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Simply so, what is the cheapest plane to buy?

Cessna Skycatcher But the Skycatcher is the cheapest (or close to it) light sport aircraft (LSA) on the market, part of a relatively new class of small planes that make general aviation more obtainable than ever.

One may also ask, how much is it to buy a Cessna? On average, a $75,000 financed Cessna winds up costing $200 per hour, if flown 100 hours per year, with $80 going toward fuel, oil and maintenance. Similar aircraft may be rented for about $125 per hour.

Subsequently, question is, how much does a Cessna 172 cost?

The 180 hp 172S, referred to by Cessna as the 172-SP, goes for $307,500; the 160 hp 172R sells for $274,900.

How much does a private plane cost?

A private jet can cost anywhere from $3 million to $90 million. Ongoing expenses include flight crew salaries and expenses, the costs of routine maintenance and unforeseen repairs, hangar rental, and aircraft insurance.