"Hankal" wrote in message
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What does it cost for your annual?
Some shops around here now give an estimate then add for parts and extra
labor.
I think some shops like to make a killing. I want all the airworthy item
taken
care of and AD's complied with, but would pay by the hour.
I have a Cessna 172 in good shape.

My 'normal' annual costs $450 plus parts (10 hours at $45/hr). My first one
was right around $450, the next one was almost $1,800 with tires, window
replacement and some other squawks, my last one was again around $450. This
is on a 58 year old plane. I drop the plane off and come back a few days
later, pay the bill and leave. If you assist, you can save more money.

Where are you located? It might make a difference if you are in the
boondocks compared to the metro areas as to availability of inspectors and
costs. Check around and find one that works well for you.