1978 Cessna 172XPSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • FL, USA
This 1978 Cessna 172XP (N5280T) presents a well-equipped example with 4,651 total airframe hours and a Continental O-535 engine that underwent a factory overhaul in 2000. The aircraft benefits from a current annual inspection valid through December 2025, providing immediate airworthiness. The avionics suite features a Garmin GNS-530 WAAS GPS/COMM as the centerpiece, complemented by a King Kx-155 NAV/COM, digital DME system, and STEC 50 autopilot with altitude hold capability, making it IFR-ready with ADS-B Out compliance.
The airframe shows well with a Matterhorn White base paint trimmed in Royal Blue, described as "very nice," while the...
- Year
- 1978
- Make
- Cessna
- Series
- 172
- Model
- 172XP
- Tail #
- N5280T
- Serial #
- R-172850
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Training, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- IFR
- Seats (Stock)
- 4
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 4,651 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 535 hrs (SMOH)
- Inspection Status
- Annual Due: 12/2025
Avionics
GPS
Garmin GNS-530 WAAS - WAAS GPS/COMM
Comms
Garmin VOR/LOC/ILS Indicator - VOR/LOC/ILS Digital NAV/COM System
Autopilot
STEC 50 - STEC Autopilot System with Altitude Hold
Audio
Garmin GMA-340 - Audio Panel
ADS-B Out
ADSB Out
EMS/EIS
Insight Engine Monitor
Additional Equipment
Wheel Speed Fairings
Digital Tachometer
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Notes
- Recent Royal Blue Fabric Seats with Matching Carpet and Side Panels
- Exterior Notes
- Very Nice Paint with a Matterhorn White Base Trimmed in Royal Blue
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Model
- IO-360
- Engine Power
- 210 HP
Asking Price
$167,500
Aircraft Location
FL, USA
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 25, 2025: $167,500 - aso
Apr 20, 2025: $167,500 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$167,500
Aircraft Location
FL, USA
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 25, 2025: $167,500 - aso
Apr 20, 2025: $167,500 - trade-a-plane
Contact Seller
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Asking Price
$167,500