1973 Cessna A185F

Rare opportunity to own an incredibly low-time, 2-owner Skywagon with beautifully upgraded panel and interior. No accident history. This unicorn was purchased brand-new by a renowned doctor, who modified it in 1975 (including a new all-white paint scheme) for volunteer medical work but never put the airplane to work for that purpose. N53044 has since been impeccably updated by its current owner with a custom avionics suite featuring the latest and greatest Garmin avionics, including G500 TXi touchscreen primary flight display with engine indicating system. Garmin GTN 750 Xi touchscreen GPS/nav/comm, Garmin GFC 500 autopilot w/ SmartGlide, Garmin GTX 345 remote ADS-B In/Out transponder, Garmin Flightstream 510 for wirelessly sending flight plans, and so much more. Beautifully updated interior features woven vinyl flooring, coordinating sidewalls, and charcoal & light gray seating with diamond quilting across all four seats. N53044 is currently on Wipline 3730 amphibious floats. Landplane gear is also included. Don’t miss this chance to be the next custodian of this amazing example of Cessna’s legendary 185 Skywagon!

Questions? Let's Talk!

Amy Gesch

Office: (651) 414-6839
Cell: (952) 239-6890
Email: agesch@wipaire.com

Registration Number:
N53044
Serial Number:
18502334
Price:
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Airframe:

650 Hrs TT SNEW

Engine:

650 Hrs TT SNEW

Continental IO-520D24

Propeller:

50 TT SNEW

Hartzell HC-C3YR-1RF / F8068-2 80” Metal

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Modifications & Conversions:
  • Wipline 3730 Amphibious Floats
  • Observer Doors Pilot/Copilot
  • Whelen LED lighting – Landing, Taxi, Nav, Beacon
  • BAS Shoulder Harnesses
  • BAS Stowable Rear Seats
  • Knots2U Flap Gap Seals
  • M-20 Air/Oil Separator
  • Bubble Windows
  • Door Stewards
  • Flint Aero Auxiliary Fuel Tanks
  • Monarch Fuel Caps
  • Mission Aviation Fellowship Dual Brake Installation
Avionics:
  • Garmin G500 TXi Primary Flight Display w/ Engine Indicating System
  • Garmin GTN 750 Xi GPS/Comm/Nav
  • Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot w/ SmartGlide
  • Garmin FlightStream 510 – Bluetooth Connectivity for Flight Plans and More
  • Garmin GI 275 Backup Attitude Indicator
  • Garmin GI 275 CDI
  • Garmin Angle Of Attack
  • Garmin GMA 35C Remote Audio Panel
  • Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder
  • Garmin GSB 15 USB Charging Port
  • Garmin GNC 255A Comm
  • Mid-Continent Clock/USB Charger
  • Artex 406 MHz ELT
Interior:

Custom Interior – Charcoal/light gray leather seating w/ diamond quilting, coordinating sidewall accents, woven vinyl flooring.

Exterior:

Overall White with Gray and Green Striping.

Additional Equipment:

Landplane Gear Included: Yes

Annual Status:
07/2025
FOB:
South St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Prices are in U.S. Dollars, and are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include taxes, duties or tariffs. The accuracy of the above specifications are only offered as to the best of our knowledge at the time. Aircraft is subject to prior sale and/or removal from the market. Aircraft to be sold “as is, where is.” All specifications and representations of the aircraft are subject to verification by the buyer before purchase.

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Amy Gesch

Office: (651) 414-6839
Cell: (952) 239-6890
Email: agesch@wipaire.com

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