Cessna 172 Skyhawk vs Cessna 182 Skylane
How the Cessna 172 Skyhawk and Cessna 182 Skylane stack up for Canadian buyers: how many are registered here, what they are fetching, and what is for sale today. The figures come from the Transport Canada register and from live MarketPlane listings.
Registered counts: Transport Canada Civil Aircraft Register (aircraft data only). Prices: live MarketPlane asking prices in CAD. Condition drives price far more than model does. Verify the times, the logbooks and the damage history, and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection.
Is a Cessna 172 Skyhawk or a Cessna 182 Skylane more common in Canada?
There are more Cessna 172 Skyhawk on the Canadian register (2,415 vs 751), so parts, mechanics and comparable sales are easier to find.
Which is cheaper, a Cessna 172 Skyhawk or a Cessna 182 Skylane?
On MarketPlane right now, the Cessna 182 Skylane has the lower average asking price. The ranges overlap heavily though. Engine time, avionics and damage history matter far more than the badge on the tail.
Where can I buy a Cessna 172 Skyhawk or Cessna 182 Skylane in Canada?
Both are listed for sale on MarketPlane.ca with the times, avionics and logbook details buyers check. It's free to list and buyers contact sellers directly.