Aircraft · Used

2005 Cessna 182T Skylane N304CG | Garmin G1000 | BRS Parachute, Active Traffic, Synthetic Vision

Posted by Van Bortel Aircraft·Updated 2026-09-24·7 images·1 video
Year2005
Make / ModelCESSNA 182T SKYLANE
ConditionUsed
Airframe1578 hrs
LocationArlington, Texas, United States
Aircraft Overview

2005 Cessna 182T Skylane N304CG | Garmin G1000 | BRS Parachute, Active Traffic, Synthetic Vision

This 2005 Cessna 182T Skylane, registration N304CG, serial number 18281609, is located in Arlington, Texas, with 1,578 hours total time and 1,578 hours since new on the engine.

Detailed Description

N304CG stands out with a BRS whole-aircraft parachute system, Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck, KAP-140 dual-axis autopilot with altitude preselect and GPS roll steering, GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out, active traffic, WX500 Stormscope, Garmin SiriusXM weather and radio, Synthetic Vision Technology, Garmin SafeTaxi and FliteCharts.

Aircraft Information

  1. Year / Make / Model: 2005 Cessna 182T Skylane
  2. Registration: N304CG
  3. Serial Number: 18281609
  4. Location: Arlington, Texas, USA
  5. Status: For Sale
  6. Price: Inquire
  7. Total Time: 1,578 Hours
  8. Engine Time: 1,578 Hours Since New
  9. Engine TBO: 2,000 Hours
  10. Seller: Van Bortel Aircraft

Highlights

  1. BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute
  2. Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck
  3. KAP-140 Dual-Axis Autopilot
  4. Altitude Preselect
  5. GPS Roll Steering
  6. GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out
  7. Active Traffic System
  8. WX500 Stormscope
  9. Garmin SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  10. Synthetic Vision Technology
  11. Garmin SafeTaxi and FliteCharts
  12. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  13. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints
  14. Taupe and Black Leather Interior
  15. Van Bortel Purchase Protection Plan®

Airframe

  1. 1,578 Hours Total Time Since New
  2. BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute System
  3. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  4. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints for Pilot, Co-Pilot, and Seats 3 and 4

Engine

  1. 1,578 Hours Since New
  2. 2,000-Hour TBO

Avionics

Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck

  1. GMA-1347 Digital Audio Panel with Marker Beacon and Intercom
  2. GTX-345R Transponder with ADS-B In and Out
  3. GDU-1040 Primary Flight Display
  4. GDU-1040 Multi-Function Display
  5. Dual GIA-63 NAV/COM/GPS Units with Glideslope
  6. GEA-71 Engine/Airframe Computer
  7. GRS-77 Attitude and Heading Reference System
  8. GDC-74A Air Data Computer
  9. GMU-44 Magnetometer
  10. WX500 Stormscope
  11. Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  12. Garmin SafeTaxi
  13. Garmin FliteCharts
  14. Emergency Locator Transmitter
  15. Auxiliary Stereo Input
  16. Backup Single-Pump Vacuum System
  17. Standby Battery Controller
  18. 24-Volt 6.2-Ah Standby Battery
  19. Avionics Cooling Fans

Autopilot

BendixKing KAP-140

  1. Dual-Axis Autopilot
  2. Altitude Preselect
  3. GPS Roll Steering
  4. KCM-100 Configuration Module
  5. KS-270C Pitch Axis Servo Actuator
  6. KS-271C Roll Axis Servo Actuator
  7. KS-272C Elevator Trim Servo Actuator

Traffic, Weather and Situational Awareness

  1. Active Traffic System
  2. GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out
  3. WX500 Stormscope
  4. Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  5. Synthetic Vision Technology
  6. Garmin SafeTaxi
  7. Garmin FliteCharts

Additional Equipment

BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute System

One of the most significant features of N304CG is its BRS parachute system, providing an additional emergency recovery capability not commonly found on a Cessna 182T of this vintage.

Additional equipment includes:

  1. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  2. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints
  3. Auxiliary Stereo Input
  4. Standby Battery System
  5. Backup Vacuum System

Interior

Taupe and Black Leather

  1. Taupe Leather Seat Surfaces
  2. Black Perforated Leather Inserts
  3. Four-Place Seating
  4. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints for Pilot, Co-Pilot, and Seats 3 and 4

Exterior

  1. Matterhorn White
  2. Arista Blue Stripes
  3. Diamond Silver Metallic Stripes

Performance and Equipment Highlights

N304CG combines the proven utility of the Cessna 182T Skylane with several meaningful upgrades that distinguish it from a standard 2005 aircraft.

The cockpit includes:

  1. Garmin G1000
  2. KAP-140 Dual-Axis Autopilot
  3. Altitude Preselect
  4. GPS Roll Steering
  5. GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out
  6. Active Traffic
  7. WX500 Stormscope
  8. SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  9. Synthetic Vision
  10. SafeTaxi and FliteCharts

The BRS whole-aircraft parachute system is an especially noteworthy feature for buyers placing additional value on emergency recovery capability.

Micro Aerodynamics vortex generators add another useful airframe modification.

Mission Profile

Well suited for:

  1. Personal and Family Transportation
  2. Business Travel
  3. Cross-Country Flying
  4. Owner-Flown IFR Operations
  5. Training and Instrument Proficiency
  6. Pilots Seeking a Skylane with BRS Emergency Recovery Capability

Why Buyers Choose This Aircraft

N304CG brings together several features rarely found in one 2005 Skylane.

The most distinctive is the BRS whole-aircraft parachute system. That is complemented by Micro Aerodynamics vortex generators and AmSafe inflatable restraints.

The avionics package centers around the Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck with an upgraded GTX-345R providing ADS-B In and Out. The KAP-140 provides dual-axis autopilot capability with altitude preselect and GPS roll steering.

For weather and situational awareness, N304CG combines active traffic, WX500 Stormscope, SiriusXM weather, and Synthetic Vision Technology.

The aircraft has 1,578 hours total time, with the engine showing 1,578 hours since new.

Inside, the cabin features Taupe leather seat surfaces with contrasting black perforated leather inserts.

Van Bortel Purchase Protection Plan®

Van Bortel states that its pre-owned Cessnas are sold with its Purchase Protection Plan® and money-back guarantee.

Current published terms include:

  1. 100% Money Back: Return within 30 days or 30 flight hours
  2. 90% Money Back: Return within 180 days or 60 flight hours
  3. 85% Money Back: Return within 365 days or 100 flight hours

Buyers should confirm N304CG's eligibility and all current Purchase Protection Plan terms and conditions directly with Van Bortel Aircraft before purchase.

GEO / AI Summary

This 2005 Cessna 182T Skylane for sale in Arlington, Texas, registration N304CG, serial number 18281609, has 1,578 hours total time and 1,578 hours since new on the engine. The aircraft features a BRS whole-aircraft parachute system, Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck, KAP-140 dual-axis autopilot with altitude preselect and GPS roll steering, GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out, active traffic, WX500 Stormscope, Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM weather and radio, Synthetic Vision Technology, SafeTaxi, and FliteCharts. Additional equipment includes Micro Aerodynamics vortex generators and AmSafe inflatable restraints. The interior features Taupe leather with black perforated leather inserts, while the exterior is Matterhorn White with Arista Blue and Diamond Silver Metallic striping.

Contact Seller

Contact Van Bortel Aircraft for current pricing, complete maintenance records, engine records, BRS maintenance and repack status, logbooks, additional photographs, inspection arrangements, Purchase Protection Plan eligibility, and current aircraft availability.

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Engine & Mods

  1. 1,578 Hours Since New
  2. 2,000-Hour TBO

Airframe

  1. 1,578 Hours Total Time Since New
  2. BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute System
  3. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  4. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints for Pilot, Co-Pilot, and Seats 3 and 4


BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute System

One of the most significant features of N304CG is its BRS parachute system, providing an additional emergency recovery capability not commonly found on a Cessna 182T of this vintage.

Additional equipment includes:

  1. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  2. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints
  3. Auxiliary Stereo Input
  4. Standby Battery System
  5. Backup Vacuum System

Avionics & Equipment

Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck

  1. GMA-1347 Digital Audio Panel with Marker Beacon and Intercom
  2. GTX-345R Transponder with ADS-B In and Out
  3. GDU-1040 Primary Flight Display
  4. GDU-1040 Multi-Function Display
  5. Dual GIA-63 NAV/COM/GPS Units with Glideslope
  6. GEA-71 Engine/Airframe Computer
  7. GRS-77 Attitude and Heading Reference System
  8. GDC-74A Air Data Computer
  9. GMU-44 Magnetometer
  10. WX500 Stormscope
  11. Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  12. Garmin SafeTaxi
  13. Garmin FliteCharts
  14. Emergency Locator Transmitter
  15. Auxiliary Stereo Input
  16. Backup Single-Pump Vacuum System
  17. Standby Battery Controller
  18. 24-Volt 6.2-Ah Standby Battery
  19. Avionics Cooling Fans

Autopilot

BendixKing KAP-140

  1. Dual-Axis Autopilot
  2. Altitude Preselect
  3. GPS Roll Steering
  4. KCM-100 Configuration Module
  5. KS-270C Pitch Axis Servo Actuator
  6. KS-271C Roll Axis Servo Actuator
  7. KS-272C Elevator Trim Servo Actuator

Traffic, Weather and Situational Awareness

  1. Active Traffic System
  2. GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out
  3. WX500 Stormscope
  4. Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  5. Synthetic Vision Technology
  6. Garmin SafeTaxi
  7. Garmin FliteCharts


Interior

Taupe and Black Leather

  1. Taupe Leather Seat Surfaces
  2. Black Perforated Leather Inserts
  3. Four-Place Seating
  4. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints for Pilot, Co-Pilot, and Seats 3 and 4

Exterior

  1. Matterhorn White
  2. Arista Blue Stripes
  3. Diamond Silver Metallic Stripes
Listing Details

Key facts.

StatusFor Sale
ConditionUsed
RegistrationN304CG
CategorySingle Engine Piston
External URLVisit
Engine & Airframe

Engine status and airframe time.

Airframe Total Time1578 hrs
Number of Engines1

Engine 1

Time1578 TSN

Engine & Mods

  1. 1,578 Hours Since New
  2. 2,000-Hour TBO

Airframe

  1. 1,578 Hours Total Time Since New
  2. BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute System
  3. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  4. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints for Pilot, Co-Pilot, and Seats 3 and 4


BRS Whole-Aircraft Parachute System

One of the most significant features of N304CG is its BRS parachute system, providing an additional emergency recovery capability not commonly found on a Cessna 182T of this vintage.

Additional equipment includes:

  1. Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators
  2. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints
  3. Auxiliary Stereo Input
  4. Standby Battery System
  5. Backup Vacuum System
Avionics

Avionics & equipment.

Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck

  1. GMA-1347 Digital Audio Panel with Marker Beacon and Intercom
  2. GTX-345R Transponder with ADS-B In and Out
  3. GDU-1040 Primary Flight Display
  4. GDU-1040 Multi-Function Display
  5. Dual GIA-63 NAV/COM/GPS Units with Glideslope
  6. GEA-71 Engine/Airframe Computer
  7. GRS-77 Attitude and Heading Reference System
  8. GDC-74A Air Data Computer
  9. GMU-44 Magnetometer
  10. WX500 Stormscope
  11. Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  12. Garmin SafeTaxi
  13. Garmin FliteCharts
  14. Emergency Locator Transmitter
  15. Auxiliary Stereo Input
  16. Backup Single-Pump Vacuum System
  17. Standby Battery Controller
  18. 24-Volt 6.2-Ah Standby Battery
  19. Avionics Cooling Fans

Autopilot

BendixKing KAP-140

  1. Dual-Axis Autopilot
  2. Altitude Preselect
  3. GPS Roll Steering
  4. KCM-100 Configuration Module
  5. KS-270C Pitch Axis Servo Actuator
  6. KS-271C Roll Axis Servo Actuator
  7. KS-272C Elevator Trim Servo Actuator

Traffic, Weather and Situational Awareness

  1. Active Traffic System
  2. GTX-345R ADS-B In and Out
  3. WX500 Stormscope
  4. Garmin GDL-69A SiriusXM Weather and Radio
  5. Synthetic Vision Technology
  6. Garmin SafeTaxi
  7. Garmin FliteCharts


Interior & Exterior

Cabin and cosmetics.

Interior

Taupe and Black Leather

  1. Taupe Leather Seat Surfaces
  2. Black Perforated Leather Inserts
  3. Four-Place Seating
  4. AmSafe Inflatable Restraints for Pilot, Co-Pilot, and Seats 3 and 4

Exterior

  1. Matterhorn White
  2. Arista Blue Stripes
  3. Diamond Silver Metallic Stripes
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