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1979 Cessna 172N SkyhawkSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Tracy, CA, USA

This 1979 Cessna 172N Skyhawk (N5096G) presents as a well-maintained example with a high-time airframe showing 19,679 total hours but featuring a recently overhauled powerplant. The Lycoming engine has only 367 hours since major overhaul (SMOH), closely matched by the propeller at 362 hours SMOH, indicating synchronized maintenance. The aircraft retains a classic avionics package suitable for VFR operations and is described as having a clean interior and sturdy airframe.

With its low-time engine and straightforward configuration, this Skyhawk would serve well as an economical time-builder or entry-level aircraft. The seller emphasizes its...

Year
1979
Make
Cessna
Series
172
Model
172N Skyhawk
Tail #
N5096G
Serial #
17273545

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Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Training, Recreational
Flight Rules
VFR & IFR
Seats
4

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
19,679 hrs
Engine 1 Time
367 hrs (SMOH)
Prop 1 Time
362 hrs (SMOH)

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes
Clean interior
Exterior Notes
Sturdy, well-kept airframe

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1

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Aircraft Location

Tracy, CA, USA

Listing Details

Used
For Sale

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First Seen: Aug 7, 2025

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