A rare opportunity to own a 1961 Cessna 172C Skyhawk with just three owners since new and never used as a flight school trainer, preserving the aircraft's integrity throughout its 60+ year life.
With only 3,085 total airframe hours and a remarkably low 122 hours since major overhaul, this Skyhawk has decades of reliable flying ahead. The Continental O-300-D (145 HP) 6-cylinder engine delivers smooth, reliable power. Recent compression checks validate excellent mechanical condition.
Currently located in Casa Grande, Arizona's desert climate for the last 3 years, and hangered in the entire time it was in Michigan. Complete logbook records from day one and a clean history with no damage confirm this Skyhawk's exceptional provenance. The 858 lbs useful load makes this a proven cross-country family machine. The 2013 professional repaint presents a sharp blue and white classic scheme, while the well-equipped panel features dual Nav/Comms, ADS-B Out compliance, and digital engine monitoring.
Recent Major Updates: Fresh annual inspection completed August 31st, 2025. Significant maintenance includes complete cylinder #5 replacement with new piston, valves, and valve shaft (October 2025), both magnetos rebuilt with new wire harness installed, six new spark plugs, and nose wheel strut rebuilt. Additional upgrades include new alternator (2024) and fresh ELT batteries (October 2024). This aircraft is currently airworthy and ready to fly.