1980 Cessna 172RG CutlassSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1980 Cessna 172RG Cutlass (VH-BOY) presents as a well-maintained example with recent comprehensive refurbishments. The airframe shows 7,082 total hours with only 3 hours since its last annual inspection in November 2023, which included significant maintenance items: all new cables, flap tracks, airframe plastics, seat belts, fire-rated carpet, engine hoses, and a full set of stainless steel screws. The Lycoming engine has 827 hours since major overhaul (SMOH) with compressions ranging 73-76/80 across all cylinders, and the propeller was replaced with one showing 1,940 hours remaining. The aircraft received a full exterior strip and repaint by Douglas Aviation Australia in December 2020, rated 9.5/10, and features a corrosion-proofed airframe with new pumpkin cover.

Avionics include dual VHF radios, dual GPS units, dual VORs, plus ADSB in/out with Mode C transponder, ILS, and ADF capability. The interior (rated 8.5/10) features tinted screens, custom wool seat covers, and a Cessna center console. Notable recent work includes new magnetos, battery, brake discs, refurbished engine baffles, and eddy current inspected/serviced landing gear actuators. The aircraft comes with useful accessories including life jackets, tow bars, an iPad with Oz Runways, and a spare VHF radio. With a current CAO 100.5 inspection status and all ADs complied with, this underutilized aircraft (flying approximately 1 hour/month) offers a 1173-hour engine reserve before TBO. The seller is offering transition training for up to two buyers and assistance with ferry arrangements.