N12098
N12098 | 1973 Cessna 172M Skyhawk 180 HP
Classic Skyhawk. Extra Horsepower. Your Next Adventure.
Coming Soon to Countrywide Flyers 10/17/2026
Meet N12098, the newest addition to The Flight Line at Countrywide Flyers. This 1973 Cessna 172M features a 180 HP Penn Yan engine conversion and Robertson STOL conversion, bringing another option for flight training, time building, and recreational flying near Orlando.
Based at Orlando-Apopka Airport, our flying community gives you more reasons to get in the air. Whether you are working toward your private pilot certificate, building cross-country experience, or planning a weekend airport breakfast, N12098 will be another aircraft to help you pursue your next aviation goal.
Aircraft Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration | N12098 |
| Year | 1973 |
| Make and Model | Cessna 172M Skyhawk |
| Engine Upgrade | Penn Yan 180 HP Conversion |
| Airframe Modification | Robertson STOL Conversion |
| Seating | Four Seats, Including the Pilot |
| Planned Base | Orlando-Apopka Airport — X04 |
| Availability | Coming Soon 10/17/2026 |
Avionics and Equipment (Full Glass December 2026)
N12098 combines traditional cockpit instrumentation with portable GPS navigation and engine monitoring equipment.
- Garmin aera 660 portable GPS
- King KX155 NAV/COM with localizer capability
- Icom communication radio
- KA 134 audio panel
- Four-place intercom
- Four-probe cylinder head temperature gauge
- Four-probe exhaust gas temperature gauge
- Carburetor temperature gauge
- Vertical card compass
- Pilot articulating seat
Flight Training, Time Building, and Adventure
N12098 is joining the fleet to support the flying our members enjoy:
- Private Pilot Training: Work toward your certificate with an independent flight instructor.
- Proficiency Flying: Practice your skills, prepare for a flight review, and stay engaged in aviation.
- Time Building: Work toward your next milestone through planned flying and cross-country experience.
- Recreational Flying: Explore Central Florida and enjoy the freedom of choosing your next destination.
- Club Fly-Outs: Connect with fellow members through airport visits, breakfast trips, and shared adventures.
For student pilots, Countrywide Flyers offers a community where learning continues beyond the lesson. For certificated pilots, another airplane on The Flight Line means another opportunity to plan a trip, sharpen your skills, and share your passion for flying.
Fly N12098 with Countrywide Flyers
N12098 is coming online soon. Contact Countrywide Flyers for the aircraft’s release date, hourly rental rate, and checkout information.
Flight instruction is arranged with independent flight instructors. Aircraft access is subject to membership requirements, applicable checkouts, and availability.
Ready to learn more? Call 877-277-1188 and ask about N12098.