement of aileron skin panels, stabilizer skin repairs, repairs to the right elevator including its spar end, and subsequent alignment and control checks.
Both elevator trim actuators were replaced with stainless-steel units under EASA STC 10058336.
The aircraft was released to service on 29 March 2025 under Work Report No. 21/25.
The complete repair report and supporting photographs are available to serious prospective purchasers. Repair approval documentation is subject to purchaser's technical review.
HIGHLIGHTS
An appealing combination of classic Cessna Skywagon versatility and modern cockpit technology.
Particularly noteworthy features include:
- Relatively low airframe total time for its age
- Powerful Continental O-470 engine
- Extensive Garmin avionics modernization
- Digital two-axis autopilot
- Garmin GNX 375 GPS/ADS-B system
- Dual Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments
- JPI EDM 730 engine monitor
- Long-range fuel tanks
- Mogas STC
- Micro AeroDynamics vortex generators
- Current ARC
- Documented maintenance and repair history
- Aircraft already located in Europe
Aircraft inspection and independent pre-purchase examination are welcome by prior arrangement.
DISCLAIMER
Specifications subject to verification by purchaser.
Aircraft subject to prior sale or withdrawal from the market at any time and without notice.
Price subject to change at any time and without notice.
Six-cylinder, horizontally opposed, carbureted
Time since major overhaul Approx. 730 hours
Last overhaul reference Airframe time 2,931 hours
The maintenance status dated 20 July 2024 records the engine overhaul at airframe time 2,931 hours. The precise calendar date and overhaul documentation should be confirmed against the original engine logbook.
Props
Prop Manufacturer
MCCAULEY
Prop Model
2A34C66
Prop Time
233.9 SOH
Number of Blades
2
Blade Composition
Aluminum
Prop Specs
McCauley
Model / assembly designation 2A34C66/90-AT-2
Serial number 810556
Last recorded overhaul 13 May 2016
Propeller hours at overhaul Aircraft time 3,427.1 hours
The propeller was overhauled in May 2016.
AVIONICS – MAJOR GARMIN UPGRADE IN 2025
The aircraft features an extensively modernized avionics installation, including:
- Garmin G5 electronic flight instrument – primary flight display
- Garmin G5 electronic flight instrument – HSI
- Garmin GNX 375 GPS navigator with integrated ADS-B transponder functionality
- Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM radio
- Garmin GTR 205 COM radio
- Garmin GMA 345 audio panel
- Garmin GFC500 Aitopilot
- Garmin GMC 507 digital autopilot controller
- Garmin GSA 28 autopilot servos
- Garmin digital two-axis autopilot
- JPI EDM 730 engine data management system
The Garmin equipment provides a substantial improvement in navigation capability, situational awareness, cockpit ergonomics and workload management compared with a conventional original 1960s instrument panel.
IFR approval and the precise functions enabled in the installed configuration are subject to verification of the aircraft documentation and equipment approvals.
Additional Equipment
Float Kit
Yes
Additional Equipment
Long-range fuel tanks
Approx. 320 litres total fuel capacity
Approx. 299 litres usable fuel, subject to verification
Mogas STC
Micro AeroDynamics vortex generators
Modern electronic engine monitoring
Upgraded navigation and communication equipment
Digital two-axis autopilot
Stainless-steel elevator trim actuators installed under EASA STC 10058336
Previous float and ski operation
The aircraft was previously operated with EDO 2870 floats and has also been equipped for ski operations.
Floats are not included in the aircraft sale
2 Sets of Skis, Airglas RW3600 and Finncraft A1500L are reportedly located in Sweden and may be negotiable separately, subject to availability and agreement.
Exterior
Exterior
White and Yellow, in very good condition, hangared when not flying
Interior
Number of Seats
4
Configuration
Passenger
Interior
Grey, in very good condition
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Annual inspection and ARC renewal completed in October 2026
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