Cessna By Textron Aviation

Cessna founder Clyde V. Cessna worked as a mechanic and auto salesman for Overland Automobiles. In 1911, Clyde attended an airshow near Oklahoma City. Shortly after attending the airshow, Clyde got the urge to fly. Using a kit from Queens Airplane Company in the Bronx, he put together his aircraft. After many failed attempts, he eventually got the hang of flying and became a decent pilot. By 1916, he was offered a rent-free space at the Jones Motor Car factory in Wichita, Kansas. His only condition was that whatever new aircraft he produced had to have the name of a particular car model called “Jones-Six” painted on the underside of its wings.

A year later, the Comet was built. But World War I forced a halt in production and sales. Because most essential build parts and supplies were reserved for war use, Cessna accepted his failed business and returned to his original profession – farming.

In 1925, Cessna teamed up with businessmen Walter Beech and Lloyd Stearman to build and produce more aircraft. Together, they created Travel Air Manufacturing Company with Cessna as its president. Two years later, Cessna teamed up with Victor Roos to create the Cessna-Roos Company and began producing more aircraft. However, Roos left shortly after the company’s establishment for another job. After selling an A and D series of aircraft, private aircraft sales fell to an all-time low. And in 1931, Cessna was forced to close his company again.

Two years later, Cessna’s nephew Dwane Wallace received his degree in aeronautical engineering from Wichita University. While working for Beech Aircraft Company, he convinced the board to allow his uncle to reopen his shop and continue producing aircraft. At the time, Beech occupied a small section of Cessna’s former factory.

Cessna eventually retired in 1936, selling all of his remaining shares to his nephews, Dwane and Dwight Wallace. Under the Wallace Brothers’ leadership, Cessna built its first twin-engine aircraft in 1938. Shortly after, demands came pouring in from the U.S. and Canadian military for training aircraft. As a result of World War II, Cessna expanded into business aircraft and eventually became part of Textron Aviation.

  • Country of Origin: America

Cessna Skylane 182S & Cessna Skylane 182T Statistics

Below are average statistics for the latest Cessna Skylane S and T models. Find more information on Cessna’s Skylane series by joining VREF Online.

Cessna Skylane 182 S (2000) Statistics

148 kts

Maximum Speed

820 nm

Maximum Range

4

Maximum Occupants

1997-2000

Range Of Years Manufactured

23,237

Total Aircraft Build

599

Current Operational Aircraft

1,182 lbs.

Useful Load

$333,270

Average Sale Value

140

Average Days On Market For Sale

Seller

VREF Demand Rating

Cessna Skylane 182 T (2022) Statistics

175 kts

Maximum Limit Speed

915 nm

Maximum Range

4

Maximum Occupants

2001-Current

Range Of Years Manufactured

23,237

Total Aircraft Build

Unknown

Current Operational Aircraft

1,110 lbs.

Useful Load

$660,100

Average Sale Value

160

Average Days On Market For Sale

Seller

VREF Demand Rating

Operational Resources

Operations Manual

Maintenance Document

Local Resources

Manufacturer

Insurance

Cessna Skylane Details

The following is information about the latest Cessna Skylane S (2000) and T (2022) models.

Interior

182 S

The interior of the Skylane S features leather seating for four with matching trim. It also has Rosen sun visors, dual push-to-talk control wheel buttons, and an articulating pilot seat.

182 T

The latest T-model of the Skylane features Luxor 2 and Alcantara seats, ergonomically designed for comfort. Its advanced soundproof cabin has enhanced ventilation for easy temperature control. This model also has wraparound windows and a high-wing design for panoramic views. Modern features, like dual USB ports for in-air charging, also exist on board.

Exterior

182 S

The S model offers wing-tip strobes, wheel pants, refueling steps, and handles. Its design is made of paint and vinyl decals with coordinating trim and features a McCauley 3-blade propeller.

182 T

This model offers two design styles, Drift and Ridgeflow, available in several color combinations. Additionally, it has a forgiving high-wing design and durable airframe with anti-corrosion treatment and strengthened glass.

Avionics

182 S

  • Garmin 750WAAS
  • Garmin 345 transponder
  • ADSB traffic and interior
  • Dual Garmin G-5 displays
  • King KAP-140 autopilot
  • King KX-155A navigation/communication
  • King KMA-26 audio panel

182 T

  • GARMIN G1000 NXi avionics with enhanced graphics, faster hardware, new features, and wireless connectivity
  • The instrument panel now includes Garmin GI 275 electronic standby and dual USB ports.
  • Standard-equipped with Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP) and Underspeed Protection (USP)
  • Optional satellite-based weather graphics, text messaging, and voice calls

Specifications

182 S/T

  • Configuration: Single Engine, Piston, Fixed Gear
  • Max Seats: 4
  • Cruise: 140 kts
  • Range: 820 nm
  • Take-Off Run: 1,385 ft.
  • Wing Span: 36.1 ft.
  • Length: 28 ft.
  • Max Take-Off Weight: 3,100 lbs.
  • Height: 9.3 ft.

Cessna Skylane Models

182

The first 182, certified in 1956, features four seats and is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,550 lbs.

182A Skylane

This four-seater, light aircraft has fixed landing gear and is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,650 lbs and received its first certification in December 1956.

182B Skylane

This version also seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,650 lbs. and became certified in August of 1958.

182C Skylane

The 182C Skylane received its certification in July of 1959. It seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,650 lbs.

182D Skylane

The D variation of the Skylane seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,650 lbs. and received certification in June of 1960.

182E Skylane

Skylane’s E variation seats four with fixed landing gear, powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L or O-470-R piston engine, and has a gross weight of 2,800 lbs. It received its certification in June of 1961.

182F Skylane

One year later, the 182F received its certification in August of 1962. It’s a four-seater light aircraft with fixed landing gear, powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L or O-470-R piston engine with a gross weight of 2,800 lbs.

182G Skylane

This four-seat light aircraft with fixed landing gear is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-L or O-470-R piston engine with a gross weight of 2,800 lbs. It was certified in July of 1963.

182H Skylane

Certified in September of 1964, this four-seater light aircraft is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R piston engine with a gross weight of 2,800 lbs.

182J Skylane

Skylane’s J variation received its certification in October of 1965. This four-seat light aircraft with fixed landing gear is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R piston engine with a gross weight of 2,800 lbs.

182K Skylane

This light aircraft seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,800 lbs and received its certification in August 1966.

182L Skylane

This is a four-seat light aircraft with fixed landing gear, powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R piston engine, and has a gross weight of 2,800 lbs. The 182L Skylane was first certified in July of 1967.

182M Skylane

The M variation of the Skylane is a four-seat light aircraft with fixed landing gear and has a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R piston engine. Its gross weight is 2,800 lbs and was certified in September of 1968. There was also an experimental version of the 182M with a full cantilever wing.

182N Skylane

Skylane’s N variation seats four with fixed landing gear and has a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R or an O-470-S piston engine. Its gross weight is 2,950 lbs. for takeoff and 2,800 lbs. for landing. It was certified in September of 1969.

182P Skylane

Powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-R or O-470-S piston engine, the P variation has a gross weight of 2,950 lbs. It seated four and was certified in October of 1971.

182Q Skylane

Cessna closes out the 70s with this four-seater light aircraft with fixed landing gear and carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-U piston engine. It has a gross weight of 2,950 lbs. It was first certified in July of 1976. However, significant changes were made to change it to a 24-V electrical system in its 1978 model year. It also changed from the bladder to wet-wing fuel tanks in its 1979 model year.

182R Skylane

This four-seat light aircraft with fixed landing gear is powered by a carbureted 230 hp Continental O-470-U piston engine with a gross weight of 3,100 lbs. for takeoff and 2,950 lbs. for landing. It was certified in August of 1980. This variant, along with the 182Q, can alternatively be equipped with the jet fuel-burning SMA SR305-230 diesel engine.

182S Skylane

The S variant of the Skylane seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a fuel-injected 230 hp Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5 piston engine. It has a gross weight of 3,100 lbs. for takeoff and 2,950 lbs. for landing. It was certified in October of 1996.

182T Skylane

Still in production, the 182T first received its certification in February 2001. It seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a fuel-injected 230 hp Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5 piston engine. It has a gross weight of 3,100 lbs. for takeoff and 2,950 lbs. for landing.

R182 Skylane RG

This four-seater light aircraft has retractable landing gear and is powered by a 235 hp Lycoming O-540-J3C5D piston engine. It has a gross weight of 3,100 lbs and was certified in July 1977.

T182

Powered by a turbocharged 235 hp Lycoming O-540-L3C5D, this piston-engine aircraft seats four and has a gross weight of 3,100 lbs. for takeoff and 2,950 lbs. for landing. This variation received its certification in August of 1980.

T182T Skylane

Cessna’s turbocharged Skylance seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a turbocharged and fuel-injected 235 hp Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A piston engine. It has a gross weight of 3,100 lbs. for takeoff and 2,950 lbs. for landing and received its certification in February of 2001. This variation was initially produced from 2001 to 2013. However, in a press release dated February 2022 by Textron, it announced resumed production for delivery in 2023.

TR182 Turbo Skylane RG

First certified in September 1978, this four-seater light aircraft with retractable landing gear is powered by a turbocharged 235 hp Lycoming O-540-L3C5D piston engine. It has a gross weight of 3,100 lbs.

T182JT-A Turbo Skylane JT-A

This Skylane was initially introduced as the Turbo Skylane NXT; Cessna changed the name to avoid confusion with the Remos NXT. This light aircraft seats four with fixed landing gear and is powered by a 227 hp SMA SR305-230 diesel engine. It burns 11 U.S. gallons per hour of Jet-A fuel and cruises at 156 knots. First flown in May of 2013, its FAA certification is on hold indefinitely.

Top Skylane 182 Questions

How Much Does A 182 Skylane Cost?

  • A 2022 182T costs about $660,100. Skylane’s turbocharged version has a base price of $653,000.

How Fast Is The Turbocharged 182T?

  • The turbocharged 182 Skylane has a top cruise speed of 165 knots.

When Did The Name Skylane Appear?

  • The name “Skylane” first appeared in 1958. Before, this aircraft was called the 182.

What Engine Does A 2022 182 Skylane Have?

  • The 2022 182 Skylane uses a Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5 with an output of 230 horsepower.

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