1973 Cessna 177Single-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1973 Cessna 177 Cardinal (N34444) presents as a well-equipped IFR platform with a recent engine overhaul and modern avionics. The airframe shows 3,088 total hours with a Lycoming O-360-A1F6D engine at 1,164 hours SMOH (2,000-hour TBO) and a 2-blade propeller with matching time since overhaul. The panel features an Avidyne IFD540 touchscreen GPS/NAV/COM, dual Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments, Garmin GTX345 ADS-B transponder, and a TruTrak Vizion autopilot for capable IFR operations with WAAS/LPV capability.

Maintained with complete logs and no damage history, the aircraft received a July 2024 annual inspection and has been hangared with light hail noted. The exterior is rated 7/10 with Maple Leaf fairings, wheel pants, and an LED landing light, while the 4-place interior scores 6/10. Practical features include a Power Flow exhaust system, Stratus USB ports, and a useful load of 910 lbs. Based at KSYI (Shelbyville, TN), this Cardinal offers a balanced combination of vintage airframe reliability and contemporary avionics.