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Contact Information

Aircraft Details

  • Price: Call for Price
  • Year: 1970
  • Make/Model: Cessna FR-172 Reims Rocket Floats
  • Registration Number: D-ECHD
  • Power: Piston
  • Engines: 1 Engine
  • Listing ID: 7057039
  • Partner ID: 65918
  • Posted On: Jul 19, 2026
  • Updated On: Jul 19, 2026

Description

This Reims Aviation Cessna FR172G Rocket combines the legendary handling qualities of the classic Cessna high-wing platform with significantly improved performance through the reliable Continental IO-360 engine.

Originally developed by Reims Aviation in France, the FR172 series offers enhanced climb performance, higher cruise speeds, and excellent short-field capability compared to the standard Cessna 172 models.

This particular aircraft especially benefits from its exceptionally low times since overhaul on both engine and propeller. The fuel injected Continental IO-360-DB engine has accumulated only 80 hours since major overhaul, while the lightweight MT constant-speed propeller has only 90 hours since overhaul, making D-ECHD an outstanding touring aircraft ready for many years of enjoyable flying.

As a true 4-seat touring aircraft, the FR172G offers stability, excellent visibility, economical operating costs, and proven cross-country capability.

Airplane time state:
Model: Cessna FR172G Reims Rocket
Year: 1970

Total Time: about 4,300 hours and 8,200 landings

Annual: fresh 100h/Annual & ARC performed June 2026

Home Base: Northern Germany

Engine: Continental IO-360-DB, 210 HP fuel injected engine
Zero Time Overhaul completed in 2020 by Flugmotoren Dachsel GmbH, only 80 hours since major overhaul

Propeller: MT MTV-12-D, Lightweight constant-speed propeller
Major Overhaul completed in 2018 by MT Propeller, only 90 hours since overhaul

Avionics

Practical and modernized avionics configuration ideally suited for comfortable touring operations.

- Filser TRT800A Mode S Transponder
- Funke ATR833 8.33 kHz VHF COM Radio
- Edo-Aire Century II Autopilot
- Artex ME406 ELT (406 MHz Emergency Locator Transmitter)
- AirGizmo iPad Panel Mount

The avionics configuration provides an excellent balance between classic aircraft character and practical touring capability.

Interior

Well-maintained cabin with classic Cessna layout and comfortable seating for four occupants.

Exterior

Clean and well-kept Reims Rocket appearance with honest overall condition and continuous maintenance history.

Additional Features

Avionics and interieur upgrades on request.

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