PlaneFox tracks 38 Cessna 152 aircraft for sale and re-reads every one of them from the broker and dealer sites it watches, so the figures below move when the market moves. Every number on this page is measured from those live listings, not taken from a published price guide.

How much does a Cessna 152 cost?

There are 38 Cessna 152 listings on PlaneFox right now, 21 of them priced. They ask between EUR 25,000 and EUR 106,000, with a median of EUR 62,000.

How far can a Cessna 152 fly?

A Cessna 152 flies about 415 nm, roughly 769 km, which is about 3 h 53 min in still air at typical cruise.

What does a Cessna 152 cost to own?

A Cessna 152 costs about EUR 1,795 a month to own and fly: EUR 1,339 to run it, plus EUR 456 for a loan over 15 years on the median asking price here, EUR 61,574. Flown 150 hours a year, that is about EUR 136 for every flight hour.

More questions about the Cessna 152

How much does a Cessna 152 cost?

The median asking price for a Cessna 152 on PlaneFox is EUR 62,000, measured across the Cessna 152 listings on the site today. Prices run from EUR 25,000 for older, higher-time airframes up to EUR 106,000 for newer, low-time aircraft. Year of manufacture, airframe hours, avionics and condition account for most of that spread.

What is the price range for a used Cessna 152?

Cessna 152 aircraft listed on PlaneFox range from EUR 25,000 to EUR 106,000, with a median asking price of EUR 62,000. Late model years with low airframe hours and a modern glass panel sit at the top of that range; early airframes with high hours and analogue instruments sit at the bottom.

How many Cessna 152 aircraft are for sale right now?

PlaneFox lists 38 Cessna 152 aircraft for sale right now, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it watches. The count moves through the week as those sources are re-read. Because PlaneFox reads the same listings repeatedly over time, it also shows which have cut their asking price and which have sold.

Where can I find a Cessna 152 for sale?

Every Cessna 152 PlaneFox can see is on this page — 38 of them, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it re-reads continuously. Most are listed in United Kingdom (4), followed by United States (4), Hungary (3), France (2) and Italy (2). Each listing links straight through to the seller, so a Cessna 152 in another country is worth considering rather than filtering out.

What should I check when buying a used Cessna 152?

On a used Cessna 152, check airframe hours, engine time since overhaul, avionics generation and damage history before anything else. PlaneFox recommends a pre-purchase inspection by an EASA Part-145 shop that knows the type, which typically costs EUR 1,500 to EUR 3,500. Under 1,500 airframe hours is low-time and above 3,500 means budgeting for higher maintenance; most piston engines run a 2,000-hour TBO, so past 1,500 to 1,700 hours since overhaul expect the overhaul within one to three years at EUR 25,000 to EUR 45,000. Read the full logbook history for prop strikes, gear-up landings and structural repair, and confirm ADs and SBs are complied with.

How do Cessna 152 prices change with year of manufacture?

The price chart on this page shows the average asking price of a Cessna 152 by year of manufacture, drawn from the Cessna 152 listings PlaneFox holds today. It shows how the Cessna 152 holds its value over time and which model years offer the best price for the condition.

About the Cessna 152

Aircraft overview

The Cessna 152 is a two-seat, high-wing, fixed-gear piston aircraft built by Cessna as the direct successor to the Cessna 150. It first flew in 1977 and was produced from 1977 to 1985, including aircraft manufactured in France by Reims Aviation as the F152. Designed primarily for flight training, private flying, and time-building, the Cessna 152 matters because it became one of the standard entry-level aircraft in general aviation. Its simple systems, forgiving handling, and widespread maintenance knowledge continue to make it a reference point for buyers seeking an economical used aircraft.

Performance & specifications

Typical performance for a standard Cessna 152 includes a cruise speed of about 107 knots, depending on loading, altitude, propeller, and aircraft condition. Maximum range is commonly quoted at approximately 415 nautical miles, though practical trip planning is usually more conservative. The aircraft has a service ceiling of 14,700 feet and a useful load that often falls around the high-500-pound range, varying by equipment and empty weight. Power is supplied by a Lycoming O-235 series four-cylinder engine rated at 110 hp, paired with a fixed-pitch propeller. Fuel capacity is normally 26 gallons usable, making payload-versus-fuel planning an important consideration for heavier occupants.

Cabin & avionics

The cabin seats two occupants side by side, with dual controls and a simple, upright cockpit layout. Space is modest, and useful load limits can be more relevant than cabin volume when evaluating real-world suitability. Most Cessna 152s were delivered with traditional analog flight instruments and basic communication and navigation radios rather than integrated glass cockpits. On the used market, avionics vary widely: many aircraft retain legacy Bendix/King, Narco, or similar radios, while upgraded examples may include Garmin GNS or GTN navigators, Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments, modern transponders, ADS-B equipment, and audio panel updates. Garmin Perspective and factory G1000 installations are not typical for this model.

Buying & value

Used Cessna 152 buyers should focus on airframe time, engine time since overhaul, completeness of logbooks, compliance with airworthiness directives, corrosion history, and evidence of hard training use. Particular attention should be paid to the landing gear, firewall, nosewheel area, seat rails, control cables, wing struts, and any history of damage repair. Common variants and configurations include the standard Cessna 152, the better-appointed 152 II, the aerobatic A152 Aerobat, and Reims-built F152 aircraft. Upgrades often center on avionics, interior refurbishment, paint, and engine condition rather than major performance changes. In the used market, the Cessna 152 sits as a lower-cost, training-oriented alternative to larger four-seat singles. Current PlaneFox listing data shows an average asking price of about EUR 62,000, with observed asking prices from roughly EUR 25,000 to EUR 105,000 depending on condition, equipment, location, and remaining engine life.

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