Cessna 172 Skyhawk vs Piper PA-28 (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer)
How the Cessna 172 Skyhawk and Piper PA-28 (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer) 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 Piper PA-28 (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer) more common in Canada?
There are more Cessna 172 Skyhawk on the Canadian register (2,415 vs 1,155), so parts, mechanics and comparable sales are easier to find.
Which is cheaper, a Cessna 172 Skyhawk or a Piper PA-28 (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer)?
On MarketPlane right now, the Piper PA-28 (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer) 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 Piper PA-28 (Cherokee, Warrior, Archer) 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.