From the 152 trainer to the 182 and 206, Cessna singles are the most commonly co-owned aircraft in America — parts are everywhere and every A&P knows them.
Every listing shows buy-in, monthly fixed, and hourly wet rate upfront. Have a Cessna to share? Post a free listing.
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A Cessna single is the airplane most partnerships start with, and for good reason. The high-wing 150/152, 172 Skyhawk, 182 Skylane, and 206 are the best-supported light aircraft in the world — parts sit on shelves everywhere and nearly every mechanic has worked on them — so the maintenance surprises that can sour a co-ownership are rare. A group can put a Cessna on a tie-down or in a hangar and expect predictable, drama-free upkeep year after year.
That predictability is exactly what makes the cost-split work. With low, well-understood fixed costs, dividing the hangar, insurance, and annual across two to four partners brings each owner’s monthly share down to a comfortable number, and deep resale demand means the group can exit cleanly when someone moves on. It is no accident that Cessnas are the most commonly co-owned airplanes in America — they remove most of the friction that makes shared ownership hard.
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Quick answers for buyers and prospective co-owners.
Cessna singles are the most commonly co-owned aircraft in America for a simple reason: parts are everywhere and nearly every A&P knows them, so maintenance is low-drama and predictable. That stability is exactly what a group of owners wants — fewer surprise bills to split and an airplane that is easy to insure across multiple pilots.
The 172 Skyhawk is the default partnership single — forgiving, inexpensive to run, and universally supported. Step up to the 182 Skylane if your group regularly carries four people or flies out of higher or shorter fields and wants the extra horsepower and useful load.
Like any share: a one-time buy-in for your portion of the airplane, a monthly fixed amount covering hangar, insurance, and the annual reserve, and an hourly wet rate for the time you actually fly. Cessna’s ubiquitous parts and mechanics keep the fixed side modest, so each owner’s monthly share stays small.
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6 partnerships found
2004 Cessna 172S Skyhawk
Well-maintained 2004 Cessna 172S with Garmin G1000 glass cockpit. 3,200 TTAF, engine at 650 SMOH. Annual due in March. Two current partners — both instrument rated, fly ~50 hrs/year each. Hangared at KAUS. Looking for a responsible pilot to round out the group.
Buy-in
$18,000
Monthly
$320/mo
Wet rate
$85/hr
1979 Cessna 172N
Three-way partnership in a well-maintained 1979 C172N based at Hayward Executive Airport. 4,200 TTAF, engine at 900 SMOH. Recent paint and interior refresh. Friendly group, mix of VFR and IFR pilots. Split equally with two other owners. $280/mo covers hangar, insurance, and reserves. Wet rate includes fuel and oil.
Buy-in
$14,000
Monthly
$280/mo
Wet rate
$80/hr
2001 Cessna 172SP
Selling half share in a beautifully kept 2001 C172SP at San Carlos. G1000 glass cockpit, fresh engine (200 SMOH), annual completed in April. One current owner (me) who flies mostly weekdays — looking for someone who prefers weekends. $410/mo covers T-hangar and insurance. I handle all scheduling logistics.
Buy-in
$22,000
Monthly
$410/mo
Wet rate
$90/hr
2006 Cessna 182T Skylane
2006 Cessna 182T at Reid-Hillview Airport. G1000 avionics, 2,100 TTAF, engine 450 SMOH. Strong performer — great for mountain flying and trips over the Sierras. Group of three easygoing pilots. Monthly includes hangar, insurance, and GPS database updates. Annual due in October.
Buy-in
$28,000
Monthly
$380/mo
Wet rate
$110/hr
2000 Cessna 182S
2000 182S 1/3 Share Price further reduced to 40K - fresh annual with great compression numbers and no issues, hangared at KSQL great condition, MUST SELL - 2 excellent partners.
Buy-in
$40,000
Cessna 182 (T)
Hello, everyone! I am looking to enter an equity partnership or connect with others to co-purchase an aircraft. Aircraft: Cessna 182 (T) Year: 1975 or newer, IFR certified Share: Looking for up to a 1/4th partnership Location: KRHV or KSJC If you have a share available or are interested in starting a new partnership, please send me a DM to discuss further!
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