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

This 1979 Cessna 172N Skyhawk, serial number L-31335-36ATotal, is offered for $169,000 USD by Chris Creamer in Minden, Nevada. It features the highly desirable Penn Yan Aero 180 HP Superhawk conversion, delivering noticeably better climb performance, shorter takeoff capability, and a higher useful load while retaining the simplicity and operating economy the 172 is known for. The empty weight is 1,501 lbs, with a maximum gross weight of 2,550 lbs, yielding a useful load of 1,049 lbs. A fresh annual was completed on 12/01/25, and the most recent compression readings are #1 at 78/80, #2 at 76/80, #3 at 78/80, and #4 at 76/80.

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Year
1979
Make
Cessna
Series
172 Skyhawk
Model
172N Skyhawk
Serial #
numberL-31335-36ATotal

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Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Training, Recreational
Flight Rules
IFR
Useful Load
1,049 lbs
Seats
4

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Logbook Status
Complete Logs
Inspection Status
Annual completed 12/01/25

Avionics

GPS

Full King IFR Package

Comms

Full King IFR Package

AP

Full King IFR Package

Audio

Full King IFR Package

EMS

JPI EDM 830 - JPI EDM Engine Monitor

Additional Equipment

Engine Monitor

JPI EDM 830 - JPI EDM Engine Monitor with all important sensors fuel flow, EGT/CHT, RPM, MAP, IAT, OAT, Volts, oil pressure, oil temp, and more

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes
Presents well with many new trim pieces
Exterior Notes
Serviceable but shows its age

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Power
180 HP

Asking Price

$169,000

Aircraft Location

NV, USA

Listing Details

For Sale

Price History

Dec 7, 2025: $169,000 - trade-a-plane

Dec 6, 2025: $169,000 - aircraftforsale

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First Seen: Dec 6, 2025

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Asking Price

$169,000