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Every day, the team at Aircraft For Sale chooses an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, a good deal, or has other qualities we find interesting. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily.
Today’s Top Pick is a 1977 Cessna 152.
If you’re looking for a no‑nonsense, cost-conscious two‑seat trainer that still delivers reliable performance, this 1977 Cessna 152 is a standout. With a clean record, sensible equipment, and a current inspection, it’s a turnkey opportunity for student pilots, flight schools, or anyone who wants to fly without breaking the bank.
At its heart is the dependable 115 hp Lycoming O‑235 engine, showing 1,032 hours since major overhaul, leaving plenty of life for future owners. Matched with a Sensenich S72CKS6 propeller, the setup is simple, rugged, and economical. With the logbooks completely intact and an annual inspection completed in March 2025, the aircraft is ready for its next adventure.
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The avionics are well suited for practical, everyday flying. The aircraft includes a Collins nav/com radio, King Transponder, and—importantly—uAvinox tailBeacon ADS-B Out
to comply with all modern regulations. This Cessna is equipped with everything you need to fly legally and confidently in today’s airspace.
Boasting a more than impressive red-and-white paint scheme that matches the interior, this Cessna 152 is sure to turn heads on the runway. A testament to aviation history, this 152 was manufactured in the first year that the model went into production.
Listed at $66,000, this 1977 Cessna 152, with its pedigree of reliability and upgraded performance is an affordable gateway to piston-powered aviation.
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