Skylane Cessna 182 ^hot^ Jun 2026

The year is 2024. Drones are delivering packages. Electric aircraft are buzzing over European cities. And yet, at rural airports from Alaska to Zimbabwe, the sound of a Continental or Lycoming engine starting up on a cold morning echoes across the tarmac. It’s a .

Thanks to its high-wing design, massive flaps, and beefy landing gear, the 182 is a legendary staple for weekend grass-strip and mountain flying adventures. skylane cessna 182

Unlike complex singles (with retractable gear, constant-speed props, and cowl flaps), which require a high-performance endorsement in some jurisdictions, the 182 is a fixed-gear aircraft. It is simpler to insure and easier to fly. Yet, it features a (unlike the fixed-pitch prop on a 172), allowing you to fine-tune engine RPM for climb or cruise. It offers "big plane" features without the landing gear liability. The year is 2024

Approximately $180–$220/hour.

Because Cessna built over 23,000 Skylanes (and continues to build them), the parts market is immense. You can upgrade a 1965 182K with: And yet, at rural airports from Alaska to