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Cessna 182 for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$200 – $300
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Cessna 182
Family:
Cessna 1xx
Manufacturer:
Cessna Aircraft Company
Aircraft Class:
Piston
ICAO/IATA Codes:
C182/CN1
Number Built:
24 000
Single Pilot Operations:
Yes
  • Popularity40
  • Reliability75
  • Comfort25

Performance

Service Ceiling:
18 100 ft 5 517 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
3 100 lbs 1 406 kg
Engine Type:
1× Piston
Typical Engine:
Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5
Typical Avionics:
Garmin G1000 NXi
Long Range Cruise Speed:
124 kts 230 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
145 kts 269 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
7.7 h
Max Range:
780 nmi 1 445 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
99 lb/h 45 kg/h
Max Payload:
950 lbs 431 kg

Cessna 182 Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
6
Cabin Height:
4.04 ft 1.23 m
Cabin Width:
3.51 ft 1.07 m
Cabin Length:
11.15 ft 3.4 m
Sleeping Places:
0
Estimated Cabin Volume:
124.11 ft³ 3.51 m³

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
9.19 ft 2.8 m
Aircraft Length:
28.87 ft 8.8 m
Wingspan:
35.99 ft 10.97 m
Cabin Zones:
1 shared four-seat cabin, two seats forward and two aft; no separate lounge or lavatory
Doors:
Two side entry doors and separate baggage door; no dedicated service door
Baggage Compartment:
Aft baggage area, external access; published limit 91 kg
Airstairs:
Fixed boarding steps

Charter Costs for the Cessna 182

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$200 – $300

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
$720 000 – $880 000
Pre-owned Price Range
$150 000 – $700 000

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$1.72
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$110 – $170
Annual Cost of Ownership
$63 000 – $97 000
Cost per Seat-Mile
$0.4 – $0.6

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$28 000
At 350 hours
$49 000

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$31 000
At 350 hours
$31 000

Boston – Nantucket

KBOS – KACK

Flight time:
50 min
Estimated price:
$1 758

Boston – Vineyard Haven

KBOS – KMVY

Flight time:
48 min
Estimated price:
$1 708

Boston – Provincetown

KBOS – KPVC

Flight time:
32 min
Estimated price:
$1 308

Boston – Hyannis

KBOS – KHYA

Flight time:
44 min
Estimated price:
$1 608

Boston – Bar Harbor

KBOS – KBHB

Flight time:
1 h 28 min
Estimated price:
$2 710

Boston – Rockland

KBOS – KRKD

Flight time:
1 h 13 min
Estimated price:
$2 335

These route prices are estimates. The final quote will be provided by your manager and may vary depending on aircraft availability, travel dates, airport fees, and additional services.

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Passengers

Cessna 182 Description

Imagine this: you're soaring through the fresh morning air, feeling totally free, pilots' dream come true in a classic aircraft that’s been a favorite for ages. The Cessna 182 isn’t just any plane – it’s like the Swiss Army knife of flying, combining tough performance with unexpected comfort. Say goodbye to cramped spaces; this workhorse has a thoughtful cabin that’s 3.4 meters long and tall enough inside at 1.23 meters. Six passengers can sit comfortably across its 1.07-meter width, thanks to smart design that uses every bit of space. What makes the Skylane stand out? Simple, solid performance. That Continental engine can get you zipping along at 268 km/h – quick enough to stay ahead of weekend traffic but also economical for your frequent getaways. Planning a nonstop trip between Montreal and Chicago? Its 1,445 km range makes those regional flights a breeze. You’ll love how it handles in tight spots like mountain passes or when you’re landing smoothly on grass strips. Step inside, and you’ll find smart details: big windows let in tons of light, helping you stay fresh on longer flights. The easy-to-read instrument panel keeps important info right in front of you without being cluttered. Plus, the high-wing design helps it stay steady in bumpy weather while offering incredible views that your passengers will love. There are storage spaces everywhere for all your stuff – perfect for fishing gear or camera equipment. Aviators really admire this model for its rock-solid reliability and lower operating costs. Whether you’re training future pilots, doing aerial surveys, or just heading to your cabin for some downtime, the C182 gives you unbeatable versatility. It’s no surprise this aircraft became the gold standard – it’s the perfect mix of power and finesse that still brings smiles to pilots everywhere even after all these years. When you want performance without the fuss, the choice is simple: this classic is still the top player in real-world aviation.

Strengths

  • Small-airport access
  • Flexible small-group travel

Weaknesses

  • Limited cabin privacy and luggage allowance
  • Payload and fuel tradeoffs

Best use cases

  • Short regional private flights
  • Utility or specialist missions, subject to operator approval

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