For sale is a 1971 Cessna 172-L trainer plane based out of KVNY (Van Nuys, CA). Excellent for a trainer, time builder and/or IFR training. This 172 flies several times a month and is always kept in perfect running condition. Logs kept in meticulous order since day 1 (can send copies on request). Currently still flying; times are current as of listing date - approx 4450TT, 450SMOH. Clean and low time - always hangared when not in use.  no rust, no corrosion, no bondo - clean airframe with a powerful Lycoming O-320 engine. High compression (76, 75, 75, 73). All AD's complied with.complete  Annual  just done last month

Instruments

• Cessna Altimeter
• Artificial Horizon (vacuum)
• Directional Gyro (vacuum)
• Tachometer (w/ correct marking & time)
• Turn-and-Bank Indicator
• Airspeed Indicator (w/ correct markings)
• Vertical Speed Indicator
• Garmin GI-106A VOR/LOC/Glideslope Indicator
• Bendix/King VOR/LOC/Glideslope Indicator
• Vacuum Suction Gauge
• EGT (Exhaust Gas Temp)
• Cessna Clock (mechanical)
• Fuel Tank Gauge (1 for each side)
• Oil Pressure Gauge
• Cylinder Temp Gauge
• Flap Indicator (electric)
• Amp Meter
• Hobbs Meter

Radio Stack

• PS Engineering PMA 6000M Audio Panel
• Garmin 430 NAV/COMM/GPS (non WAAS)
• Bendix/King KX-155 NAV/COMM
• Bendix/King KN-64 DME
• Bendix/King KT-76A Transponder (with Mode-C)

Interior

• Overall Interior Condition: 7/10
• Beige/Black vinyl upholstered seats and side panels with FAA certs
• Cracked overhead panel (replaceable with new)
• Lightly tinted windows
• All lights are functional
• Jacks for pilot, co-pilot and rear passenger
• Lemo 6-pin jack (Bose) for pilot side
• Toe brakes on both pilot and co-pilot
• PTT on both pilot and co-pilot
• Seat belts and shoulder harness on both pilot and co-pilot
• Cabin heat and multiple vents

Exterior

• Overall Paint Condition: 8/10 (2004 year painted)
• Overall Cosmetic Condition: 8/10
• STOL Kit (Short Takeoff and Landing)
• Power Flow Exhaust (adds 10HP)
• McCauley Prop
• All lights are functional

POH Specifications

• Lycoming O-320-E2D (450SMOH)
• Approx Cruise @ 75%: 131mph @ ≤9gph
• Approx Range @ 75%: 4.2hrs
• Rate of Climb: 645fpm
• Ground Run: 865ft (rated without STOL)
• Ground Roll: 520ft (rated without STOL)
• Useful Load: 1035lbs
• Empty Weight: 1265lbs
• Oil Capacity: 8qts
• 21 gallons on each wing; 19 useable