We are High Quality.
At Great Basin Aviation our primary business is teaching people to fly.
We have the largest and most modern fleet of training aircraft in Northern Nevada…and the most experienced flight instructors. The Cessna aircraft you will train in are extremely stable and very forgiving. Our aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of excellence and all receive 50 and 100 hour inspections from a highly qualified and proficient A&P. While all of our primary trainers offer the latest in digital navigation and communication flight suites, each offers unique features for the student pilot.
We have the largest and most modern fleet of training aircraft in Northern Nevada…and the most experienced flight instructors. The Cessna aircraft you will train in are extremely stable and very forgiving. Our aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of excellence and all receive 50 and 100 hour inspections from a highly qualified and proficient A&P. While all of our primary trainers offer the latest in digital navigation and communication flight suites, each offers unique features for the student pilot.
N2291C - 2005 C172SP Skyhawk
The world’s most popular aircraft. With more than 43,000 produced, the Skyhawk is the best-selling, most-flown plane ever built…odds are likely that any pilot you meet will have learned to fly in a Skyhawk. It also enjoys the enviable reputation as the safest general aviation aircraft available. This aircraft offers both a Digital and Analog avionics suites. |
N10446 - 1974 180hp converted Cessna 172M
Available for rental/advanced instruction. This aircraft is older, however, its hours are extremely low and its upgrades bring it to the same caliber you would expect in renting an aircraft from Great Basin Aviation. Here are some of its advanced avionics features: Garmin GTN750 - Touch-screen Nav/Com GPS, GTX 345 ADSB in & out transponder, two G5s, GMA 350c - audio panel with Bluetooth, Flight Stream 510 - ability to transfer ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot flight plans to panel through Bluetooth connection, AspenPro 100 PFD/MFD, and GNC 250 Digital Nav/Com radio. The exterior is in great shape with new paint. The interior of the plane is also in great shape but does reflect the color/material reminiscent of 1974. |
N37JA - 1997 160hp Cessna 172R (Carson City)
Now available for instruction and rental. Low hours and our only round gauge aircraft. Avionics include: KX155A Nav/Com, KI 208 VOR/LOC Indicator, KMA 26 Audio Panel/ Marker Beacon/ 4 Position, Voice Activated Intercom, KLN 89B GPS - IFR, 2nd KX 155A Nav/Com with Glidescope, KI-209A VOR/LOC/GS Indicator with GPS Interface, and a KR87 ADF System. Great interior and exterior. Check out the rate sheet and book a flight today! |
N752DW - 2001 180hp Cessna 172S Skyhawk N752DW is a very well-maintained aircraft. It features Garmin GTN 625 WAAS GPS, GTX 345 Transponder with ADS-B in and out, and Flight Stream. Some of its additional avionics features and equipment include: Bendix/King KMA 28 Audio Panel/Split Com/Intercom, Bendix/King KX 155A Nav/Com, Bendix/King KX 155A 2nd Nav/Com, Bendix/King KAP 140 Two Axis Autopilot with Altitude Preselect, Interior Soundproofing, Annunciator Panel, Digital Clock, Outside Air Temperature Gauge, Dual-Pump Vacuum System, Fuel Injected 180hp Engine, and Rosen Sun Visors. The interior and exterior of the aircraft are in excellent condition. Book a flight in this gorgeous aircraft today! |
N670CS - 2002 180hp Cessna 172S Skyhawk
Very well-maintained aircraft, and identical to N752DW. It features Garmin GTN 625 WAAS GPS, GTX 345 Transponder with ADS-B in and out, and Flight Stream. Some of its additional avionics features and equipment include: Bendix/King KMA 28 Audio Panel/Split Com/Intercom, Bendix/King KX 155A Nav/Com, Bendix/King KX 155A 2nd Nav/Com, Bendix/King KAP 140 Two Axis Autopilot with Altitude Preselect, Interior Soundproofing, Annunciator Panel, Digital Clock, Outside Air Temperature Gauge, Dual-Pump Vacuum System, Fuel Injected 180hp Engine, and Rosen Sun Visors. The interior and exterior of the aircraft are in excellent condition. |
N328ME - 2000 180hp Cessna 172S Skyhawk, Millennium Edition
This gorgeous 2000, 172S is in excellent condition and has super low hours on the airframe and engine. The Millennium Edition model includes the following avionics: KX 155A Nav/Com, KI 209A VOR/LOC/GS Indicator with GPS Interface KMA 26 Audio Panel/Marker Beacon/4 Position Stereo/Split Com Voice-Activated Intercom, KT 76C Mode C Transponder, Avionics Cooling Fan, KLN 94 Color GPS - IFR, MD 41-228 GPS-Nav Selector/Annunciator, 2nd KX 155A Nav/Com, KI 208 VOR/LOC Indicator, KR 87 ADF System, and KAP 140 Dual-Axis Autopilot. Interior and exterior are like new. Enjoy flying this incredible aircraft! |
N6025F - 2006 Cessna 182TC
Low hours, turbo charged, G1000, onboard oxygen, leather interior and more! This airplane is our fastest and has the highest carrying capacity in our fleet, the turbocharged engine allows high performance at altitude, and it makes a great trainer for getting familiar with constant-speed propellers and high-performance endorsements. Get checked out in it today and plan your cross country trips! |
N3034Y - 2011 C162 Skycatcher (Carson City)
Designed to make the dream of flight a reality, this plane has ushered a new generation of pilots into the sky. It’s simplicity of operation and stable, docile handling make it the perfect entry-level trainer, as well as an ideal fit for experienced pilots seeking a modern and economical means of recreational flight. |
We invite you to come in and see for yourself. We will explain all your options, answer your questions and arrange a “discovery flight" once you decide which airplane is right for you.