Cessna 182T Skylane
Piston
Cessna

Cessna 182T Skylane

$ 201
Variable Cost/hr
900
Range (NM)
125
Cruise (kts)
Estimated Annual Budget
$93,763
Based on 325 flight hours per year

Aircraft Specifications

Seating
1 / 4
Crew / Passengers
Range (Full)
900 NM
1035.72 SM
Normal Cruise
125 kts
144 mph
Avg. Pre-Owned
$ 600,000
Cost Per NM
$ 1.52
Fuel Burn
14 gal/hr
Cabin Height
4' 0"
Cabin Width
3' 6"
Cabin Length
11' 2"
Interior Volume
157 ft³
Takeoff Distance
1600 ft
Landing Distance
1500 ft

Sample Budget Comparison

Annual Owner Hours 200 hours/year 325 hours/year
Mileage25,000 NM40,625 NM
Fuel Cost$ 17,500$ 28,438
Total Fixed Cost$ 28,600$ 28,600
Total Variable Cost$ 40,100$ 65,163
Total Hourly Cost$ 344$ 289

About This Aircraft

The Cessna 182T Skylane has a variable operating cost of $201 per hour. It offers a range of 650 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 132 knots (152 mph), with an average fuel burn of 14 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cessna 182T Skylane measures 4'0" high, 3'6" wide, and 11'2" long, offering 157 cubic feet of interior volume. With seating for up to four occupants, it provides a comfortable and capable environment for personal or training missions. Requiring 1,600 feet for takeoff and 1,500 feet for landing, the Skylane is well-suited for short-field operations, making it a dependable and versatile aircraft for private pilots and small operators alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost to operate a Cessna 182T Skylane per hour?
The Cessna 182T Skylane has a variable operating cost of $ 201. This includes fuel burn of approximately 14 gallons per hour, maintenance reserves, and other variable expenses. The total hourly cost — including fixed costs — ranges from $ 289/hr at 325 annual hours to $ 344/hr at 200 annual hours.
What is the annual budget to own and operate a Cessna 182T Skylane?
The estimated annual budget for a Cessna 182T Skylane is $93,763 based on 325 flight hours per year. This includes fixed costs and variable costs for fuel, maintenance, and landing fees.
What is the range of the Cessna 182T Skylane?
The Cessna 182T Skylane has a maximum range of 900 NM (1036 SM) with a full passenger load. This enables nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles, or London to Dubai, making it a capable coast-to-coast and transatlantic performer in the piston category.
What is the average pre-owned price of a Cessna 182T Skylane?
The average pre-owned market price for a Cessna 182T Skylane is approximately $ 600,000. Actual pricing varies based on airframe hours, engine program enrollment (JSSI, MSP Gold, or ESP), maintenance status, avionics upgrades, connectivity (Gogo AVANCE, Ka-band, Starlink), and cabin condition. AviaCost provides real-time market analysis to help evaluate individual aircraft.
How does the Cessna 182T Skylane compare to other piston s?
The Cessna 182T Skylane competes with other aircraft in the Piston segment. Its $ 201/hr variable cost is competitive in the segment, and it offers a particularly spacious cabin (4' 0" high × 3' 6" wide × 11' 2" long). AviaCost lets you compare up to 5 aircraft side-by-side across 12 cost calculators to find the best fit for your mission profile and budget.
What cabin dimensions does the Cessna 182T Skylane offer?
The Cessna 182T Skylane cabin measures 4' 0" high × 3' 6" wide × 11' 2" long, with a total interior volume of 157 cubic feet. It seats up to 4 passengers in a typical configuration with a 1-crew cockpit, and requires 1600 feet of runway for takeoff and 1500 feet for landing.

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