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

This 1979 Cessna 172N Skyhawk, registered as N5227D, presents as a well-kept example featuring the desirable Penn Yan Aero 180 horsepower "Superhawk" conversion. This modification provides improved climb performance, shorter takeoff capability, and a higher useful load of 1,049 pounds while maintaining the model's known operating economy. The airframe has a total time of 12,377 hours, and the engine shows 2,297 hours since new (SNEW) with strong recent compression readings all between 76/80 and 78/80. A fresh annual inspection was completed on December 1, 2025, and the aircraft is maintained on schedule and flown regularly.

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Year
1979
Make
Cessna
Series
172 Skyhawk
Model
172N Skyhawk
Tail #
N5227D
Serial #
17272458

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Specifications

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

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
12,377 hrs
Engine 1 Time
2,297 hrs (SNEW)
Logbook Status
Complete Logs
Inspection Status
A fresh annual was completed 12/01/25.

Avionics

EMS

JPI EDM-830 - JPI Engine Monitor

Additional Equipment

Engine Monitor

JPI EDM-830 - JPI Engine Monitor

Engine Conversion

Penn Yan Aero Superhawk - 180 HP Conversion

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes
Interior presents well with many new trim pieces.
Exterior Notes
Exterior paint is 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

Used
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