1971 Cessna 172L SkyhawkSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1971 Cessna 172L Skyhawk (N9876G) presents as a well-maintained, low-time example with 2,313 total airframe hours and a 325 SMOH Lycoming O-320-E2D engine (150 HP) that was overhauled in 2003. The aircraft features a useful load of 903 lbs with a 38-gallon fuel capacity and has spent its entire life hangared in the Midwest at Ohio State University Airport (KOSU). Notable avionics include a Garmin 430W WAAS GPS, King KX-155 nav/com, PS Engineering PMA-8000B audio panel, and Stratus ESG ADS-B Out transponder, making it IFR-capable with certification due in January 2026.

The airframe shows only one minor historical repair—a left aileron skin fix in 1972—and comes with complete logs. The exterior sports an all-white scheme with red and black trim, while the interior retains its original red fabric seats, vinyl trim, and carpeting in good condition. Additional features include wheel pants, an articulating pilot seat, heated pitot, and rear seat vents. With its next annual due in January 2026 and consistent hangar storage, this privately owned Skyhawk offers a turnkey solution for buyers seeking a well-equipped trainer or personal aircraft. A second 1971 172L with different specifications is also available from the same seller.