Reims Cessna F172N

For sale is a smooth-running Reims Cessna F-172N with 160 hp, manufactured in 1976. The aircraft has been privately owned in recent years and maintained in accordance with EASA regulations, offering a reliable and economical platform for both training and touring. Thanks to a Liese exhaust muffler, the aircraft is equipped with an "advanced noise certificate," making it suitable for night operations everywhere. It also features a recently installed backup AV-30 AI/DG. The annual inspection and Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) are currently being renewed and will be valid until July 2027, allowing for immediate operation without any upcoming major maintenance requirements. Total Time Airframe (TTAF): 8,510 hours Total Landings: 15,300 Engine: Type: Lycoming O-320-H2AD TBO: 2,000 hours / 12 years Time Since Overhaul (TSO): 1,450 hours Overhauled 2009 The engine delivers excellent performance and shows very good cylinder compression values (Cyl. #1: 76 / #2: 78 / #3: 78 / #4: 78). Due to its calendar age, it is operated on condition. Propeller: TBO: 2,000 hours / 12 years Time Since Overhaul (TSO): 1,260 hours Calendar TSO: 9 years, 8 months The interior can be rated 9/10. Several fairings have been replaced in the recent past, and a paint touch-up provides a well-matched color appearance throughout the cabin. Overall, the interior is in excellent condition, clean, and well maintained. The exterior can be rated 6/10. The original base color "Telegray" is in very good condition seeing the age, as are the black decorative elements. Paint touch-ups on various plastic fairings have been carried out recently, resulting in a neat and tidy overall appearance. The main drawback of the exterior are the red decorative stripes, which would benefit from an good polishing treatment. A new nose wheel fairing has been recently installed as shown on the main picture. The aircraft is equipped with a common avionics setup, containing: - AV-30 - Garmin Aera 660 (Interconnected with AV-30 and audio outputs for terrain and airspace warnings) - Funke ATR833A VHF COM radio (8.33 kHz) - Garmin GTX 328 Mode S transponder - Kannad 406 AF-C ELT (battery recently replaced, valid for another 6 years) - Trimble TNL2000 App+ GPS - S-TEC 60 autopilot with HDG modes Furthermore the avionics suite is complemented by a well-functioning 4-seat intercom system. The aircraft is currently still in operation; therefore, all stated operating hours are subject to change.