1979 Cessna 182RG SkylaneSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1979 Cessna 182RG Skylane (N287BW) presents as a well-equipped cross-country performer with 5,535 total airframe hours and a 250hp O-540-J3C5D engine showing 1,446 hours since major overhaul (SMOH), matched to a Hartzell B2D34C218-B propeller with equal time since overhaul. The aircraft boasts a generous 1,290 lb useful load and features WAAS-capable avionics including a Garmin GNS430 GPS with ADS-B compliance via a UAvionix Skybeacon, complemented by a King KX155 nav/com, slaved HSI, and STEC 55 autopilot with GPSS steering. The JPI EDM 730 engine monitor provides comprehensive powerplant management.

Maintained with complete logs and all ADs complied with, the airframe received a fresh white/blue/gold exterior paint in 2000 and a grey leather interior with blue accents in 1999. Key certifications are current with the next annual due March 2026, ELT battery due the same month, and static system check due April 2026. The aircraft carries additional STCs (SA4447SW and SA2790CE) enhancing its operational flexibility. PacTex Aviation highlights this as a turnkey IFR platform ready for extended missions.