[ Skyfarer Premium Listing ] 1961 Cessna 182D Skylane. Low-Time. Fully Upgraded. STOL Equipped�TT: 4,299. SMOH: 585. This beautifully upgraded 1961 Cessna 182D is a turnkey aircraft combining classic reliability with modern technology. 580 SMOH in 2009. Meticulously maintained with extensive upgrades including a Horton STOL kit and 65-gallon fuel capacity. Features include brand new full Garmin avionics suite including GFC 500 autopilot and dual G5s. Interior fully redone with new leather seats, carpet, belts, and hardware. Recent firewall rebuild, conversion to alternator, new LED beacon light, new battery, new tires, new ELT, magneto overhaul, and two new cylinders, rebuilt VSI. Features & Upgrades: * Engine Overhauled 2009 (580 SMOH) * Horton STOL Kit * 65-Gallon Fuel Capacity * Firewall rebuild (2024) * Magneto overhaul (2024) * Replaced two cylinders (2024) * Custom leather seats (2024) * New cushions and hardware (2024) * New interior carpet and belts (2024) * Alternator conversion (2025) * Vertical speed indicator rebuild (2025) * New headset jacks (2025) * New battery (2025) * New tires (2025) * LED Beacon light (2025) * All logs available * Bruce’s Custom Covers * Based in DVT [Skyfarer Admin Note] Please contact the seller Roberta via the email or phone: roberta.candelaria@gmail.com 602-791-3292

Home Airport(s)

Phoenix, AZ

Serial Number

17249440

Registration Number

N9053X

Performance Specs

Max Take-Off Weight (P): 2200 lbs Cruise: 122 kts Range: 696 nm Take-Off Run: 805 ft Landing Roll: 520 ft Wing Span: 35 ft 10 in Length: 26 ft 11 in Height: 8 ft 10 in Take-Off Run (50 ft): 1440 ft

Avionics

(All New): * Garmin GMA 245 Audio Panel * Garmin GNX 375 GPS​/​ADS-B In & Out * Garmin GNC 215 Nav​/​Com * Garmin GNC 205 Com 2 * Dual Garmin G5s * Garmin GFC 500 Two-Axis Autopilot

Aircraft Model Overview

About the CESSNA 182D The Cessna 182D is a member of the highly regarded Cessna 182 Skylane series, a line of aircraft known for combining solid performance with practicality and reliability. Introduced in 1960, the 182D represented an evolution of the original Skylane concept, which was first launched in 1956 as a more powerful and capable alternative to the Cessna 172. Cessna designed the 182 series to meet the needs of pilots who wanted greater useful load, better climb performance, and improved cross-country capability while retaining the forgiving handling characteristics that defined Cessna’s high-wing aircraft. A key feature of the 182D is its powerful Continental O-470 engine, producing 230 horsepower. This upgrade provided the aircraft with noticeably stronger takeoff and climb performance compared to lighter single-engine trainers, making it well-suited for operations from shorter or higher-elevation runways. The increased power, paired with the Skylane’s robust airframe, allowed the 182D to carry heavier payloads, including passengers, baggage, and fuel, without sacrificing safety or stability. These characteristics made it a popular choice for pilots transitioning from basic trainers into more capable personal or utility aircraft. The 182D also introduced refinements aimed at improving comfort and usability. The cabin offered increased space compared to earlier Cessna singles, with improved seating and better visibility through large windows. The high-wing design continued to provide excellent downward visibility and straightforward ground handling, while also simplifying maintenance and preflight inspections. Optional avionics configurations allowed owners to equip the aircraft for instrument flight, making it a dependable platform for both VFR and IFR operations. Within the general aviation community, the Cessna 182 has long been regarded as one of the most versatile single-engine aircraft ever produced. Often described as a “do-it-all” airplane, it has been widely used for personal travel, flight training beyond the private pilot level, aerial survey, and utility missions. The 182D, in particular, is remembered as a strong early example of the Skylane’s enduring design philosophy—balancing performance, comfort, and reliability. The legacy of the Cessna 182D remains strong decades after its introduction. Its combination of power, useful load, and stable handling has ensured lasting appeal among pilots seeking a capable yet approachable aircraft. As part of the broader Skylane lineage, the 182D helped solidify the Cessna 182’s reputation as one of the most trusted and enduring platforms in general aviation history.