Skylane Cessna 182

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The is widely regarded as the ultimate "all-around performer" in general aviation. Since its introduction in 1956, it has filled the gap between the trainer-oriented Cessna 172 Skyhawk and the heavier Cessna 180 Skywagon , offering a rare balance of payload, speed, and short-field capability. Key Performance Specifications skylane cessna 182

| | Estimated Hourly Cost (2026) | Annual Cost (100 Hours) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fuel & Oil (12.5 GPH @ $6/Gal) | $80 - $90 | $8,000 - $9,000 | | Engine Reserve (TBO ~$45,000) | $35 - $45 | $3,500 - $4,500 | | Maintenance & Inspections | $25 - $35 | $2,500 - $3,500 | | Hangar/Tie-down | $15 - $25 | $1,500 - $2,500 | | Insurance | $15 - $25 | $1,500 - $2,500 | | Total Estimated "All-in" Cost | $180 - $220 | $18,000 - $22,000 | This public link is valid for 7 days

It requires just 795 feet of ground roll for takeoff and 590 feet for landing, making it highly capable on unpaved or short grass runways. The Useful Load Advantage Can’t copy the link right now

Equipped with a turbocharged engine, this variant allows pilots to fly at higher altitudes (up to 20,000 feet), cruising faster and easily clearing mountainous terrain.

Stalls in the 182 are benign, usually resulting in a gentle nose drop rather than a sharp wing drop. The Cessna 182 Turbo and Retractable Options