1956 Cessna 172Single-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1956 Cessna 172 (N5698A) presents a well-documented example of the classic Skyhawk with recent maintenance activity. The airframe shows 3,659 total hours, with the engine having just 96 hours since major overhaul and demonstrating strong compression readings across all cylinders (ranging from 70/80 to 79/80). The aircraft passed its most recent annual inspection in December 2023 and comes with complete logs dating back to new. Currently configured as a three-seat VFR aircraft, this 172 is being offered by Roger Harden in Shallowater, Texas for immediate sale at $75,000. The seller emphasizes direct phone contact for inquiries, preferring no text messages.